Do you still think that milk is the only way to keep your teeth and bones healthy? Think again! Here are 5 wonderful ways to get your intake of calcium. Collard greens (268 milligrams per 1 cup, cooked): Simply sauteeing collard greens with olive oil and garlic is an excellent and delicious way to eat…
Read MoreThere’s nothing wrong with getting kids the top toys on their holiday wish lists. But let us suggest slipping in a few things that are not just fun, but also help teach lifelong habits to help them be their best. To encourage hand washing Fun attachments like faucet extenders can help encourage kids to wash…
Read MoreThe Tooth Fairy has been visiting children for many, many years. Sources even report the first references were in 1908! Some parents are hesitant to tell children about the Tooth Fairy because she is not real. However, a poll showed that 75% of children reported liking the tradition even after they found out that the…
Read MoreIn honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month this February, we’re sharing some of the important facts that earned this issue its own month. Cavities are surprisingly common in children: 5x more common than asthma, 7x more common than hay fever, and also more common than type 2 diabetes and obesity. Many cavities go untreated.…
Read MoreHosting a party at your home may seem like a dangerous way to slip up on your resolutions to eat healthier. However, many traditionally unhealthy snack foods can actually be swapped for much better options that you and your guests will still enjoy. Dips: Instead of store-bought creamy dips, make your own using Greek yogurt.…
Read MoreAs a consumer, you may already know about sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), a common ingredient in many personal care products such as shampoo, soap, and toothpaste. SLS is a detergent and surfactant that helps products lather so they’ll be more effective cleaners. Here are a few facts about this widely used ingredient: SLS is not…
Read MoreYour diet can have a direct effect on your health and your oral health. Making healthy food choices can reduce your risk of tooth decay, gum disease, obesity, hypertension, high cholesterol, and heart disease, to name a few. Here are three ways to make those choices easier. Keep it simple. Opt for simpler foods, like…
Read MoreGinger comes from Southeast Asia and is widely used in cooking and baking. It also comes with a long list of health benefits, and you can get a convenient dose in tea form. Here are some of the benefits you’ll reap with a hot cup. Helps fight nausea: If you experience nausea, such as after…
Read MoreThere areover-the-counter products for just about every oral health issue out there, butif you’re looking for a more natural approach, we’ve got just what you need! To improve bad breath Try chewing on ahandful of cloves, fennel seeds, or anise seeds. They have antibacterialproperties that can help kill bad-breath causing bacteria. For another quickfix, try…
Read MoreOver 98 million Americans will be traveling for the holidays. At the same time, trips to the emergency room typically rise over the holidays. This means there’s an increased chance of experiencing a dental emergency away from home. Whether you slip on ice or bite into a candy cane, here’s how to be prepared for…
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