August 23rd, 2022
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Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT) In Managing Weight Loss

What is NEAT?

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) is the energy expended for everything we do that is not sports-like exercise activity, sleeping, or eating.  It ranges from the energy expended in walking to work, typing, standing, performing house chores, undertaking agricultural tasks, and even fidgeting. Even trivial physical activities like walking to the toilet or swinging your arms increase metabolic rate substantially and it is the cumulative impact of a multitude of exothermic actions that culminate in an individual’s daily NEAT.

An Ergotron height-adjustable sit-stand workstation.

Having a desk that allows you to go from sitting to standing at your work place is a great way to increase NEAT and burn more calories.

‘NEAT exercise’ can have a huge impact on hitting your weight loss goals with very little effort, but it’s easy to get confused. Contrary to popular belief, it’s nothing to do with rolling up your gym mat at the end of a workout and being neat, but much more to do with getting active throughout the day, every single day. From mopping the floor to swinging your arms at your desk, NEAT exercise refers to a lot of different things.

Walking exercise in the evening, seeing the orange light of the sun fresh air

More more every day to increase your NEAT.

Examples of NEAT

Those trips to the pantry, walking over to talk to your colleague instead of intercom all count as part of your NEAT.

Examples of NEAT include:

1. Performing house chores (more motivation for you to keep your house clean and neat!)
2. Washing the car
3. Fidgeting (swinging your arms, stretching your legs)
4. Walking the stairs
5. Walking the dog
6. Grocery shopping
7. Gardening
8. Playing with children or pets
9. Using a standing desk at work
10. Change your posture often throughout the day
11. Sit on an exercise ball or fit ball at your desk
12. Perform balance training while brushing your teeth
13. Washing your car

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Doing house chores like mopping, sweeping and vacuuming is a great way to increase NEAT.

Why is NEAT Important?
It is important and beneficial to incorporate NEAT into your daily routine as it can account for a significant portion of your total energy expenditure – the number of calories you burn in a day.

High-effect NEAT movements could result in up to an extra 2000 kcal of expenditure per day beyond the basal metabolic rate, depending on body weight and level of activity. Implementing NEAT during leisure-time and occupational activities could be essential to maintaining a negative energy balance.

NEAT can be applied by being upright, ambulating, and redesigning workplace and leisure-time environments to promote NEAT.  For example, you could use a standing desk at your workplace,  have a 5-minute walk around the office or do quick stretching exercises for every one hour of sitting.

The benefits of NEAT include not only the extra calories expended (thus helps in losing weight) but also reduces the occurrence of metabolic syndrome,  reduces chronic diseases, cardiovascular events, and all-cause mortality.

If you have been sedentary and therefore have lower NEAT levels, you’re at a higher risk of obesity and other long term health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke and some cancers.

Being sedentary may contribute to poorer long term health regardless of weight. This means even if you are not considered to be overweight but your NEAT is low, you are still at an increased risk.

NEAT could be a critical component in how we maintain our body weight and/or develop obesity or lose weight.

A consistent calorie deficit is one of the most important rules to losing excess weight and body fat.  One of the ways to help get this balance right is by increasing the amount you’re moving each day, through NEAT. Of course you still have to eat healthy, have controlled food portion and eat at the right time to synergize the weight loss effects.

Even if you exercise half an hour a day but are sedentary for the rest of the day, you are still considered sedentary.  Exercise does not make up for long periods of sedentary behavior.  There is a lot of research on the effects of a sedentary lifestyle on health, some even claim Sitting Is The New Smoking.  Thus, incorporating NEAT into your routine  throughout the day, every day is a great way to control and maintain a healthy weight, as well as to prevent diseases.

Conclusion

NEAT is a great way to control and maintain a healthy weight, in addition to staying healthy and keeping those aches and pains at bay.

Whether you’re a newbie to exercise or exercise regularly,  getting your non-exercise activity in line can be a great first step to staying fit, slim, happy and healthy.

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June 13th, 2022
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What Are Postbiotics

We have all heard of probiotics, which are microorganisms that increase your population of good bacteria and prebiotics, which are foods for the probiotics.  Prebiotics are fuel needed for good bacteria to grow. Dietary fiber, which you can get by eating certain foods or supplements, is the most common prebiotic.  Enter POSTbiotics, the newest member of the ‘biotics’ family and a hot topic in nutrition.

What Are Postbiotics?

They are the by-product of probiotics and prebiotics — what they produce, which can be made into products or treatments that would have a healing effect on people. Although postbiotics are considered the endgame of probiotics, they offer numerous health benefits for the gut, the immune system, and various other aspects of health.

Although postbiotics are not life microorganisms like probiotics, they still offer health benefits to your microbiome as they contain nutrients such as amino acids, vitamins B and K, short-chain fatty acids, exopolysaccharides, functional proteins, and substances called antimicrobial peptides that can help slow down the growth of harmful bacteria. Short-chain fatty acids help healthy bacteria thrive in your guts.

Compared with probiotics, postbiotics have lower risks of complications as they don’t contain life microorganisms. Even though probiotics are safe for most people, however, people with weakened immune systems, severe illness, or recovering from surgery can get an infection from probiotics. As postbiotics contain no life microorganisms, there’s a lower risk of complications.

 

Practical Benefits of Postbiotics

Besides having a more economical production as compared with probiotics, postbiotics:

  • Contain a longer shelf-life
  • Is easily stored
  • Is easily transported
  • Are not as sensitive to cold temperatures
  • Are more reliably produced

 

7 Health Benefits of Postbiotics

These are 6 benefits of postbiotics and how they can benefit our health.

1.  May manage allergy symptoms
Allergies happen when the immune system overreacts to a perceived threat.  Some postbiotic products may boost the immune system or improve immune response by decreasing allergic reactivity.   A few studies have shown that postbiotics may help with seasonal allergy-induced runny, stuffy noses (rhinitis). Another small study found that taking postbiotics for two to three months significantly reduced eczema symptoms as well.

2.  Ease colic in babies
Scientists have been able to decrease colic symptoms with postbiotics in randomized controlled trials.   The research shows that babies fed fermented milk with the bacteria’s fermentation products do better compared with babies that drink breast milk or cow’s milk without the fermented products.

3.  Relieve constipation and diarrhea
People with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), diarrhea and constipation seem to get relief from fermented milk products. One study found that a postbiotic regimen had a major impact on the quality of life of those with IBS. After four weeks, participants saw significant relief in terms of bowel movement frequency, bloating and pain.

4. Support immune system
Postbiotics have properties that may help boost your immune system. For example, postbiotics like butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid, can stimulate the production of regulatory T cells in your intestine. Those cells help control the magnitude of your body’s immune response.

Other postbiotics, such as cell wall fragments and supernatant from healthy bacteria, can increase the production of anti-inflammatory chemical messengers called cytokines that help reduce inflammation and promote immune responses.

Studies in adults have found that postbiotics may help strengthen the immune system and protect against infections like the common cold.

5. May help lower the risk of heart disease
In animal studies, butyrate seems to help lower blood pressure and suppress genes that play a role in cholesterol production.

6. May help manage blood sugar levels.
Studies suggest butyrate may help manage blood sugar levels.

7. May have anti-tumor properties.
Some test-tube and animal studies show that postbiotics may have qualities that help suppress the growth and spread of some cancer cells, including colon and stomach cancer cells

How To Increase Postbiotics?

The best way to increase postbiotics in your guts is through food by consuming more fermented foods and prebiotic fiber, and then supplementing with postbiotics supplements if there’s a necessity.

Here are ways to boost the production of postbiotics in your guts:

  1. Eat more prebiotic fiber-rich foods such as oats, barley, beans, lentils, peas, onions, garlic, leeks, bananas, apples, asparagus, artichokes, green vegetables, flaxseeds, cocoa and tomatoes.
  2. Eat more probiotic-rich foods such as plain yogurt with live, active cultures, kimchi, kefir, sauerkraut (refrigerated), tempeh and miso.
  3. Take a postbiotics supplement.

 

In Conclusion

Postbiotics are generally safe and well-tolerated by most people. However, due to potential health concerns, certain groups of people may want to avoid increasing their production of postbiotics through eating probiotic foods.

The following groups of people tend to have weaker or compromised immune systems and may therefore be at an increased risk of an adverse reaction:

  • people who have recently had surgery
  • people who have structural heart disorders
  • people with digestive tract disorders
  • pregnant people
  • children

If you’re considering a postbiotic supplement, it would be good to do your research and make sure that the supplement has published data on their product along with third-party testing for purity and efficacy.

It is best to seek the advice of your doctor before starting on a postbiotic supplement as every person is different and postbiotics may not be a miracle pill for everyone.

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June 13th, 2022
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Benefits of Wearing Wireless Bras

The weather these days have been so hot that I’m back to showering five times a day. All the fans in our house are turned on at full blast the whole day.  I am in my loosest and thinnest house dress all day long.  Going out means slipping into the thinnest dress with a wireless soft bra that’s breathable and comfy.

I love wireless bras as they are more comfortable than wired bras. I have not worn a wired bra for more than two decades now. My teenage daughters have not seen a wired bra as they have never been introduced to one. Who needs hard wired bras pressing on your ribs when you can opt for soft unrestricted wireless bras suitable for all occasions?  You can wear a wireless soft bra to work or school and wear the same bra to the gym or for a run in the evening.

Besides comfort, wireless bras are better for breast health and offer a host of other benefits.

1.  Wireless bras don’t impede proper lymph drainage.

There have been documented studies warning that restricted bra usage may be correlated with increased risk of breast cancer. When worn for long hours over a long period of time, wired bras can prevent the proper drainage of lymph fluids and toxins, which may contribute to a higher risk of cancer.

2.  Eco-friendly

Wireless bras are made of sustainable materials sans any metal or plastic. Thus wireless bras are often less expensive. Some brands like Cosmolle produce lingerie using recycled fish scales and collagen infused into the fabric of the wireless bras and comfortable underwear for women.  This unique luxurious fabric produces buttery-soft and comfortable lingerie.

 

3.  Easier breathing

Without an underwire pinching and pressing on your ribs and skin, it’s easier to breathe. Wireless bras are so comfortable that they can be worn at home. Besides, going wire-free also means no chaffing and welts marks on your skin.

 

4.  May prevent cysts

Wired and constricting bras may cause cysts in the breasts but if women wear flexible wireless bras, this can be prevented.

5.  Provide support

Lastly, wireless bras can still provide the support to your assets and even come in push up or super padded style.

There you go. There are so many pros of wearing wireless bras.  If you have been a wearer of underwired bras all your life I hope that you will give wireless bras a try. Who knows you’ll be a convert instantly!

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February 6th, 2022
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Importance of Pelvic Floor Health for Athletes

As an athlete, you work daily on maintaining your health. One aspect of health that often gets overlooked, especially in athletes, is the pelvic floor. While you’re busy training your body to support your active lifestyle, it’s important to train your pelvic floor too. As an athlete, your pelvic floor plays a larger role than you may realize.

Support For Your Spine

One of the biggest impacts your pelvic floor has on your athletic is the support it offers your spine. The pelvic floor itself is like a basket of muscles that rests between the crests of your pelvis and cradles your bowel and urinary organs. When these pelvic muscles become weakened, they cause other muscles in the area to work harder to compensate for the lack of support, causing pain and weakness in the spine, hips, and legs. This weakness can make your normal level of athleticism difficult and painful to achieve. By seeking pelvic floor treatments Burlington ON, you can help to restore your pelvic floor health and the back to your normal level of training.

Impact on Digestion

Another way that your pelvic floor health can affect your training is through your digestion. Because these muscles support your lower bowel, their strength greatly affects how your body processes food. Of course, as an athlete, your nutrition plays a major part in your success. If a weakness in your pelvic floor is causing the nutrients you put in your body to fail, staying at peak performance will be much more difficult. By taking care of your pelvic floor through specifically designed exercises, you can help support your digestive system and give your body the best chance of success.

Overall, the health of your pelvic floor plays a large part in your complete health. When you care for your pelvic floor, your regular training will be easier on your body as a result.

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January 22nd, 2022
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Pros and Cons of Wearing Shapewear and Health Tips

Shapewear is worn by women to sculpt and support the body to achieve a shapely figure. Shapewear such as waist shaper and tummy control body shaper are designed to temporarily alter the body shape as well as to provide support to the bust and back area. Although shapewear is more commonly worn by women, shapewear for men is also gaining popularity in recent years.

 

Shapewear apparel has been traced back to Victorian times from the restrictive corsets made from iron wires and whale bones to cinch the waist in.  The modern shapewear that we have now from shapewear manufacturers are made from luxurious, soft, and breathable fabrics to sculpt our physiques into perfect proportions.

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Pros of wearing shapewear

1.  Improvement in posture.

Shapewear keeps your posture straight and after a period of time wearing it, it becomes second nature to you to keep a good posture.

 

2.  Eating smaller food portions.

When your midsection is under compression, it’s almost impossible to eat large meals. This, in turn, helps with weight loss.

 

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3.  A boost in self-confidence and self-esteem.

A curvy body and being able to slip into that slinky dress give you a boost in both confidence and self-esteem. Shapewear can cover up flaws whilst flattering the rest of your assets is the ultimate confidence booster.

 

4.  Can fit into all types of clothing.

From bodycon dresses to fitted tops, skinny jeans, and tight skirts, you can wear whatever your heart desires. All you have to do is to pair it with the right type of shapewear.

 

Cons of wearing shapewear

1.  Blood circulation

Very tight shapewear may cause the heart to work harder to pump blood into the compressed areas as blood circulation beneath the skin may be affected when the shapewear exerts pressure on the skin and muscles.  Choose a size that suits you and never wear shapewear that’s so tight that you feel you can’t breathe.

 

2.  Digestion

Body shapers may exert pressure on organs that control the digestion process such as the stomach, intestines, and liver. Gastritis or acid reflux is commonly observed in people who regularly wear very tight shapewear.

 

3.  Infections

Shapewear can cause profuse sweating and moisture to be trapped in the areas, providing a breeding ground for bacteria and bacteria. This may lead to infections and rashes in the affected areas.  Do not wear the shapewear for prolonged periods of time after sweating. Have a refreshing shower to wash off the sweat and bacteria. Don’t forget to wash your shapewear too!

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Health Tips

  1. Choose comfortable shapewear that is neither too tight nor too loose.
  2. Shapewear may help you to shed some unwanted weight but this must be supplemented with a healthy diet, reduced food portions and calories, and exercise.
  3. Do not wear shapewear for prolonged periods of time to avoid unwanted health issues.
  4. When you wear a body shaper, ensure that all the muscles are held in place comfortably. Be careful not to “pinch” any of your muscles and skin portions.

 

While shapewear does not help you lose weight per se, it can play an important role in your weight loss program. Wearing shapewear while you’re trying to lose weight can give you a vision of a slimmer figure and can help you stay motivated. You may even find yourself skipping junk food and high-fat foods when you look in the mirror and see what a curvier, confident version of yourself looks like!

Always remember to choose shapewear that fits you well, as being comfortable and relaxed are just as important as achieving that svelte silhouette.  Choose reputable body shaper suppliers and wholesale waist trainers with logo manufacturers and read the reviews from previous customers before purchasing.

 

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August 14th, 2021
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Nuts For Heart Health

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Nuts are a very popular food. They can be enjoyed as a snack, used in baking, cooking or made into nut butters.  Nuts are delicious, convenient, and can be enjoyed on all kinds of diets — from keto to low-carb to vegan.

Despite being high in fat, nuts have a number of impressive health benefits.   Nuts offer beneficial vitamins and minerals in varying quantities, and eating a variety ensures we’re reaping the benefits of each.  It’s best that you mix them up to reap the best benefits because then you get all the good fats and micronutrients.

Eating nuts as part of a healthy diet may be good for heart health. Nuts contain unsaturated fatty acids and other nutrients.  By choosing nuts instead of less healthy snacks like chips may just help you stick to a heart-healthy diet.

Nuts are excellent sources of healthy fat, protein, and other healthful nutrients. One  finding from nutrition research is that people who regularly eat nuts are less likely to have heart attacks or die from heart disease than those who rarely eat them.

How might nuts help your heart?

Research has found that people who are at risk of a heart attack can cut their risk by eating a healthy diet that includes nuts.

Research suggests that eating nuts may:

  • Lower your low-density lipoprotein (LDL or “bad”) cholesterol and triglyceride levels, which play a major role in the buildup of deposits called plaques in your arteries
  • Improve the health of the lining of your arteries
  • Lower levels of inflammation linked to heart disease
  • Reduce the risk of developing blood clots, which can lead to a heart attack and death

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The American Heart Association recommends consumption of about four servings of unsalted nuts a week. Choose raw or dry-roasted nuts over nuts cooked in oil, salt and sugar. One serving is a small handful (1.5 ounces) of whole nuts or 2 tablespoons of nut butter.

Eating small portions of nuts can reduce foods cravings and is unlikely to cause weight gain. Choose raw or unsalted nuts and seeds in place of other foods as a snack. Nuts and seeds with a higher amount of unsaturated fat and a lower amount of saturated fat are the best choices.

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July 10th, 2021
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Do You Really Need A Pulse Oximeter During The Covid-19 Pandemic

As Covid-19 continues to spread and mutate in most parts of the world, a small medical device called a pulse oximeter has started to fly off the shelves, making it an essential medical device in a Covid-era home.

With our country’s hospitals on the verge of paralysis caused by a surge of Covid cases and patients requiring ICU care, the practice of regularly checking on one’s health at home becomes essential to prevent potential medical emergencies.

What is a pulse oximeter?

A pulse oximeter is a small device that looks like a big clothes peg. This tiny fingertip device can give you valuable information about your health during a bout of Covid-19 or any respiratory illness.

You place your finger snugly inside (most require nail side up), and within seconds it lights up with numbers indicating your blood oxygen level and heart rate. Most healthy people will get an oxygen reading around 95 to 98 percent. Some people with existing health conditions may have a lower normal reading. You should check in with your doctor if the number falls to around 93 or 92 or lower.

If the level of oxygen became this low all of sudden, these patients would be unconscious, having seizures, or otherwise affected. This means that there were a period of days where they were going silently down and they were not aware of it.

The device will also show your heart rate. A normal resting heart rate for adults ranges from about 60 to 100 beats per minute, although athletes with a higher cardiovascular fitness will have a lower pulse.

Why is a Pulse Oximeter an Essential Gadget at Home

Patients with Covid-19 can experience a potentially dangerous drop in oxygen saturation without having obvious breathing problems. This condition is called “Happy Hypoxia” and is usually common among younger patients.  Without a pulse oximeter, they might never know it or get very used to how they feel, despite very low oxygen levels. One of the factors contributing to the increased number of severe Covid-19 cases is “Happy Hypoxia”. By the time they go to the hospital feeling shortness of breath, their oxygen levels would have dropped significantly, and they could have very advanced Covid pneumonia. Too many patients were showing up at the hospital with perilously low oxygen levels, putting them at risk for severe complications and death.  Many doctors are advising patients to get a pulse oximeter, making it the go-to gadget of the pandemic.

Is there a risk to monitoring oxygen levels at home?

It’s possible that a home monitor could give a faulty reading or be used incorrectly, prompting a patient to seek care unnecessarily. If you or someone in your home shows a very low reading, you may want to test your device on a healthy person to confirm that it is working correctly and discuss it with your doctor. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that you get a good quality pulse oximeter. It is your own health that you are monitoring with the device, so spending a little more on a good pulse oximeter is a well spent investment.

Why You Should Buy An MDA Approved Pulse Oximeter

Malaysians seeking to buy pulse oximeters for Covid-19 home monitoring measures should only get those certified by the Medical Device Authority (MDA).  When you shop for one at the pharmacy, do ask the pharmacist if the pulse oximeter is MDA approved. Many people are buying this device online and if you’re planning on getting one from online stores, be sure to ask the seller if their device is MDA approved.

Medisana PM100 Pulse Oximeter

One of the top 9 best pulse oximeters in Malaysia is the Medisana PM100 Pulse Oximeter.  This pulse oximeter can give you an accurate reading of your heart rate regardless of a bar graph or waveform.  It uses a simple and convenient one-touch operation, complete with a bright OLED display that can be viewed in six different directions. You can even adjust the brightness accordingly using its 10-level setting.  It also comes with an automatic switch-off feature, which would shut down within 8 seconds if no measurement is taken. This helps to save the battery efficiently. Other highlights include a battery level indicator and a bundled carrying strap to hang it on.

In conclusion

When it comes to health and wellness, many people generally focus on eating a well-balanced diet, getting regular exercise and sufficient sleep. However, health monitoring seems to be a neglected area when in fact, it is equally important in order to prevent diseases.  Regular health monitoring and disease prevention can reduce suffering, medical costs and even prevent death.

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July 9th, 2021
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How to Choose the Best-Assisted Living Services for Your Loved One

Convincing your loved ones that you are taking them to assisted living homes for their benefit can be a bit challenging. This is because it makes them feel distanced from family members and introduces them to a new life. Settling in an assisted living home requires proper assessment to ensure your loved ones feel appreciated and still find the institution as their home.

Several institutions offer assisted living services; choosing one can be challenging, especially when doing it for the first time; more details are provided on how to go about it.

Facilities

It is considered relevant to check out how the institution is well prepared to handle your loved one. They should have fully furnished rooms that offer proper accommodation and make your loved one feel appreciated. It is advisable to go to centers that offer more personalization to their clients. This is to make sure that everyone is best attended to and in the right way. An example is Cypress Cove.

Professionals

Your loved one requires the right professionals to live with at this critical period in their life. The professionals attending to them must be medically skilled and hospitable to ensure that you feel accommodated. It is always important to check on the reviews of the professionals to ensure that they have the best relationship skills with their clients. They should too be certified to convince you of the lot of professionalism they have towards the task.

Types of services

You need to understand how best your loved one will be attended to. This includes medical help, assisted living services as well as other social interaction activities. It is important that you understand your needs as well as examine what the institution can offer. This is to be guaranteed of the best service.

Choosing an assisted living center for your senior loved one requires proper assessment. The best thing that you can do is settle in a place that makes them feel appreciated and well attended to.

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July 7th, 2021
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How To Prepare Your Children for a Visit To The Dentist

Dentists specializing in pediatric dental care St Johns county recommend the following tips to prepare and calm children for dental appointments.

Schedule the First Visit By Age One

A child’s first tooth will usually emerge around age one. It is never too early to begin dental care, and familiarizing your child with a dental office from an early age will reduce anxiety during future visits.

Avoid Details

When you inform your child about an upcoming appointment, it is best to avoid offering too many details about what will occur. Suggesting that the visit will be pain-free or not involve any procedures will imply that some visits could be uncomfortable. Your child will also negatively associate with the dental office if your predictions are false and the dentist detects a problem.

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Use Relatable Concepts

Avoid using dental terminology to describe dental procedures. Words, including “scrape,” “drill,” “cavity,” “shot,” or “hurt,” can frighten children, even when you use them to describe a positive outcome or benefit. Instead, focus on how your child and the dentist will team up to chase away “mouth monsters.”

Create Excitement

When your child is old enough to realize a trip to see a dentist is imminent, you can point out that sitting in the dental chair to show emerging teeth to the dentist is a right of passage that a “big kid” gets to experience. Your child can take pride in assuming this seat of honor.

Try Role Play

Fear of the unknown contributes to children’s anxiety about the dentist or any new experience. Try preparing your child with role play that uses a favorite stuffed toy to demonstrate what will happen during a dental appointment. Give your child an opportunity to assume the role of the dentist by exploring your mouth. Try reversing roles to familiarize your child with the touch of the dentist’s hands.

Preparing your child for a dental office visit can promote habits leading to a healthy mouth over a lifetime.

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July 2nd, 2021
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Best Dental Products To Keep Your Teeth Healthy

If your area is still under a lockdown, you probably had to cancel quite a number of appointments and if your visit to the dentist was one of them, your oral health could be at risk.  Lack of regular cleanings and preventative care could lead to oral diseases and periodontal (gum) disease.  With different states facing different restrictions, it might take a while before you get an appointment with your dentist. If you do get appointment, you may feel uncomfortable to make a visit to the dentist’s office with the pandemic situation still not under control yet.

Oral hygiene can be well managed at home if you get the right essential dental products  to take care of your teeth and gums while you wait to get back to your favorite dentist. Besides the twice or thrice a day brushing, the following products are essentials in your oral care:

1.  Waxed Dental Floss
Flossing is an important step in your daily dental hygiene that you must not overlook for healthy gums, tartar reduction, and removing plaque and food remnants in between teeth, which toothbrush cannot.

2.  Water Flosser
A water flosser is recommended for people who wear braces as well as those who have gum disease, gum recession, or bridge work.  A water flosser works using a combo of water pressure and pulsations. When you direct the water from the flosser tip at your gum line and between your teeth, the pressure and pulsations clean away harmful plaque and food debris.


The water flosser from Meyarn is pocket-size and can be stashed in your bag or pocket.

3.  Interdental Brush
Interdental brushes help to prevent gum disease by getting rid of pieces of food and plaque from between your teeth. They have small bristled heads designed to clean between your teeth, and they come in different widths to suit the sizes of the gaps.

4.  Teeth Whitening Pen
A teeth whitening pen can remove years of stains from your teeth in just minutes. It is pen-sized and you can conveniently bring it everywhere with you.  They are thin, plastic tubes that house a whitening gel.


The teeth whitening pens from Meyarn are sleek and can be easily kept in your pocket or bag for use any time.

5.  Mouth Wash
Mouthwash or oral rinse, is a liquid product used to rinse your teeth, gums, and mouth. It usually contains an antiseptic agent or essential oil to kill harmful bacteria that can live between your teeth and on your tongue.  They are used to prevent bad breath and tooth decay.

6.  Tongue Scraper
Tongue scrapers, or tongue brushes, are designed specifically to clean the surface of your tongue by scraping off the layer of debris and bacteria on the tongue. This will reduce the risk of gum disease, bad breath, cavities and other oral health.

Proper oral care can help ensure a lifetime of good oral health. All it takes is several minutes at least twice a day and this can save you a lot of money on major dental restorative works.  Meyarn has a complete range of oral health tools that you can get online at the comfort of your home while you stay sheltered at home.

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