Aunt Zhang, 55 years old, is well-known in the community for loving cleanliness. She cleans her home every day, keeping it in order and clean, and at the same time, she is very strict with her personal hygiene. From the moment she wakes up, folding the quilt, washing and drying dishes, and flushing the toilet immediately after going to the toilet have become ingrained routines in her life. But unexpectedly, in a recent community health lecture, Auntie Zhang learned that these "good habits" that she thought were good for her health could have a negative impact on her health. Surprised and intrigued by this discovery, Auntie Zhang decided to revisit and adjust her long-standing hygiene habits. Now, we can't help but ask, what kind of health risks are hidden behind these "good habits" that Aunt Zhang upholds?
1. Fold the quilt immediately when you get up - it is easy to accumulate mites and induce skin diseases
Many people who pursue neatness are accustomed to making their beds as soon as they wake up in the morning, however, this practice is not scientific. Considering that we spend about 7 to 8 hours a day in bed, during which time the skin secretes sweat and sheds dead skin cells and keratin, which provides an ideal environment for mites. If you fold the quilt immediately after waking up, it will hinder the evaporation of sweat inside the quilt, which will lead to a large number of mites in the long run, which may eventually cause skin problems.
Therefore, it is recommended to take the following measures: after getting up, you can move the quilt to the balcony and dry it for more than ten minutes before folding it; Or open the doors and windows and spread the quilt side up to promote the rapid evaporation of sweat.
2. Flush the toilet in time on the way to the toilet
Many people are accustomed to flushing the water immediately after using the toilet to keep the air in the restroom fresh. However, this practice can produce aerosols when flushed, which can carry germs that can contaminate the skin or be inhaled by the body, causing infection.
Therefore, it is recommended to close the toilet lid before flushing the toilet, which can effectively reduce the risk of germs spreading.
3. It is best not to stack the dishes after cleaning
After washing, there is often residual moisture on the surface of the dishes. If these dishes are stacked directly and placed in the cabinet, not only will the inside of the cabinet be damp, but it will also provide a breeding ground for bacteria. While using a dish cloth can wipe off moisture, after a long period of use, the cloth itself can become damp, which can be a source of bacterial growth.
Therefore, we recommend taking an alternative approach: place the washed dishes upright in a well-ventilated area and let them drain naturally. The advantage of this is that even if there is a small amount of food scrap left on the dishes, it is not easy to cause bacteria to grow.
Fourth, frequent shampooing may become more and more oily
Once the hair becomes greasy, the overall image of the individual will be greatly reduced. In order to maintain their image, many people choose to wash their hair every day, believing that as long as they wash their hair frequently enough, they can get rid of the problem of oily hair. However, this approach can backfire!
Washing your hair too often can upset the scalp's water-oil balance, sending a false signal to the sebaceous glands: "The scalp is under threat and needs to produce more oil to protect it." As a result, the sebaceous glands work harder to produce oil, causing the scalp to become more oily.
Doctor's advice: Avoid washing your hair too often!
5. Wash your hands frequently
The top layer of the skin is covered with a layer of naturally occurring oil, which not only helps to keep the skin moisturized, but also protects against harmful microorganisms. However, when we over-clean our hands, especially with disinfectants and soaps, this layer of precious oil is likely to be washed away. Once this layer of oil is deprived, the skin will become dry and may experience an uncomfortable feeling of tightness or itching. More seriously, this over-cleansing can also induce a variety of skin conditions such as dyshidrosis, eczema, and dermatitis. In addition, over-washing can disrupt the skin's natural homeostasis and alter the balance of microflora on its surface, making the skin more susceptible to bacterial infections and triggering an inflammatory response.
Sixth, underwear disinfection will be cleaner
Many women often choose to use disinfectant to clean their underwear in order to clean their underwear, however, the actual effect is often not as expected. When underwear is soaked in disinfectant, not only can it not completely and effectively kill harmful residual bacteria such as fungi, but it is more likely to lead to chemical residues due to negligence in the cleaning process. This residue has a high potential to cause irritation and discomfort to the intimate area, which in turn can induce a variety of intimate problems and diseases. Therefore, when choosing a cleaning method for underwear, female friends should consider carefully and avoid blindly using disinfectant, so as not to bring unnecessary health risks.