Though most people brush their teeth regularly, only one in ten does it in a way that effectively prevents tooth decay, according to a study in Sweden.

Researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg say almost all Swedes regularly brush their teeth with fluoride toothpaste, yet only a few know the best brushing technique, how the toothpaste should be used and how fluoride prevents tooth decay.

In two separate studies, Pia Gabre and her colleagues at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, studied the toothbrushing habits of 2,013 Swedes aged 15-16, 31-35, 60-65 and 76-80 – how often and for how long, how often fluoride toothpaste is used, how much toothpaste is put on the toothbrush and how much water is used during and after the toothbrushing.

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• Images: America’s Shortest Commute Times

Anybody who has a long daily commute knows the frustration of sitting in traffic with nothing to do but wait. Now, a study suggests that long commutes can take away more than just precious time – they also negatively impact your fitness and health.

Previous research has linked longer commutes with obesity. But this new research is believed to be “the first study to show that long commutes can take away from exercise time,” explained lead investigator Christine M. Hoehner of Washington University in St. Read more…

If you think that drinking coffee will give you that extra kick to keep you going, think again, for a new study says that the beverage’s ‘stimulant’ effect only works on lazy people.

And, if you’re a hard worker, it makes you slack off, say researchers at the University of British Columbia.

This is because caffeine don’t actually raise motivation levels. People who are already motivated could well feel the urge to slack off and the ones who benefit will be slackers, the ‘Daily Mail’ reported.

“Every day, millions of people use stimulants to wake up, stay alert and increase their productivity — from truckers driving all night to students cramming for exams.

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It’s become all the rage lately: kids daring each other to swallow a tablespoon of cinnamon without a glass of water to wash it down.

It’s nearly impossible to do, and many kids and teens have posted their stunts online.

The challenge may sound harmless enough, but doctors say cinnamon is very powerful and in large amounts can cause choking, gagging and burning. It could lead to serious health problems, such as high blood pressure and lung damage.

“I would not recommend this. It’s not safe. There are people who can get themselves into significant trouble by ingesting cinnamon in this manner,” said Dr. M Read more…