Livingto100.com is getting the word out of just how important flossing is to adding healthy years to your life. Flossing is one of those daily habits that often get overlooked, yet it is so important because once flossing becomes a habit, devoting just a few minutes after each meal to keep your gums healthy can really pay off!

Not flossing teeth can lead to inflamed gums. In just the past few years, numerous research studies have suggested that chronic inflammation may lead to the release of oral bacteria into the bloodstream which possibly explains the connection between gum disease and a higher incidence of heart attack, stroke and other age-related diseases. In one study, researchers at Kiel University in Germany found that the bacteria that cause inflamed gums can enter the blood stream and collect in the blood vessels known as the coronary arteries that feed the heart. This can contribute to the blockages, or buildup of plaque, that can occur there.

Livingto100.com and Dr. Perls recommend flossing daily with Glide Floss because it slides easily between tight teeth and makes flossing a comfortable and self-reinforcing habit that can add years to your life. Glide comes in four varieties, offering a floss for every flosser.Glide Whitening Plus Scope Flavor Floss, Glide Shred Guard Floss, Glide Deep Clean Floss, and Glide Comfort Plus Floss.available at mass, drug, and grocery stores nationwide.