Why is personal hygiene important?




Good personal hygiene involves keeping all parts of the external body clean and healthy. It is important for maintaining both physical and mental health.

In people with poor personal hygiene, the body provides an ideal environment for germs to grow, leaving it vulnerable to infection. On a social level, people may avoid a person with poor personal hygiene, which may result in isolation and loneliness.

Types of personal hygiene

There are many types of personal hygiene.

The following list is a good starting point for someone looking to build a personal hygiene routine:

Dental

Dental hygiene involves more than just having white teeth. A good dental hygiene routine can help prevent issues such as gum disease and cavities. It can also prevent bad breath.

Body

Several million sweat glands cover the human body. When bacteria break down sweat, the process creates a smell or body odor.

Washing the body will help prevent skin irritation, as well as removing the bacteria that cause body odor. Washing the hair removes oil and keeps a person looking clean and fresh.

Hand washing

Regular hand washing is one of the best ways to avoid spreading communicable diseases.

  • before, during, and after preparing food
  • before eating food
  • before and after looking after anyone who is vomiting or has diarrhea
  • before and after treating a cut or wound
  • after going to the bathroom
  • after changing diapers or cleaning up a child who has used the toilet
  • after blowing the nose, coughing, or sneezing
  • after touching garbage or dirty surfaces or objects
  • after handling pets or pet-related items, such as food

Nails

Fingernails may harbor dirt and germs, contributing to the spread of bacteria. It is easier for dirt and germs to collect under longer nails, so keeping them short can help reduce the risk of spreading infections.

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