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Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
How long should you brush your teeth? Here's what happens if you skip brushing for 2 minutes twice a day
Oral health is a key part of overall wellness. Did you know insufficient brushing time can lead to poor oral hygiene, increased risk of tooth decay and gum inflammation and disease? Brushing habits differ from person to person, but experts recommend brushing twice each day for two minutes at a time. Also read | Don't brush your teeth before sleeping? Doctor explains why skipping brushing may do more harm than just risk cavities According to a May 2019 report on brushing should be done for at least two minutes, twice per day as per the recommendations from the American Dental Association (ADA) . To maintain good oral health, brush your teeth for the full two minutes, paying attention to all surfaces, and don't forget the tongue and gums. If you brush for less than two minutes, you won't remove as much plaque from your teeth. According to a 2009 study published in most people only brush for about 45 seconds. The study looked at how brushing time affected plaque removal in 47 people. The results suggested that increasing brushing time from 45 seconds to 2 minutes may help remove up to 26 percent more plaque. The ADA has shared these guidelines for proper brushing: ⦿ Hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to your gums. ⦿ Brush with short strokes about the width of one tooth. ⦿ Move your toothbrush back and forth along the outside surfaces of your teeth, applying gentle pressure as you brush. ⦿ Use back-and-forth motion to brush along the chewing surfaces of your teeth. ⦿ To properly brush the inner surfaces of your teeth, hold your toothbrush vertically and brush up and down along the insides of your teeth. ⦿ Brush your tongue using a few back-to-front strokes to remove bad breath–causing bacteria. ⦿ Rinse your toothbrush after you use it. ⦿ Store your toothbrush in an upright position. If your partner, roommate, or family members store their toothbrushes in the same place, make sure toothbrushes don't touch each other. Let your toothbrush air-dry instead of storing it in a closed toothbrush holder. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Shalini Passi feels bad for Fabulous Lives co-stars who smoke and drink; reveals her own Ayurvedic diet
Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives Season 3's Shalini Passi follows a strict Ayurvedic diet that consists of various Ayurvedic spices and powders. In an April 24 interview with BBC Asian Network, Shalini, who is in her late 40s, spoke about her Ayurvedic diet, which involves only eating raw vegetables during the day. Also read: Shalini Passi has ghee shot first thing in the morning, reveals her diet secrets The Delhi-based socialite, art collector and philanthropist, who recently walked the Cannes 2025 red carpet, also said that she does not eat staple Indian foods like dal-chawal but consumes '10-12 different kinds of vegetables throughout the day'. Shalini said, 'My friends would tell me that being in the media is a lot, you will not be able to handle it. They would say don't say anything, don't have your soups, don't have your juices... I said I am not going to lie and say I am having dal-chawal (dal and rice). I don't eat dal-chawal.' She then spoke about the comparisons with her co-stars on Fabulous Lives vs Bollywood Wives Season 3, including Maheep Kapoor, Neelam, Bhavana Pandey, and Seema Sajdeh: 'My diet is Ayurvedic. I have raw foods till 6 pm, which is in our culture. I have 10-12 different kinds of vegetables throughout the day. I also include ghee and all the Ayurvedic spices and powders. I feel my lifestyle is for me to be healthy and functional. I actually feel bad for them because if they are consuming carbs, sugar, wine, drinking, smoking, and not waking up on time, I feel bad for them. If they reach out to me for help... I can tell them what to do, but it's essentially my opinion against theirs... I have my lifestyle, which works for me, and they have theirs.' A post shared by Shalini Passi (@ The Ayurvedic diet is an eating pattern based on the principles of Ayurvedic medicine – focuses on balancing different types of energy within your body, which is said to improve health, according to a November 14, 2023 report on Ayurveda is a form of holistic medicine from India that focuses on promoting balance between your body and mind. According to Ayurveda, five elements make up the universe — vayu (air), jala (water), akash (space), teja (fire), and prithvi (earth). These elements are believed to form three different doshas, which are defined as types of energy that circulate within your body. Each dosha is responsible for specific physiological functions. According to this diet, your dosha determines which foods you should eat to promote inner balance. For example, per the pitta dosha focuses on cooling, energising foods and limits spices, nuts, and seeds, while, the vata dosha favors warm, moist, and grounding foods while restricting dried fruits, bitter herbs, and raw veggies. The kapha dosha limits heavy foods like nuts, seeds, and oils in favour of fruits, veggies, and legumes. Red meat, artificial sweeteners, and processed ingredients are limited for all three doshas, as the Ayurvedic diet encourages eating healthy whole foods. Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
Hindustan Times
14-05-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Woman who lost 95 kg credits skipping at home for her rapid weight loss without gym: 'Jumping rope works like magic'
Nigeria-based digital creator Zainab Jaiyesimi 'lost over 95 kg of weight' and keeps documenting her fitness journey on her Instagram page, Zainylee. In an impressive April 5 video giving a glimpse of her progress, she spoke about 'the power of skipping'. Sharing her experience, Zainab highlighted how skipping or jump roping, can be an effective way to aid in weight loss. It's also fun. Also read | Hansal Mehta reveals secret to 10 kg weight loss: Mounjaro, intermittent fasting, high-protein meals and less alcohol Zainab, who has dropped 'from size 28 to size 18/16', said, 'Skipping and walking was my go-to exercise. I highly recommend. I skipped from the comfort of my home and look how far I have come.' Doling out her tips, she added, 'Calorie deficit and exercise – you get the result you want.' You can achieve a calorie deficit by eating fewer calories, expending more energy through movement and exercise, or a combination of both. Click here to know more. Zainab further said she could lose weight at home by starting with '500 skips'. 'I enjoyed skipping and I did not have to go to the gym. I recommend skipping a 100 percent, but don't forget your diet,' she said. She further spoke about her weight loss journey and said, 'The power of skipping! Jumping rope works like magic. Skipping is a game-changer. When I first started, every jump felt like a struggle, but I kept going. Step by step, skip by skip, I pushed through. Looking back and seeing how far I have come, my weight loss journey videos make me happy.' Check out her post: A post shared by ZAINAB JAIYESIMI (@zainylee) Jumping rope or skipping is a full-body workout that can improve your cardiovascular health and strengthen your muscles. According to a May 31, 2023 report on it will not only improve your cardio and muscle strength but also help burn calories to support weight loss. According to the portal, along with helping with weight loss, there are many other benefits to jumping rope: ⦿ Strengthens muscles ⦿ Improves cardio fitness ⦿ Builds stronger bones ⦿ May improve your coordination and balance Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
