Good Hygiene
What does having good hygiene mean?
Staying healthy and clean. Good personal hygiene help you stay clean and avoid becoming sick. It helps keep you well because it lessens the number of germs that enter your body.
How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
At least twice a day
What is body odor?
A smell that comes from your body
How do you keep your hands clean?
Washing your hands. Cutting your nails. Using hand sanitizer.
How does your body cool off?
It sweats
How many days should you wear the same clothes before washing them?
One day. Wearing dirty clothes can cause microorganisms and bacteria to build up on your body. It's especially important to change clothes that are closest to your body, like undershirts or underwear. Doing this daily will prevent your clothes from smelling bad and will keep you clean. You should also change your clothes after you sweat a lot. Don't forget to keep your feet clean as well by changing socks often.
Name two advantages to brushing your teeth regularly.
Prevent cavities and gingivitis. Prevent bad breath.
Who sweats?
Everyone sweats!
Why should I keep my nails clean?
Dirt can get under your nails and stay there!
Cut your nails whenever they are getting long. You should also keep them clean by washing them when you wash your hands. Keeping shorter nails will help you maintain good nail hygiene.
Long nails have a greater chance of capturing dirt and bacteria under them. Clipping your nails will prevent this.
What does sweat create?
Bacteria
What should you keep clean to have good hygiene?
Body, Hands, Hair, Clothes
What is a cavity?
A hole in your teeth that can grow bigger and bigger over time! Caused by plaque.
How can I keep my body odor away?
Keeping clean and having good hygiene can keep away body odor (taking a shower every day). You can also use deodorant!
If you sweat a lot, underarm antiperspirant will prevent you from sweating. Ask your guardian to buy some deodorant for you at the store. Apply the deodorant every day when you wake up so that your underarms smell fresh throughout the day. Underarm deodorant is not a replacement for showering.
Why is dirt on your hands bad hygiene?
This dirt has germs and can get onto anything you touch: your food, your face, your clothes. These germs can make you sick!
How does bacteria from sweat smell?
Bacteria from sweat smells bad.
How many times a week should you shower?
Every day or at least every other day (several times a week).
Once you get old enough to start going through puberty, daily showering is essential to have good hygiene. Use soap and hot water when you shower and concentrate on your face, hands, feet, underarms, groin and bottom. Shower after you sweat a lot, like after sports or a physical activity.
What is plaque?
A sticky, slimy substance made up mostly of germs that causes your teeth to decay.
When do I use deodorant?
In the morning before school. Before doing physical activity.
Name 3 times you should wash your hands?
Wash hands often. Especially after using the bathroom, after playing, before eating and when hands are visibly dirty.
What can you do to keep your body smelling clean?
Wear deodorant. Take a shower every day.
How often should you wash your hair?
It depends on what type of hair you have. You need to wash often enough so that your hair doesn't look oily or have a smell. Usually 2-3 times per week.
Usually, if you have coarse, dry, or very curly hair, you may not want to wash it every day because it could dry it out. However, if you have exceptionally greasy, oily, or fine hair, you should do it every day to prevent oils from building up. Test it out and see how often you have to wash your hair before it starts looking or feeling oily. Conditioner moisturizes dry hair and keeps it smelling good.
How often should you visit your dentist?
How long should you brush your teeth for?
Every six months.
About 2 minutes
When can I put on deodorant in school?
when you feel like you need to put on deodorant, ask your teacher to use the bathroom. Also after gym in the locker room!
How many seconds should you scrub your hands for?
at least 20 seconds
What should you use in the shower?
Soap, warm water, and shampoo