Are Sinuses Vestigial? I Asked Doctor Mike.

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Chances are, at some point in your life, you’ve had sinus trouble. It’s a very common experience. But have you ever stopped to wonder why we have them in the first place? What is the point of these weird mucus-filled air pockets in your head? Turns out… it’s kind-of up for debate. Today we talk about sinuses with the one and only Doctor Mike!

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TIMESTAMPS
0:00 - Intro
1:37 - Vestigial Organs
3:13 - Bringing In Doctor Mike
4:48 - How Sinuses Work
5:25 - Rating Sinus Theories
18:29 - Sponsor - Manta Sleep