Introducing Dr. Huberman’s 7th Pillar of Health

The Critical Role of Oral Care.

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Proof Health
February 20, 2024

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Now let’s get started with this week’s topic—Oral healthcare. 🦷

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📚In his latest podcast, Dr. Andrew Huberman placed oral health as a critical seventh pillar of well-being, alongside sleep, sunlight exposure, nutrition, exercise, stress management, and social connections. This addition underscores the vital role of oral health in enhancing overall mental and physical health, advocating for its integration into daily wellness practices for optimal health and performance.

Huberman emphasizes the importance of brushing and flossing 2-3 times within a 24-hour period for optimal oral health.  He notes that if limited to once a day, nighttime is preferable due to lower saliva production while asleep, heightening the risk of dental problems.  Additionally, he recommends using a soft toothbrush to prevent gum damage and ensure thorough cleaning, underscoring the importance of gentle care in daily dental routines.

Try This🪥

Do you want to improve your dental health effortlessly and make sure you’re getting the most out of your daily brushing routine? Proof is here to help! It is as easy as 1-2-3.

  1. Connect your bluetooth toothbrush to apple health (if needed, you can purchase in the Proof shop.

  2. Activate ‘Toothbrushing’ in Proof.

  3. Set your goal for 2 times/day and start reaping the benefits!

Pro tip: Position your dental floss or dental picks alongside your toothbrush. This way, each time you finish brushing your teeth, the next step—flossing—becomes a natural continuation of your routine. Habit stacking in action!

🔭Looking Ahead

Next week we will focus on the importance of weight management. 

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-Johann wolfgang von Goethe

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