These Past Hygiene Practices Will Shock You

Image of shocking hygiene practice: leaves instead of toilet paper — PHOTO: SHUTTERSTOCK.COM/JASSADA WATT_

Leaves For Toilet Paper

If you’re someone who loves the little indulgence of extra-soft toilet paper, this one might make you cringe. Peasants who couldn’t afford toilet paper often used leaves to get the job done instead. It’s hard to imagine that this was comfortable or even very effective, so don’t forget to pack a roll or two next time you go camping.