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We would like to share an interesting article by Trixie Webb of Gwabble about Brushing Teeth . A research suggests that people who fail to brush their teeth twice a day are putting themselves at risk of heart disease. It is acknowledge that the inflammation in the body even in the mouth and gums has a significant role in the accumulation of clogged arteries that can lead to a heart disease. However, this is the first time that researchers have looked at if the frequency of teeth brushing has any contributing factor on the risk of developing heart disease. The Scottish study which involves 11,000 adults backs previous research relating gum disease with heart problems. A charity also added that oral hygiene was one factor in good heart health. Over the eight year study that has been conducted, there were 555 cardiovascular events like heart attacks and 170 of which were fatal. Research discovered that those with worst oral hygiene had a 70% increased chance of having the condition as compared with those who brush their teeth twice a day. People with poor oral hygiene were also tested positive in blood samples for proteins which are suggestive of inflammation. According to senior cardiac nurse Judy O’Sullivan who works at British Heart Foundation, if you don’t brush your teeth, your mouth can become infected with bacteria that will cause an inflammation. Good personal hygiene is a basic element of a healthy lifestyle. Brushing Teeth Prevents Heart Disease is a post from: Daily World Buzz Continue reading →