What if giving your body a short break from food could actually help it repair itself — right down to your immune system and oral health?

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 Overlooked Connection Between Sleep and Dental Health

When people think about oral care, they often focus on brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups. But there’s another essential factor that plays a powerful role in keeping your mouth healthy — quality sleep.

Did you know that something as simple as humming could actually benefit your brain, body, and even your teeth?
It sounds almost too easy, but research proves it’s true.

According to a study by Eddie Weitzberg et al., published in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine (2002), humming can increase nitric oxide (NO) production by up to 15-fold — or roughly 1400% — in just 10 seconds.