Instead of reaching for an unhealthy energy drink or soda, try one of the following eight energy-boosting foods. 1. Green Tea Caffeine (coffee, tea, chocolate, cola, energy drinks) is a drug, a strong stimulant that actually generates a stress reaction in the body. Try going for three weeks without caffeine. … Read More
Busy lifestyles and processed foods and beverages cause nearly all of us to become chronically deprived of water and susceptible to the dangers of dehydration.[1] Although they are not the only organs affected by lack of water, the brain and eyes are especially vulnerable to the following conditions: Obstruction of … Read More
Receding gums are just what you think they are: Gumlines that are pulling back and showing more of your teeth. That’s a worry because the gum’s job is to protect the roots of your teeth, and if you’re losing your gumline, your teeth may be in jeopardy. A healthy gum … Read More
Nobody wants bad breath, and many who have it don’t know they’re afflicted—until they notice that people are standing farther and farther away when they speak. If you've ever suffered from halitosis, you’ll understand how embarrassing this condition can be. Some are so embarrassed they won’t even mention it to … Read More
Before shopping for the best toothpaste for sensitive teeth, find out why you have sensitive teeth. The reason can make a big difference in determining whether you should spend time searching for the "right" toothpaste—or whether you need help on a larger scale. Do You Need the Best Toothpaste for … Read More
Bottled water is quick and easy to grab when you’re on the go. It’s touted as pure water extracted from beautiful glaciers and pristine streams. It’s also pricey. Tap water, on the other hand, is easily accessible and free. While some claim tap water contains unhealthy levels of chemicals, others … Read More
The beauty industry is all abuzz about activated charcoal. It’s the main ingredient in face masks, moisturizing creams, supplements, and certain whitening toothpastes. You’ll also find it in soaps, car fresheners, and shoe deodorizers. No matter where you shop, you’re likely to be inundated with the latest beauty craze. But … Read More
If you Googled “Is bottled water safe?” you likely found yourself inundated with countless sources that say, in a word, "No!” If you read on, however, you'd find that most of the controversy surrounding that question involves not so much the water itself, but the plastic bottles. So let's explore … Read More
People with tooth infections are at a higher risk of developing heart disease, hepatitis, inflammation, and even cancer. (Read a detailed discussion of these risks in the blog about meridians.) There now exists a branch of dentistry that acknowledges the connections between the teeth and the body and focuses on … Read More
If you have sore or bleeding gums, frequent tooth pain, or other dental problems, there may be more at stake than the health of your mouth. “Research has shown that there is an association between oral inflammation and systemic inflammation," says Marsha Rubin, DDS, director of dentistry at Weill Cornell … Read More
