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00:00Man, it's been slow today. We're never going to make enough to...
00:12Whoa.
00:16I'm not sure we can actually get this baby any cleaner.
00:25Oh.
00:27Dear Tim and Moby,
00:28Does it matter if I forget to brush my teeth or miss a shower or two?
00:32Why is this hygiene stuff so important?
00:35From Joy.
00:37Hygiene refers to all the things we do to keep our bodies clean.
00:40It includes daily activities like showering and brushing our teeth,
00:44and other routines that help us maintain a tidy appearance.
00:50Good hygiene is an essential part of being healthy.
00:53It's as important as a good diet, plenty of sleep, and regular exercise.
00:58Forgetting to keep clean can make growing up a lot harder.
01:03Well, classmates might start to avoid you if you're always dirty,
01:07and we all know how down we can get when we're left out.
01:10The physical effects of bad hygiene can leave you feeling even worse.
01:16You probably know how germs can make you sick.
01:20Viruses and bacteria are too tiny to see, but they're literally everywhere.
01:25There are trillions and trillions of them for every person on the planet.
01:31They're in the air and water, on our food, and all over our bodies.
01:38Not all germs are bad for us, Moby.
01:40Most are harmless, and some are even beneficial.
01:44Our intestines are home to bacteria that help us digest food.
01:48They break it down into the nutrition our bodies need.
01:51In fact, all bacteria are just looking for their next meal.
01:56Sometimes, they find a feast in places that aren't so healthy.
02:01Our mouths are like five-star restaurants to bacteria.
02:05They collect into a thin film called plaque and chow down on food particles.
02:10As they digest food, it can make your breath, uh, unpleasant.
02:14And they also produce acids that eat away at our teeth and gums.
02:18That can lead to cavities, holes in your teeth.
02:23Right. Brushing and flossing regularly cuts off their food supply,
02:27and that prevents plaque from getting a foothold.
02:31Uh, after every meal is ideal, but in the morning and before bed for sure.
02:37Be gentle and use a soft bristle brush.
02:40Remember to brush all your teeth, and your tongue, too.
02:43Hitting the two-minute mark will ensure oral superiority.
02:48It's not just about your mouth.
02:50Bacteria love any hot, sticky place, like armpits, feet, and your, uh, private parts.
02:57Paying attention to those areas will prevent them from getting stinky or irritated.
03:07You have to wash your hands after you go to the bathroom.
03:10Chances are they have some bad bacteria on them.
03:14Clean them for 15 seconds with warm, soapy water before you touch something else.
03:20Well, like scratching a scab or rubbing your eye.
03:23Germs can easily multiply in these places and cause an infection.
03:27That means they overwhelm your body's natural defenses.
03:31Infections can be painful and dangerous.
03:34Plus, you may need medicine to get rid of them.
03:37Yep, germs can live for a while on things like doorknobs and desks.
03:41That's why you should wash your hands regularly, not just after bathroom breaks.
03:46Use hand sanitizer if that's more convenient.
03:50Cleaning your personal space helps, too, and not just for germs.
03:54Most people feel better when their stuff is neat and organized.
03:58It's just one less thing you have to worry about.
04:02Oh, right.
04:03As you approach puberty, some of your body systems kick into high gear.
04:09Your skin will produce more oils, which some bacteria love to eat.
04:14So you'll find that you really need a shower to keep from smelling funky.
04:19Deodorant can help with that, too.
04:21So can washing your clothes, especially stuff like socks and underwear.
04:28The earlier you start these habits, the easier it'll be.
04:31It takes some work, but it's totally worth it.
04:34Keeping your body and personal space in order just makes you feel good.
04:38Makes you feel more confident and calm.
04:47Y'all come back now.
04:52Yep, our first sale of the day.
04:56No cash?
04:57Hey.
04:59No cash?
05:01So what'd they give you?
05:04But... this... I... I don't...