We've all been taught that there are certain habits that we just shouldn't follow, whether it's nail-biting or cursing too much…or both, if you're like me. But I have good news for all my fellow pottymouths. While swearing might be considered a bad practice by some, a new study has found that it can actually be good for your health!
That's right. See mom and dad? I told ya!
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Psychologists at England's Keele University recently found that cursing can actually help make people feel stronger. How? It acts as an emotional release. So basically, individuals use it as a coping mechanism when faced with too much pressure or stress. Well, I could've told you that.
That's not to say you should start cursing at random, inappropriate times. Even I watch what I say in front of my grandma! But maybe it's not as terrible as your parents once made it seem.
And that's not the only bad habit that has some surprising benefits. Check out more below:
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Nail biting
Biting your nails could expose you to more bugs which sounds bad, but can actually be good. The more exposure, the better your immune system's ability to fight them will be. It's the same logic that applies to people who use too much hand sanitizer, which can actually have a negative impact on the immune system.
Eating in bed
Contrary to what every parent tells their kids, eating in bed can actually aid in digestion. Why? Well, the more relaxed you are when you eat, the better the digestion. Eating while stressed or in a rush could interfere with the digestive process and make you end up with pain or bloating.
Knuckle cracking
Though some have previously believed that knuckle cracking can cause arthritis, recent studies have shown that it actually has the joints of people with this habit are just as healthy as the joints of those don't have it. In fact, the cracking can actually make the knuckle joints feel more flexible.
Burping
A burp may seem kind of disgusting, but it can actually help protect your body against damage from stomach acid. In fact, surpressing them can mess with digestion and cause problems.
Spitting
Spitting while exercising can actually help you breathe easier. Since we tend to inhale deeply while working out, cells in the back of throat form a layer of saliva to protect it against the cold air. If it builds up, it can interfere with breathing patterns.
