Tag: hygeine
Your Toothbrush Might Be Covered in Poop—Here’s What to Do About...
Brace yourself: if your toothbrush lives anywhere near your toilet, you might be brushing with more than just minty freshness. Yep—floating poop particles are...
Summer Splash or Hidden Hazard? What You Need to Know About...
When the summer sun scorches and the kids are begging for relief, that cheap, cheerful blow-up pool seems like the perfect backyard fix. Just...
What’s Hiding Under Your Nails? Here’s Why You Need to Keep...
Your fingernails might look harmless, but they can harbor a surprising amount of bacteria, dirt, and even viruses under the surface. If you’re skipping...
Is Your Loofah Making You Dirty? Why Experts Say It’s Time...
That trusty loofah hanging in your shower might be doing more harm than good. Dermatologists are warning against using natural and synthetic loofahs, citing...
Still Skipping the Sink? Americans Flunk Handwashing 101 (Again)
You’d think after a global pandemic, Americans would’ve gotten the memo: wash your hands. And yet, here we are—still collectively failing Hygiene 101. A...
Why Norovirus Keeps Hitting Cruise Ships — and How You Can...
Cruise vacations promise relaxation, adventure, and all-you-can-eat buffets — but in recent months, many passengers have also faced an unwelcome guest: norovirus. With 16...
Flossing Matters: 5 Things No One Tells You
We all know dentists recommend flossing, but are you doing it right? Flossing isn’t just a box to check; it’s essential for maintaining your...
Not Just Your Sheets: The One Bedding Item You’re Forgetting to...
Most people regularly wash their sheets, but how often do you wash your mattress pad? If you're like many, the answer might be “almost...
How to Wash Your Feet Properly (and Why It Matters)
Our feet are home to billions of bacteria and fungi—more than any other part of your body. Yet, they’re often the most neglected in...
What’s Growing in Your PJ’s
While most people have enough common sense not to wear undergarments more than one day in a row, many get sloppy about things like...