Oral Hygiene
How often should you brush your teeth?
You should brush your teeth 2-3 times a day. Brushing your teeth is very important for your oral health. Brushing cleans bacteria and plaque from your teeth which can cause cavities. http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/basics/brushing-and-flossing/article/how-often-should-you-clean-your-teeth-0113
What type of cleaner/soap do you use to wash your clothes? (HINT: what is it called?)
detergent
How long should you wash your hands for?
Minimum 20 seconds or "Happy Birthday" two times.
How often should you floss?
"Flossing your teeth once a day will also remove any remaining food, plaque, and bacteria from in between your teeth." http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/basics/brushing-and-flossing/article/how-often-should-you-clean-your-teeth-0113
Why is it important to properly dry your clothes? What can happen if they are not dried properly?
It is important to properly dry your clothes because if they are not properly dried within a certain time frame, they can produce a mildew smell. Clothes need to breath, if they are left in a drier or washing machine for to long and are still damp, the fabric can't breath causing a musty or mildew smell to occur. https://www.persil.com/uk/laundry/laundry-tips/washing-tips/how-to-get-rid-of-damp-smell-in-clothes.html
What does B.O stand for?
body odor
True or False: Should you brush your tongue?
TRUE "The truth is, your tongue is just as much of a target for bacteria as your teeth are, even if it is not at risk for developing cavities itself. “Bacteria will accumulate greatly in the areas of the tongue between the taste buds and other tongue structures,” says John D. Kling, DDS, of Alexandria, VA. “It’s not smooth. There are crevices and elevations all over the tongue, and the bacteria will hide in these areas unless it is removed.” How to clean your tongue? "Kling says you should brush your tongue every time you brush your teeth. It’s pretty simple: -brush back and forth -brush side to side -rinse your mouth with water Be careful not to over brush, though…you don’t want to break the skin! " http://www.healthline.com/health/dental-oral-health/brushing-your-tongue#Rinsing3
How often should you change your undergarments?
At least once a day. Change your undergarments more if they are damp or if you have been sweating.
What does deodorant or anti-persperant protect against?
Body Odor or B.O.
What is a cavity?
A cavity is a whole in your tooth and it forms when your tooth is decaying or breaking down. Cavities are caused by plaque and bacteria in your mouth. It is important that when you have a cavity to get it repaired. Cavities can cause discomfort and bad smells to occur in your mouth. http://kidshealth.org/en/kids/cavity.html
how many times can you wear clothes over again before washing?
Depending on what you are wearing, and the overall freshness of your clothes, how many times you can wear them will change. The typical rule is, if there are any body fluids on them, smells, or obvious stains that should be washed after they are worn. All uniforms (especially those worn around food or caring for others ex: chef, butcher, nurse, doctor) should be washed after each use. For more detailed timelines of how often you should wash certain clothing items, check this list: http://www.cleaninginstitute.org/clean_living/do_i_need_to_wash_this.aspx
Name 3 reasons why it is important to take care of your oral health:
1) prevents cavities, 2) decreases amount of plaque, 3) keeps breath fresh!
how often should you wash your sheets/bedding?
Every 1-2 weeks to remove sweat, skin and bacteria. "The exceptions: If they’re obviously stained, if someone in the family is sick, if you tend to sleep naked, or if you go to bed without showering after a workout, you might consider cleaning your sheets more frequently. " http://www.grandparents.com/food-and-leisure/home-and-garden/how-often-should-you-wash-your-sheets