Health Tip: Protect Your Joints
Osteoarthritis, a disease of the joints, can be triggered by injury and overuse, by obesity, and by musculoskeletal problems.
Here are ways to help protect your joints, courtesy of the Arthritis Foundation:
* As excess weight can cause stress and excess wear and tear on joints, keep your body at a healthy weight.
* Get regular exercise to strengthen muscles that surround and protect the joints.
* Practice good posture.
* Be careful when lifting or carrying heavy objects.
* Don't ignore pain. When something starts to hurt, stop activity or exercise to prevent strain or injury.
* Don't stay in one position for too long. Try to move the body's joints and muscles regularly.
* Always wear protective equipment, including helmets and wrist pads, when appropriate.
Health Tip: Taking Care of Braces
Braces can harbor food particles and bacteria that can damage and decay teeth. So, it's especially important to take good care of your teeth while wearing braces.
Here are some suggestions, courtesy of the Nemours Foundation:
* Brush after every meal.
* Limit candy, sodas and juices in your diet. When you do have them, be sure to brush your teeth right after you finish eating.
* Floss teeth regularly with a special floss for braces, which your orthodontist can recommend.
* Rinse your teeth regularly with fluoride.
* Avoid foods that are very hard, chewy or sticky, as they can damage your braces.
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