When we think of exercise, we often imagine toned muscles, stronger hearts, or better lung capacity. But here’s something you might not expect — your daily workout is also giving your teeth a molecular upgrade.

Groundbreaking research from Stanford Medicine and the MoTrPAC consortium has revealed that physical activity triggers cellular and molecular changes in 19 different organs — and yes, that includes the systems that affect your oral health.

When you think about improving your dental health, rolling a tennis ball under your foot probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But what if we told you that this simple self-massage technique could actually contribute to healthier teeth and gums?

It may sound far-fetched, but the secret lies in the body’s interconnected systems—specifically, reflexology and the fascial network. Here’s how this unusual trick works and why it might be worth a try.