People generally avoid using toothpastes during Ramazan thanks to the fear that they might ingest it by mistake, breaking their fast, and let’s face it, it’s not the best practice! Luckily, there’s one thing that has saved people’s oral health and hygiene for thousands of years prior to toothbrushes and toothpastes – we’re talking about chew sticks or miswak! As compiled from StyleCraze, here are five health benefits of incorporating a miswak in your daily oral healthcare routine! Also, people using miswak on a regular basis were seen to suffer from lesser instances of oral hygiene issues. Packed with a whole load of naturally occurring aromatic compounds, using miswak induces a feeling of cleanliness and promotes a fresher, more pleasant breath.

Source: The Express Tribune April 28, 2020 14:48 UTC