Sugar= Cavities These days we all know sugar negatively impacts your teeth in several ways. Research has shown those who consume sodas and sugary drinks have an increased risk for heart disease, type two diabetes, obesity, cancer, cavities and so much more. So, cavities and sugar, what’s the deal? Your mouth contains an abundance of…
How many sodas do you drink a day? A week? Sugar is an addiction we like to sweep under the rug, or simply decline all together. Drinking these sugary beverages has been associated with many health issues including tooth decay and obesity. To find out how often you need a professional cleaning check out this…
You got that right! After years of being told that margarine was more “heart-healthy” than butter, we’re now discovering in long-term studies that the science simply just doesn’t back up the claim. We used to believe that high fat diets promoted tumor growth. Now we know that it doesn’t necessarily have to do with the…
The first day of fall marks Falls Prevention Awareness Day — and this year, the holiday lands on September 22. This holiday, is an opportunity for people to learn how to prevent fall-related injuries that affect older adults. Unfortunately, every 11 seconds an older adult is hospitalized for a fall; every 19 minutes an older…
SNORING AND ADHD: A SERIOUS SIGN OF A CONSTRICTED AIRWAY IN KIDS Does your child snore? Does he or she take medications for ADD or ADHD? Have you noticed behavioral issues, challenges in school, overly tired or wetting the bed? The behaviors listed above are only some of the indications a much more serious issue…