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Does Mouthwash Actually Do Anything?
After brushing and flossing, mouthwash completes the trifecta of daily dental care. But do we really need all three steps? Dentists wouldn’t dare tell you to skip flossing or brushing, but it turns out they’re a lot more equivocal about mouthwash.
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How to Stop Smiling Awkwardly in Pictures
I’m told I have a terrific smile when there are no cameras around, but the second someone points a lens my direction, I turn into a robot who cannot muster a genuine grin. I look like I’m being held hostage and forced to send a false signal of comfort back home with a ransom note.…
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You Can Clean These Household Items With Toothpaste
Toothpaste is commonly made of chemicals that fight against tooth decay, remove plaque, and add taste. Ingredients like calcium carbonate help break down plaque, but the same chemicals used for oral hygiene can also clean endless items around your house. Here are a few unlikely uses where a dollop of toothpaste can go a long…
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Work Your Abs And Do Some Cardio With This Quick No-Equipment Workout
If you skipped the gym this morning, make it up now with this ten-minute workout. It’s focused on your core and requires no equipment, just bodyweight moves — but it’s intense enough to get your heart pumping and give you a mini cardio workout.