Maintaining good personal hygiene goes beyond looking good: proper hygiene is the key to a healthy lifestyle. By taking care of your body regularly you can prevent disease, smell better, and feel clean without effort or expensive products. Read on to learn simple daily habits and gestures that will allow you to be clean every day.
Steps
Part 1 of 4: Treating Dental Hygiene
Step 1. Brush your teeth twice a day
Even if you're in a hurry, brush your teeth to remove food residues, bacteria, and stains that can cause problems if left to decompose. Try to brush them in the morning and before bed, taking at least two minutes to do this each time.
- If you are always on the go, make sure you have a toothbrush in your bag or briefcase: you can pop into the bathroom even at work.
- Spend the same time cleaning anterior, posterior and upper teeth, especially the molars.
Step 2. Floss at least once a day
The dentist does not lie when he claims that this is one of the most neglected hygiene regimes in developed countries. Regular use of dental floss helps to clean the parts of the teeth that the brush cannot reach and stimulates healthy gum development.
- Use a rather short piece of floss, pass it between the teeth and along the gumline, applying a little pressure with your fingers.
- Ask your orthodontist how to floss if you wear braces with orthodontic arches.
- Make sure you clean your back teeth as well, using the floss all around the molars.
- Mouthwash does not physically remove plaque and food and is not a substitute for dental floss.
Step 3. Schedule regular visits to the dentist
Going to this specialist every six months is not strictly necessary for healthy adults, but children and people with dental problems should be checked frequently. Examine your teeth, take note of any worrying changes or pains, and arrange for a professional hygiene session at least once a year.
Smokers, diabetics, and people with previous tooth decay problems should see the dentist twice or more a year
Part 2 of 4: Optimizing the Shower
Step 1. Take a bath or shower at least every two days
Bathing removes excess sebum, dirt and dead cells that build up every day and is essential for maintaining good hygiene. Showering often is the most important hygienic habit you can take, for the benefit of your hair and skin.
- If you can't take a shower, a washcloth and water will help remove dirt and irritants from your skin.
- Showering too often is also not good for the skin. once a day is enough.
Step 2. Take short, hot showers instead of long, hot showers
The latter, in addition to being a waste of water and electricity, can clog pores, dry the skin and are not even good for the hair. A short shower promotes skin health and is all you need.
Step 3. Scrub your body well
Using soap and a loofah, sponge or cloth, wash your entire body to remove dirt and dead skin cells. You will promote the skin renewal process, preventing infections or excessive bacterial formation.
- Make sure you wash areas you may not think about right away, such as your feet, butt, genitals, and back.
- When you're done, stay under a stream of cold water for 10-20 seconds to close large pores and avoid sweating out of the shower.
Step 4. Don't shampoo every day if you don't have very oily hair
The shampoo removes dirt and grime, but deprives your hair of the natural oils needed to keep it clean and healthy. Many dermatologists agree that it is better to shampoo occasionally rather than every day.
- When washing your head, be sure to gently scrub your scalp with your fingers to remove dead skin cells.
- Always apply conditioner after shampooing to restore natural oils to your hair.
Part 3 of 4: Maintain Hygiene in the Home
Step 1. Wash your hands often
Most foodborne illnesses are caused by human contamination and the main culprits are dirty hands. To protect yourself and the people around you, wash them for 20 seconds with warm soapy water after using the bathroom, being outside, or handling food.
If possible, turn off the tap with your elbow to avoid re-contamination
Step 2. Wash and disinfect the surfaces of the house regularly
Bacteria accumulate rapidly in the kitchen and bathroom; therefore, prevent their spread by cleaning countertops, sinks and toilets whenever they get dirty. Don't leave crumbs or food scraps in the kitchen overnight, as they attract ants and germs.
- Use a disinfectant spray in the bathroom and kitchen every two to three weeks.
- Dry the surfaces after cleaning them so that mold does not form.
- Don't forget to steam clean or disinfect curtains and furniture as well, at least once a year.
Step 3. Keep the food preparation area clean and organized
Always use separate knives, cutting boards and pans for raw meat and wash the dishes as soon as possible to prevent mold and bacteria from forming.
Reserve some utensils "exclusively for the meat" so you don't go wrong while cooking
Step 4. Open windows when you can
Circulating fresh air around the house is good for the lungs and prevents the development of bacteria in the air. When you can't open the windows for long periods of time, like in winter, and the house smells musty or the air is stale, use a disinfectant spray.
Step 5. Wash your bedding every 2 to 3 weeks
Oils from the skin settle on the sheets causing acne and irritation. If you don't find time to wash them, dead skin cells, foot and body dirt and insects accumulate. You shouldn't go more than two weeks without changing your underwear.
Try to have spare sheets to use while you wash the dirty ones - it will be easier to change your linen regularly
Step 6. Isolate sick family members and disinfect everything they use
When someone in the house gets sick, the rest of the family is very likely to get sick as well if proper precautions are not taken. Those who are not well should stay in a confined area of the house, to avoid the spread of germs; he should also have dishes, towels and sinks for his exclusive use, to be disinfected regularly.
- Make sure any wounds are medicated and bandaged with clean bandages every day.
- When someone gets sick, disinfect common surfaces right away, such as switches, telephones, and doorknobs - many diseases take several days to manifest, but germs will be present before symptoms appear.
Part 4 of 4: Living in Good Sanitary Conditions
Step 1. Always wear clean underwear and clothes
Dirty clothes generate bacteria, are smelly and uncomfortable. Wash your clothes after wearing them and never wear them if they are sweaty or wet.
- Tight-fitting clothes get dirty and block sweat more easily.
- After exercising, remove tight or sweaty clothes right away to prevent germs from accumulating.
- The UV rays of the sun have a powerful germicidal effect that kills many insects and bacteria.
Step 2. Drink plenty of water
Drinking at least one and a half liters of water a day promotes your immune system and is essential for good hygiene. Plus, it helps you keep your skin and mouth healthy.
Bring your personal water bottle to work and be sure to disinfect it regularly
Step 3. Keep your hands and nails clean
Get dirt off your nails and keep them short and neat. Skin and cuticles are the areas where dirt accumulates the most and infections develop.
Step 4. During your period, change your sanitary pads often and wear clean underwear
Menstruation itself is not unsanitary, but it is important to take care of yourself and your private parts to avoid infection or irritation. Make sure you always have spare underwear and some tampons or pads with you: you will save yourself inconvenience and you will be clean all day.
Some women find the menstrual cup to be more comfortable and less annoying than tampons and benefit their health from them
Step 5. Get regular checkups
Consult a doctor if you notice any strange symptoms or unusual changes in personal hygiene: to maintain it, the best thing you can do is to stay healthy, so schedule regular checkups to avoid problems and get advice on how to be happy, healthy. it's clean.
Ask your doctor for personalized advice if you have difficulty maintaining personal hygiene
Advice
- Try to get some exercise every week - your body will be healthier and more hygienic.
- Get used to the principles of good hygiene - it will help you maintain it in the future.
