Flossing Just Once a Week May Lower Stroke Risk
Flossing at least once a week may lower the risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation, according to preliminary results from a new study. Flossing was linked to improved overall health, including lower blood pressure, healthier cholesterol levels, and a reduced risk of diabetes.
Researchers also found that the dental hygiene habit is associated with a 44 per cent lower risk of blood clots travelling from the heart and about 12 per cent lower risk of irregular heartbeats. This ...
Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Flossing as little as once a week may reduce the risk of stroke, a new preliminary study ...
“We aimed to determine which oral hygiene behavior — dental flossing, brushing or regular dentist visits — has the greatest impact on stroke prevention,” added Sen, chair of the neurology ...
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