EXERCISE IS GOOD FOR YOU. It promotes wellness and prevents sickness… it’s said to benefit the body, mind, and soul. But did you know that regular exercise is also good for your oral Health?
Exercise Can Reduce The Risk of Serious Disease
Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums caused by harmful bacteria in the mouth. Exercise is a natural anti-inflammatory that can reduce the risk of gum disease. In a study published in The Journal of Periodontology, researchers found that individuals who worked out regularly and maintained a healthy weight were 40% less likely to develop gum disease.
Because gum disease has been linked to cardiovascular disease and diabetes, eating healthy and staying active can also help protect you from more serious conditions.
Exercise Can Strengthen And Protect Your Smile
<Working out helps improve the digestion process and can help your body effectively use vitamins and minerals that are essential to dental health. If you exercise—and are eating healthy—your body will be better able to use the nutrients in food to strengthen and protect your smile.
Physical fitness (combined with healthy eating) can greatly contribute to your dental health. It can also improve your mood, help you manage stress, and increase your brainpower. If you’re not already, we encourage you to make exercising a habit.
3 Tips On How To Make Exercise A Habit
- Do activities you enjoy. You’ll stick with if it’s something you want to do.
- Commit to another person. Work out with someone else. If that’s not possible, report your own efforts to someone who cares about you.
- Reward yourself. Changing behavior is hard. Give yourself a (healthy) incentive.
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