The tradition of keeping beard in some religions is quite old, but nowadays it has become a part of fashion trend. Most of the men have started keeping thick beard, but do you know that your beard can make you sick. Let's know how.

The rough-tough look of beard is quite trending among men. At one time, the clean-shaven chocolate boy look was quite popular, but now most men are keeping thick beards and people get it set in different ways so that they can enhance their look, but along with the maintenance of beard, its cleanliness is also very important. Imagine what happens when your beard itself becomes the enemy of health. This is not what we are saying but research has said this. The thick beard that adds to your look has become a home for bacteria, which most men do not pay attention to, in this way you are inviting diseases knowingly or unknowingly. If you are also among those people who like to keep a heavy beard look, then know how bacteria can make you sick and what things should be kept in mind.

There are many reasons like going out, staying in dust and pollution, due to which dirt gets accumulated on the skin, which also leads to the growth of bacteria, that is why it is advisable to wash the face two to three times a day, but despite this, your beard can become a hub of bacteria and make you sick. Let's know what the research says and how you can avoid these bacteria.

Bacteria in beard equal to toilet seat

Dr. Shari Lipner, a professor at Weill Cornell Medicine School in New York, says that it is normal to have bacteria on the skin and bacteria also grow in the beard, but if this is not taken care of, it can be a cause of concern because the chances of infection can increase. During a study conducted last year, samples of beards of men from the age of 18 to 76 years were taken. It was found that some men's beards can have as many bacteria as there are on a toilet seat.

These people are at greater risk

In this regard, Professor Kimberly Davis of Johns Hopkins University says that the beards of people working in hospitals are more likely to have bacteria. The study revealed that despite wearing masks, the beards of health workers have more bacteria, so take special care not to touch the mask with hands repeatedly.

Why are there so many bacteria in the beard?

According to a study by Switzerland's Professor Andreas Gazgit published in the European Journal of Radiology, a human beard may contain more bacteria than a dog's fur. Actually, the hair of the beard and moustache is very thick and also curled and due to this bacteria grow easily.

keep these things in mind

If you keep a thick beard and moustache, then take special care of cleanliness. The possibility of bacteria increases even more in summer, so dry it immediately after sweating. If you eat oily-spicy things or have exercised, then it is very important to clean your shave after that. Use face cleanser for this. On the other hand, if there is a cut or pimple wound anywhere on the face, then do not ignore it. Avoid touching your beard and moustache repeatedly.