In this video, I wish to share with you 9 Hygiene Mistakes that you must
avoid. These are so common that I bet you would be committing at least
4 out of these 9 mistakes almost daily. So without any further delay, let’s get started.
Hello Friends! Welcome to Fit Tuber. Starting with #9 Using Toothpicks
Are you the one who instinctively picks up a toothpick after a meal? Well, put it down
right away. While toothpicks may be handy and convenient, they are not the wise choice when
trying to get food out of your teeth. Dentists confirm that regular tooth picking can lead to
increased spaces in between the teeth, bleeding of the gums, oral infections and in some cases,
it can break off and get lodged in the gum tissue causing serious trouble. Of course, we don’t want
the food to stay stuck inside our mouths. But don’t underestimate the power of water. Every
time you finish a meal, don’t forget to fill your mouth with water and properly swish it inside and
spit out for 1-2 times. You will be amazed to see how small particles of food which otherwise
could have caused cavities will be pushed out. At #8 is Not changing your Pillow covers often
How many of us are guilty of this? We all love our cosy nests but the reality is that
with time, it collects a lot of grimy stuff such as dead skin cells, body oils, pollen,
dust and even dust mites. Hence, the mistake of not changing the pillow covers, bed sheets,
and towels at least once a week is an indirect invitation to allergies, acne and in some cases,
it can also trigger eczema and contact dermatitis. So be sure that you don’t feel lazy about washing
your bedding often and then properly sun dry them. Next on the list is Taking the phone to the toilet
Loo was once considered “me time” but that too has been taken over by our cell phones.
Don’t make this mistake. Toilets aren’t the most hygienic places anyway. Carrying a phone along
exposes it to many unwanted germs like salmonella and E coli that can make you sick. In fact,
hygiene experts believe that when you clean yourself and then hold the phone again,
even washing your hands becomes worthless. This is because the bacteria had by then stuck to your
mobile, which you hold again after washing your hands. Perhaps it is wiser to keep something to
read in the toilet always. Anyhow, there are some objects which have been found to host
more bacteria than a toilet seat. Phones and computer keyboards are on top of the list. In
the modern era, they are more like extended parts of our body and deserve to get cleaned often.
Else, the germs from such devices get transferred onto us during the day and may cause allergies and
even food poisoning. Be careful. At #6 is never cleaning the comb
When was the last time you cleaned that comb? With time, germs, oil, dust, and other free
radicals tend to build up and can thrive on your brushes and combs. Using these uncleaned
combs and brushes on hair, you subject them to a host of hair and scalp problems like dandruff,
infections, and hair fall, which is why not cleaning the hairbrushes is a hygiene
mistake we should strive to avoid. At least once a month, soak the combs and brushes in soapy water
for 30 minutes before scrubbing off the dirt and build-up with an old toothbrush. Rinse and dry and
they are ready to style your hair once again. At #5 is Using the so-called Hygiene products
The idea of 99.9% germ-free space has been blown way out of proportion. As a result,
companies keep pushing new products down the customer's throats in the name of hygiene.
Commercial mouthwash is one such product that is filled with strong antiseptics and disinfectants
that instantly kill the friendly bacteria responsible for our immunity and numerous
other bodily functions. The most effective way to mouth wash is the ancient technique of oil
pulling wherein you swish the oil in and around the mouth for at least 10 minutes. You will be
astonished to witness its unbelievable benefits. Alcohol-based aftershave should be replaced with
alum stone. Even hand sanitiser should only be used when you can’t find water around.
Intimate wash is another product which you should never waste your money on.
Most of them are filled with toxic chemicals. As for women, the vagina is a self-cleaning organ.
Note that this war against germs will create an imbalance which will backbite us.
#4 Using body soap daily Now, this might have taken you aback but believe
it or not, there is no need to rigorously rub soap all through your body. Definitely, not daily.
And if you have dry skin, you are rather striping the body of essential oils and asking for cracked
and wrinkly skin. Precisely, there are only two places which regularly need the soapy action.
First is the armpit area and the other is the groin area. Obviously, as they are skin folded,
they tend to get sweaty and accumulate a lot of dirt. These two if not cleaned properly become an
ideal playground for harmful microorganisms. So make certain that you do not miss properly
cleaning them daily. And for the whole body two to three times a week is more than enough depending
on your skin and the environment you are exposed to. The same holds true for shampooing the hair.
#3 is Sneezing the wrong way Since childhood, we are advised to cover
the mouth with a tissue or a handkerchief when we sneeze. That’s the best way, no doubt. But let’s
face it, we hardly get the time to keep a tissue ready. So, to protect others, instinctively,
we use our hands to cover our mouths. This empathetic act is not only not foolproof but also
it can be harmful to you. When we sneeze onto our hands, the germs inevitably get stuck to them and
then we might transfer them onto our skin, or even to others. So, not a good idea. A better way and
it has been proven is to sneeze into your elbows. Not 100% foolproof but it’s the best we can do.
#2 is Wearing damp clothes Who likes to wear damp clothes anyway?
Although, often after working out in the evening we neglect to change our sweaty clothes for hours.
This calls for germ buildup and if you happen to have sensitive skin,
you can face the consequences in the form of skin rashes, allergies and fungal infections.
So the next time after you are done working out, if bathing isn’t an option, simply changing the
clothes will do. Another hygiene mistake is to dry the clothes indoors or worst so, in a humid
atmosphere of a bathroom. This is also why we tend to catch infections easily in the rainy
season. Embrace sunlight as it not only dries them appropriately but is also a natural disinfectant.
Finally #1 is Using cotton swabs to clean the ears To use a cotton swab to clean the ears is not
only considered a hygienic habit but is also a favourite pastime for many. Stop making this
mistake. Not many know that using cotton swabs actually pushes the ear wax deeper and deeper.
Cotton swabs can rather rupture the ear drum and cause hearing loss. As a matter of fact, even the
packet of cotton swabs comes with a clear warning “not to be inserted in the ear canal”. In reality,
the ear wax is produced by the ear for its proper lubrication and as a result of self-cleansing
action. We need not be paranoid about its removal. If you want to remove the excess ear wax,
the most efficacious and guarded way is to oil the ears using your finger
as suggested in the Ancient Ayurvedic texts. So, these were those 9 common personal hygiene
mistakes that we should stop committing. Did you find this video helpful? If yes and if you would
like to see another part of this video, please give a thumbs up. Which one of these surprised
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