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Can a tiny amount of swallowed toothpaste affect the sugar level result of a blood test?
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No worries, the ingredients in a dab of toothpaste will have no effect.
Answered 10/10/2021
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No. Swallowing small amount of toothpaste will not affect your health or your blood glucose level. For healthy diet: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/., exercise 30 minutes/day, drink enough water daily so your urine is mostly colorless, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. Get HPV and Covid vaccines. Wish you good health!
Answered 10/13/2021
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No, blood sugar levels should not be affected.
Answered 10/13/2021
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