【推荐1】Everyone knows that dental hygiene(牙齿保健)is important.     1     However, as kids grow up and become more independent, it’s easier to forget about dental hygiene.

For many young people, the morning routine(常规)includes brushing your teeth and eating breakfast. Bethany Tistle, a dental hygienist, suggests brushing after you eat. “    2     Once after breakfast, and once before bed,” she says.

Brushing after meals gives you a chance to remove food that could get stuck between your teeth Flossing(用牙线洁牙)every day is also important.

Many kids may wonder whether they should use a manual or an electric toothbrush.     3     “It has a built-in, two-minute timer, which keeps you brushing the proper amount of time,” she says, “Most people only spend 30 seconds when they’re using a manual toothbrush. That’s not enough time.”

Smart food choices are also important for your teeth. Sugary snacks and even carbonated water can be bad for your teeth. Tistle suggests using a straw(吸管)when drinking sugary drinks.

Dairy products and foods that are crunchy(硬而脆的), such as apples and carrots, are good for your teeth. But Tistle advises against eating foods that are sticky.     4     Bits of food can get stuck in your teeth and create holes in them.

In order to ensure that you have a healthy mouth, visit the dentist at least twice a year. Brush and floss daily.

    5     As Tistle says, “Dental hygiene is in the hands of the patient.”

【推荐2】Ways to keep your eyesight in tip-top shape

If you have perfect vision, you probably don’t worry too much about eye health.     1     Therefore, you may find the following tips helpful in protecting your eyes.

Eat for your eyes

We all know carrots can support eye health, but there are also a bunch of other fruits and vegetables that are beneficial. Mainly, you want produce that contains vitamins A, C, and E, which can help prevent some diseases like cataracts. Look for dark-colored vegetables such as peppers and sweet potatoes.     2    

Give your eyes a break

Hours and hours of staring at the screen have become the everyday reality for many of us, and you’ve probably already noticed how straining it can be on your eyes. To help reduce this strain, experts recommend following the 20-20-20 rules.     3     Taking these little breaks can help avoid eye strain. Of course, it’s not a bad idea to keep your eyes away from a screen for an entire day every once in a while.

Wear eye protection

It’s always a good idea to wear something in situations that might put your eyes at risk, whether you’re playing sports or doing construction work.     4     so it can happen to anyone. With simple eye protection, you can easily avoid permanent injury to your eyes.

Don’t forget your sunglasses

Other than looking cool, sunglasses protect your eyes from ultraviolet rays(紫外线).     5     Just make sure the sunglasses have lenses that offer ultraviolet protection.