Why do we Yawn? One popular theory is that yawning helps your body bring in more oxygen. But this theory has been mostly debunked. Causes of Yawning When tired Your brain is slowing down, causing its temperature to drop. When bored Your brain isn’t feeling stimulated and starts to slow down causing a temperature drop When seeing someone else yawn When you’re in the same environment as them, you’re exposed to the same temperature You may also find yourself yawning more if you get migraines. During a migraine, your blood clots in your brain. Yawning helps to cool your brain down from that clotting. Another reason you may yawn is because the body wants to wake itself up. The motion helps stretch the lungs and their tissues, and it allows the body to flex its muscles and joints. It may also force blood toward your face and brain to increase alertness. Is yawning contagious? Yawning is definitely contagious. Even videos of people doing it can trigger a yawning session. Ways to stop yawning 1 Try deep breathing 2 Get moving 3 Cool yourself down Should you see a doctor for yawning ‘too much’? You should see a doctor if you feel like you’re yawning more than usual. Recent studies and research suggest it’s a way our body regulates brain temperature. You may also find yourself yawning more if you didn’t get enough sleep and feel tired. Did you Yawn while watching this video? Comment below.
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