5 health-harming habits that many people have

According to Doctor.CK2 Huynh Tan Vu, Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital – Campus 3, there are many seemingly harmless habits that have a big impact on health, especially appearance. They not only cause facial imbalance but also affect the function of bones, muscles and skin, reducing quality of life.

Chin support

The habit of resting your chin, especially on just one side, puts a lot of pressure on the chin bone and impedes blood circulation. Over time, this causes the chin bone to become unbalanced and the face to be misaligned. The skin in the chin area is also less elastic and ages quickly due to lack of blood supply.

Touch your face

Many people unconsciously touch their face without realizing that their hands contain millions of bacteria from everyday contact objects. This causes bacteria to enter the skin, clogging pores and creating conditions for acne to develop. For people who already have acne, this habit makes the condition worse, especially in the cheeks, chin and forehead.

Sleeping in the wrong position

The supine position is considered the best, helping the face relax, limit wrinkles and maintain harmonious lines. On the contrary, lying on your side for a long time puts pressure on the cheeks and chin, leading to deep wrinkles and facial imbalance. Lying on your stomach can cause facial deformation, causing the bridge of the nose to deviate and the corners of the mouth to be asymmetrical.

Continuous use of electronic devices

Bending your head to use the phone or sitting in front of a computer for long periods of time puts pressure on the neck and spine, leading to pain and fatigue, the risk of cervical spine degeneration and deformity of the natural curve of the lumbar spine. Light from device screens also causes facial skin, especially the area around the eyes, to age quickly.

Excessive expression

Expressions such as raising eyebrows, frowning, smirking or smiling excessively over and over again cause facial muscles to contract unbalancedly. Over time, wrinkles become obvious, causing the face to lose its natural harmony.

To protect your health and maintain a youthful appearance, Dr. Vu recommends limiting your hands to your face, resting your chin, or making excessive expressions. Adjust sleeping, sitting, and working positions to reduce pressure on bones and muscles. Maintain a balanced diet and get enough sleep. Exercise regularly and appropriately to keep your body healthy, your mind relaxed and your skin youthful.