Taking walks to explore the outdoors may be an antidote for anxiety in dogs. Researchers say getting your dog moving and more physically active could go a long way toward easing general fears. Dogs that rarely experienced new situations and environments were more likely to have apprehensive behavior. Source Link
It turns out there’s a physical reason why faking a smile can make you feel better. A study found that smiling triggers certain facial muscles and that can trick your brain into feeling more positive. A forced smile can stimulate the emotional center of the brain which releases neurotransmitters to encourage happiness. Source Link
Could fresh breath also protect against coronavirus? Scientists say using antiseptic mouthwash may be an effective way to reduce the spread of COVID-19 because it can kill the virus in the mouth and throat. Mouthwash isn’t a treatment option and won’t protect you against infection but it can reduce the risk that an infected person will spread it to others. Source Link
