All posts tagged with oral health
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-(Natural News) Fluoride is a type of mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and even water. In the context of human health, fluoride is commonly found in commercial dental care products that aim to strengthen enamel – the outer layer of the teeth. The enamel protects the teeth from tooth decay and cavities by […]
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-(Natural News) Chances are your parents reminded you time and time again to brush your teeth before and after meals as a kid to keep your teeth clean and healthy. However, achieving healthy teeth takes a lifetime of care, an understanding of oral hygiene basics and the occasional trip to the dentist. Unfortunately, according to […]
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-(Natural News) Poor oral hygiene not only affects dental health, causing tooth decay and gum disease, but it can also lead to heart disease and diabetes. Now, recent research suggests that poor oral health can also increase your risk of developing certain cancers. A study published in the United European Gastroenterology Journal found an association […]
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-(Natural News) The lower jaw, also known as the mandible, moves by the contraction and relaxation of jaw muscles. It is also the only part of the jaw that moves when eating or talking. But, as with all muscles in the body, the ones in the jaw can become stiff and sore from time to […]
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-(Natural News) Heart disease and cerebrovascular diseases (e.g., stroke) are the leading causes of death in western countries. These diseases are caused by several factors, such as hypertension, high blood cholesterol, diabetes mellitus, smoking and obesity. However, recent studies have found that there is another unexpected contributor to the development of atherosclerosis and atherothrombosis (blood clot […]
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-(Natural News) Researchers from China and South Korea investigated if the ethanol extract of Artemisia princeps could inhibit the cariogenic activity of Streptococcus mutans. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The study design involved the evaluation of the increase in acid production and biofilm formation by S. mutans, as well […]
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-(Natural News) Orthodontic treatments are anything but cheap, but many parents are convinced that scratching together the money for braces for their children will make all the difference to their future confidence levels. After all, it just doesn’t make sense that the kid with the ugly, crooked teeth will grow up to be as confident […]
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-(Natural News) As it turns out, regularly brushing and flossing your teeth protects more than just your smile. In a new study published in the United European Gastrenterology Journal, researchers from Queen’s University Belfast said poor oral health may be linked to an increased risk for a specific type of liver cancer. According to Haydée WT Jordão, a researcher at […]
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-(Natural News) The year 2020 signifies not just a new decade, but a fresh start. This brings with it many opportunities for self-improvement through New Year’s resolutions, the best of which are the ones that transform your life by supporting your overall health. Here are some ideas you can consider to help you on the road to better […]
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-(Natural News) Maintaining good oral health can help slow down the development of Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research. In a study published in Science Advances, researchers discovered that Porphyromonas gingivalis, a bacterium that causes chronic periodontitis (gum infection), colonizes the brains of Alzheimer’s patients. The toxic substances produced by P. gingivalis — called gingipains — correlate with […]
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