Let’s talk flossing! It’s another good habit, as often as everyday, but I am well aware that it’s not always a fan favorite. I would encourage you to try Cocofloss and see if your opinion of flossing changes. We have several flavors of Cocofloss available and have had huge success converting the anti-flossers! Flossing is an important part of a heart-healthy lifestyle, especially in an age where cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death worldwide by a very large margin. The connection between your periodontal (gum tissue) health and your cardiovascular (heart) health has been well developed in the scientific research. Basically, if your gums are bleeding and unhealthy (gingivitis all the way to periodontitis) you are at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease, among many other health conditions. Flossing is an important tool that helps decrease inflammation of your gum tissue, especially when you’re doing it correctly. Think of shaping the floss like a “C” around each tooth as you gently guide the floss against the sides of the teeth. Sounds exciting, I know!!! When you’re ready to invest in some new floss, look for 1) floss you like and will use (this could mean trying a number of options), 2) floss that has ingredients that are good for you (look for natural options, less petroleum-based, chemical-free, dye-free, etc.), and 3) floss that treats our planet well (is the floss and/or packaging biodegradable/compostable, cruelty-free, etc.). So if you’re already flossing everyday, congrats! If not, start with a small step and aim at flossing 3 times a week, as this small step can lead to greater health!