People who flossed also had a lower risk of afib (irregular heartbeat), according to preliminary data from a new study. Flossing at least once a week may lower the risk of stroke and atrial ...

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Regular flossing, one or more times a week, may reduce the risk of stroke caused by blood clots from the heart and those linked to irregular heartbeats like atrial fibrillation (AFib), according ...

Flossing protects your brain, as well as your gums, a new study suggests. People who floss their teeth at least once a week are reducing their risk of stroke caused by a blood clot, researchers ...

The new study included 6,278 participants who had answered questions about home use of dental floss. About 65% of the participants reported flossing at least once a week. stock.adobe.com Share ...

Flossing regularly may lower the risk of some strokes as well as a type of irregular heart rhythm that can increase stroke risk, new research suggests. The findings, which will be presented ...

Share on Pinterest Flossing may be a simple way to lower your risk of certain forms of cardiovascular disease, including stroke. DZ FILM/Getty Images Cardiovascular disease, including stroke ...

People who floss at least once a week have 22% lower risk of stoke caused by a blood clot They also had a 44% lower risk of stroke caused by blood clots traveling from the heart FRIDAY ...

Standing in front of the mirror and maneuvering a thin floss thread between your teeth isn’t pleasant. But flossing is an important part of any oral hygiene routine — it removes plaque ...

Regular dental flossing reduces the risk of a stroke, according to new research. People who floss their teeth at least once a week lower their risk of suffering a potentially fatal stroke caused ...

New research suggests that flossing and maintaining good oral health may help mitigate the risk of AFib and blood clot-related stroke. Flossing is a simple, inexpensive habit that can easily be ...