7 "Innocent" Daily Habits That Are Damaging Your Health

You may eat well, exercise regularly and get a decent amount of sleep, but chances are you've got a few habits that are hurting your health without you knowing it – like gum chewing. We know, we know – the dentists on the commercials say that chewing gum helps you wash sugar off of your teeth, but constant chewing can overexert the joint and cause damage. In fact, you'd be surprised by what kind of habits can cause damage over time. You'll never stand the same way again…

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Living Healthy You may eat well, exercise regularly and get a decent amount of sleep, but chances are you’ve got a few habits that are hurting your health without you knowing it – like gum chewing. We know, we know – the dentists on the commercials say that chewing gum helps you wash sugar off of your teeth, but constant chewing can overexert the joint and cause damage.  In fact, you’d be surprised by what kind of habits can cause damage over time. You’ll never stand the same way again… Nicholas English Editor, About.com Health CHRONIC PAIN 7 "Innocent" Daily Habits That Are Damaging Your Health  By Moshe Lewis, MD Chronic Pain Expert READ NOW HEALTHY AGING 10 Things to Stop Doing If You Want to Live Longer   By Sharon Basaraba Healthy Aging Expert READ NOW HEALTHY AGING Looking for the Fountain of Youth?    By Joel Fuhrman, MD Healthy Aging Expert READ NOW DISEASE PREVENTION 2 Things Everyone Can Agree On About Healthy Eating    By David L. Katz, MD Disease Prevention Expert READ NOW DENTAL CARE Why Chewing Tough Food (Not Gum) Is Surprisingly Good for the Teeth    By Steven Lin Dental Care Expert READ NOW Trending Now • 10 Foods You Should Always Have In Your House • Can You Drink Wine While You're Dieting? • The Full Body Exercise Machine You Don't Use Enough • 7 Steps to a Super Productive Day • Like Us? Join Us on Facebook Advertisement About Health  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.