The beginning of the year is when many of us start thinking about making choices for our health. If one of your New Year’s resolutions involves cutting back on sugary foods, we have three tips for you. Identify high-risk foods. Know which foods have high sugar content. Sugar can have a lot of different names…
Read MoreIf there’s one tea to stock up on this winter, make it herbal mint tea. Aside from warming you up on a cold winter day, mint tea also has some great benefits for your heath. If you have a cold or the flu, mint tea is perfect for soothing a sore throat, inflammation in the…
Read MoreThe food you eat not only affects your metabolism and how you feel, but it also has a major impact on your health and your immune system the intricate network protecting your body against illness. A good diet can help keep that defense line strong. Here are the top eight vitamins and minerals to boost…
Read MoreAlmost everyone has had a canker sore at some point. They’re the pesky little sores that appear in the soft tissue of the mouth and at the base of the gums, making eating and talking uncomfortable. Although the exact cause is unknown, it is believed that stress and certain foods could be the culprit. While…
Read MoreHere are some interesting facts to read about flossing just in time for National Flossing Day. Flossing may help you live longer. Researchers have found that gum disease is related to a higher risk of coronary heart disease. This may have to do with the bacteria in the mouth getting into the blood stream and…
Read MoreIf your dentist discovers an issue in your mouth, it may feel like the end of the world. But many oral health issues are surprisingly common. Here are three common dental woes you probably share with many others. 1.) Cavities: Almost everyone will eventually get a cavity. In fact, 92% of American adults get at…
Read MoreIt’s hard to avoid Halloween candy this time of year, there are a few better options to choose instead. Try these easy swaps that still feel a treat, but keep your well being in mind too. Skip: Hard, gummy or sour candies. These are the worst for your mouth and teeth, plus they tend to…
Read MoreThe hormonal changes that come with pregnancy affect the entire body including your mouth. By some accounts, 40% of women will experience some form of gingivitis during pregnancy. It’s due to the surge of the hormone progesterone, which makes the gums more sensitive to plaque and easier for gingivitis-causing bacteria to grow. It is important…
Read MoreGood dental care should be a no-brainer, but studies show half of Americans don’t floss daily, and one in five don’t brush twice a day. Unfortunately, this can cause preventable issues. Besides cavities and bad breath, here’s what you can expect if you don’t follow good dental hygiene. You may develop gum disease. Do your…
Read MoreWhen kids come home in search of milk and cookies, it’s hard to convince them to eat healthy veggies instead. Be prepared with one of these sweet treats that have a secret ingredient: vegetables! Veggie cookies: It sounds weird, but it’s easy to sneak vegetables into cookies without raising suspicion. Try adding half a grated…
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