Health
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How many times a day should you brush your teeth?
At least two times
How often should you shower or bathe?
At least every other day, but every day is even better!
Why should you not pick at acne?
You can spread bacteria to other pores on your face; picking acne can slow healing
What should you avoid doing with your nails? WHY?
Avoid biting your nails as there could be a lot of bacteria and germs underneath the nails and biting them could spread that bacteria to your mouth and body, causing you to get sick.
2,000-2,500 for men.
About how long should you brush your teeth for?
Two minutes
What should you shower with to remove dead skin cells and clean your body properly? (3 things)
Body wash/ soap, warm water, washcloth
What temperature water should you use to wash your face? (hot or cold?)
For facial washing, the best water temperature is warm. Cold water doesn't effectively remove the daily grime, hot water may irritate and dry out your skin. Warm water helps loosen the dirt, but preserves your skin's natural hydrating oils.
Why is it important to wash and switch your sheets every couple of weeks?
Sheets can hold on to old skin cells which will cause bacteria to grow--- bacteria could cause a person to have oily skin, increased acne, etc.
What is the leading cause of death in the US
Heart Disease 659,041 people die per year
How long should you keep a toothbrush
3 months
Name something we use to help eliminate body odor after we get out of the shower.
Deodorant
Why should you wash your face daily?
It helps get rid of the sweat and excess oils on your face, which can help prevent acne
Keeping our fingernails/ toenails clean and trimmed helps to remove what? (3 things)
Dirt, germs, bacteria
in which the body’s ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired, resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and elevated levels of glucose in the blood and urine.
Diabetes
What does brushing your teeth prevent?
Can be any of the following two: Cavities, bad breath, and gum disease.
True or false: Never touch your face unless your hands are clean.
True
Name 4 body areas that you need to keep clean.
Hair, Face, Arm Pits, Feet
Most Common Illicit drugs used in the USA
Marijuana
4.2 Million
Pain Killers
1.8 Million
Cocaine
821,000
What is in toothpaste that helps prevent tooth decay?
Fluoride
When should you wash your face
Before you go to bed or when you wake up
True or False: Using floss and mouthwash are examples of good oral hygiene.
True