Dear Heloise: Your answer to me about rinsing your teeth turned the question into a matter of time. The original question was, “Do I rinse or not?” The time you spend on your teeth is a matter of personal preference. My husband doesn’t spend nearly the time on brushing that I do, but he also rinses. He doesn’t have any cavities either. However, I do what I do because I love the everyday feeling of “I just got my teeth cleaned!” — Clean, in Montana

ANOTHER

BEDSHEET HINT

Dear Heloise: I enjoy reading your column in the Springfield News-Sun and wanted to share how I save on changing the sheets on my queen-sized bed. Instead of going to the trouble that Karen, in Florida, does, I just sleep on one side of the bed one week and the other side the following week. This way, I only have to change the sheets once every two weeks.

I started doing this decades ago when I was left with a king-sized bed following a divorce. Thanks for all the hints you’ve shared. — Andi, in Ohio

HIDING A PURSE

IN THE TRUNK

Dear Heloise: Regarding Beverly C.’s suggestion about putting her purse in the trunk and only taking her credit card into the store, it’s vital to put the purse in the trunk while you’re at home where you can’t be seen. I carry my credit card in a lanyard around my neck for safety and convenience. Thanks for so many valuable hints. — Melinda B., in Conway, Arkansas

LOVE YOUR FEET

Dear Heloise: Working in a podiatrist’s office, I see people with foot problems all the time. It’s the one part of the body that people seem to neglect the most. To help keep your feet feeling better, try a few of these:

— Go barefoot or just wear a pair of socks around the house. Let your feet breathe and stretch.

— Walk. This is good for all parts of your body, but your feet need to be exercised.

— Roll a tennis ball or golf ball around with the bottom of your foot for at least 15 minutes daily.

— If you have foot pain, weight loss will usually help.

— Be certain that your shoes fit properly. So many people wear shoes that pinch, are too narrow, or cause pain. — T., in Texas