Society in the United States has its own unique characteristics that emerge in arts, cuisine, industry, and other areas. However, like many cultures, it keeps evolving with each generation. With time, ...

Your toothpaste is a mixture of different chemical compounds, not a single compound. It contains abrasives, fluorides, foaming agents, sweeteners, flavourings, and water. All of these are combined to ...

A photo of a long‑expired tube of toothpaste—dating all the way back to 1988—has gone viral on Reddit, attracting more than 50,000 upvotes. The reason? As the caption puts it: “Mom is using toothpaste ...

Scientists have found that keratin, the protein in hair and skin, can repair and protect tooth enamel. The material forms a mineralized layer that halts decay and restores strength, outperforming ...

As the debate surrounding fluoride, especially in our drinking water, continues, people are considering fluoride-free alternatives. When it comes to toothpaste, one such substitute is ...

Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new approaches to chronic health problems. Expertise Public health, new wellness ...

Lauren Paige Richeson is an Editor at Health, where she’s been writing, editing, and unpacking wellness trends since 2022. With over a decade of experience covering nutrition, beauty, oral health, and ...

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