RABIES K!LLS — PREVENT IT EARLY
A single bite or scratch from an infected animal can transmit the rabies virus, one of the deadliest infections known to humans.
What most people don’t realize is that rabies doesn’t just attack the brain — it also affects the nerves connected to your mouth, gums, and teeth.
In many parts of the Philippines, low-income families still use old or worn-out toothbrushes — not because they want to, but because financial challenges often make even basic dental products a luxury. While this highlights a need for greater access to affordable oral care, it also opens a surprising discussion: what if brushing your teeth could help not just your smile, but also your brain?
We’ve all been there: a long day leads to a late dinner, or a tempting snack right before bed. You collapse into bed for a solid eight hours, believing you’re giving your body the rest it needs. But if you’re eating right before sleeping, you might be sabotaging your rest—and your oral health—without even knowing it.
The idea that drinking cold water helps burn calories has circulated for years, but how much truth is behind this claim? Let’s examine the science with a critical lens.
When you drink ice-cold water, your body expends a small amount of energy to warm it to body temperature (98.6°F). However, the actual calorie burn is minimal:
How a Simple, Natural Act Became the Most Overlooked Item on the Wellness Checklist
