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Dental Hygiene

Beyond preventing tooth decay, good dental hygiene may reduce risk of heart disease, as oral bacteria can enter the bloodstream and contribute to inflammation.

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The 'sitting disease' concept links prolonged sedentary behavior to increased mortality, independent of exercise habits.

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