Oral hygiene - surprising to most people when it comes to its connection with caring for our heart - turns out to be very important from a bacteriological point of view. Research carried out at the Silesian Centre for Heart Diseases has confirmed that bacteria in the mouth are one of the causes of cardiovascular disease. The bacteria that form plaque and cause periodontal disease are mainly staphylococci and streptococci, which, when they enter the bloodstream, can damage vessel walls and produce toxins that increase blood clotting. Let's keep this in mind when brushing our teeth every day and taking care of our beautiful smile.

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Systematic physical activity improves our ability to use the oxygen needed by the entire body. It balances blood pressure and toughens and strengthens the heart muscle. In addition, active recreation can be regarded as a form of relaxation and a pleasant way of spending time, which also has a great impact on our mood and life satisfaction.