Everyday Hygiene Habits That Aren’t Good For You

We often overlook certain hygiene habits in our daily routines, believing them to be inconsequential to your overall health. However, these seemingly innocent routines might be more harmful than you realize!

This blog dives into common hygiene habits that many unknowingly overlook, exposing how they can harm your well-being, and even cause illnesses! Prepare to uncover the unexpected truths hidden in your everyday hygiene routine.

Not Changing Your Bedsheets Regularly

If changing your bed sheets is challenging, consider that you might be harboring bacteria from your sweat, which can cause skin irritation or illnesses.

While we might be sometimes lazy about it, prioritizing health means even the smallest efforts count, like frequently changing and washing bedsheets to keep bacteria and bugs at bay.

Where Do You Keep Your Toothbrush?

Certain habits persist until we feel motivated to change them. Bacteria are everywhere, even in the air we breathe. Placing your toothbrush near the toilet can cause bacterial growth from even the smallest of toilet droplets.

To prevent this, keeping the toothbrush at least 6 feet away from the toilet is advised.

Replace your toothbrush every 3 months to maintain effectiveness and avoid cross-contamination with others. Additionally, washing it with hot water after each use helps remove bacteria.

Dry Off Before Moisturizing

In a rush, you might quickly dry off with a towel and hastily put on clothes, but it’s better to fully dry off before dressing, even if it results in being slightly late.

Dampness can breed bacteria and fungi in sensitive areas, causing rashes and other issues, so you should dry off even before you apply moisturizer.

Neglecting Your Keyboards

It’s important to clean all devices we touch frequently, not just our phones. Regularly wipe down your keyboard with a disinfectant to remove germs that may not be visible and degrease the keys. This is especially important if you eat while using your computer!