Think laundry is simple? Your wash temperature might be wrong — and your clothes could be harboring bacteria. What washing temperature should you prefer? Chris van Tulleken — an Oxford…

Researchers found that medieval Córdoba had infrastructure so advanced it went unmatched in Europe until the 20th century. Between the 10th and 13th centuries, Córdoba developed a comprehensive approach to…

Karl Benke, a food safety specialist at Purdue University in the U.S., wanted to know how clean his reusable water bottle really was. One day, after wiping the inside of…

“It’s time to pay closer attention to your toothbrush,” said Singaporean doctor Samuel Chowdhury. He pointed out that many people store their toothbrushes near the toilet, which exposes the brushes…

Doctors are increasingly worried about drivers snacking behind the wheel. Medical professionals say the habit should be avoided. Dr. Sham Singh, a health expert at the WINIT clinic in the…

Researchers have long linked the bacteria that cause gum disease to a deadly risk: stroke. Those same microbes also contribute to diabetes and high blood pressure. A team at the…

Researchers at Initial Washroom Hygiene (UK) say Christmas and New Year decorations harbor five times more germs than the average toilet seat. The findings could prompt many people to rethink…

A team of experts from the Australian Food Safety Council found that nearly one in five adults don’t wash their hands after using the restroom. Even more concerning, almost half…

Do you spend most of the night tossing and turning, replaying the day’s stresses in your mind, only to struggle to get out of bed the next morning? You’re not…

Approximately 30% of adults suffer from chronic insomnia. For many, a good night’s sleep has become a distant dream, almost a luxury. However, sleep, like food and water, is one…

Most healthy-eating guidelines recommend eating at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day. That means regularly washing your produce. Produce from grocery stores, farmers’ markets, or your own…

Washing bed linens feels like a tedious chore. But with modern washing machines, there’s less excuse not to swap them out more often. Researchers have found that most people change…

When should you brush your teeth in the morning—before or after breakfast? Opinions are divided. Researchers at a well-known dental care company offer a clear answer. So, what does science…

Most people shower at least once a day without thinking about the order — and it turns out a lot of us do it wrong. Original Source, a U.S. maker…

We often get laundry wrong. We wash some things too often and neglect others. Advice from consumer group Which? may surprise you. Little-Known Nuances Which? says many of us don’t…

For many social media users, the smartphone often comes first. But experts say set it aside during winter meals. This advice applies not just to the upcoming holidays but to…

What do scientists say about this? It’s hard to imagine they’d ignore such a basic part of the workday: drinking coffee or tea. You can’t get through the workday without…

Chances are your kitchen has items that look clean but are actually breeding grounds for germs. How often should you replace kitchen towels, and is it really necessary to bleach…

When and How to Bathe Your Newborn When a baby is born, you shouldn’t give a full bath right away because the umbilical cord hasn’t fallen off yet. It usually…

A person can survive days without food and water, but only minutes without air. Clean air feels refreshing—especially after leaving a stuffy room. When air is clean, breathing is easy…

Sasha runs to me at 6 a.m.: — Mom, can I eat two candies? — Sure — but first brush your teeth and have breakfast. — How can you not…