Germs
Teeth
Body odor
Random tid-bits of knowledge
Disease
100

How long can germs survive on your hands?

up to three hours 

100

What makes up dental plague? 

up to 3000 types of different bacteria 

100
What causes body odor? 

Body odor is caused by bacteria breaking down sweat and is largely linked to the apocrine glands. Most body odor comes from these.

100

How much money does the tooth fairy give on average now? 

The average amount of money left by the tooth fairy in 1950 was 25 cents. In 1988 it was $1.00, the going rate now is $2.00

100
Does having lice mean someone has nasty hair? 
No it does not! Anyone can get lice. So stop sharing hairbrushes, hair ties and hats !!!
200

How many bacteria are on your fingertips and elbows?

2 to 10 million 

200

How long are you recommended to brush your teeth?

Two to three minutes. The average person only brushes for 45 to 70 seconds.

200

How often should you wash your feet? 

Everyday with warm water. It's better at killing bacteria than cold water. Make sure you dry your feet thoroughly afterward, including in between your toes.

200

Does deodorant stop you from sweating? 

NO !!!!!!!!!!!!! 

200

What are some parasitic diseases you can get from poor hygiene? 

Poor hygiene can also cause parasites to grow and multiply on the skin and in the body, causing parasitic diseases like malaria and toxoplasmosis.[9

300

When using the toilet, what happens to the number of germs on your hands?

the germs double 

300

What percent of Americans have a cavity by the age of 17?

78%

300

How often should you switch the shoes your wearing? 

do not wear the same pair of shoes two days in a row. Shoes do not completely dry overnight.

300

What can good hygiene cause? 

being clean and well-groomed can help you feel more confident and comfortable both physically and mentally.

300

Is antibacterial soap better than regular soap? 

Antibacterial soap still kills bad bacteria, but it shouldn’t be overused. It can also kill the good bacteria on your hands. 

400
Do your hands spread more germs when they are damp of when they are dry?

Your hands spread 1000 times more germs when damp.

400

How much more tooth decay does a person have if they drink two to three sodas a day? 

People who drink 2 or more glasses of soda each day have 62% more tooth decay, fillings and tooth loss than others.

400
What causes athlete's foot? 

Athlete's foot is caused by the same type of fungus that causes ringworm. 

400

Is bacteria good for you? 

Yes bacteria can be good for you. Your body needs it to keep you healthy 

400

Is hand sanitizer effective? 

  • Hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol levels is an effective alternative when a person doesn’t have access to soap and warm water.
500

What happens when you do not wash your hands before you eat. 

you eat your germs you nasty!!!

500

How many teeth does a snail have ? 

up to 25,000
500

How often should you switch your deodorant? 

If you’re using the same kind of deodorant over and over again, you can actually become immune to it. To make sure your deodorant is doing its job, be sure to switch it up every six months or so.

500

Who had the worlds' most expensive tooth? 

  • The most valuable tooth belonged to Sir Isaac Newton. In 1816 one of his teeth was sold in London for $3,633, or in today's terms $35,700. The tooth was set in a ring!
500
Name three serious medical conditions you can get from bad hygiene? 

 Serious medical conditions that can develop on behalf of poor hygiene include gastroenteritis, food poisoning, hepatitis A, influenza, common cold, giardiasis, roundworm, and threadworm.