Brushing your teeth may keep your heart healthy
The bacteria in our mouths may hold the key to many facets of our health. Researchers have found intriguing clues about pancreatic and esophageal cancer risk in mouth bacteria, and some studies have linked poor oral hygiene with respiratory problems. Mounting evidence is also strengthening the link between oral health and cardiovascular health. For instance, […]
How does tooth enamel last a lifetime?
If we cut our skin or break a bone, these tissues will repair themselves; our bodies are excellent at recovering from injury. Tooth enamel, however, cannot regenerate, and the oral cavity is a hostile environment. Every mealtime, enamel is put under incredible stress; it also weathers extreme changes in both pH and temperature. Despite this […]
Teeth: Names, types, and functions
Teeth are made up of different layers — enamel, dentin, pulp, and cementum. Enamel, which is the hardest substance in the body, is on the outside of the tooth. The second layer is dentin, which is softer than enamel, and the deepest layer inside the tooth is pulp, which consists of nerves and blood vessels. […]
Health benefits of baking soda and lemon juice
Several scientific studies have examined the health benefits of baking soda and lemon juice separately, but there is not much research to support the combined effects of these two ingredients. This article discusses some of the potential health benefits of consuming baking soda and lemon juice mixtures. A note about pH The idea of combining […]
Xylitol: Uses, Effects, and Possible benefits
Xylitol is a sugar alcohol, which is a type of carbohydrate and does not actually contain alcohol. Xylitol occurs naturally in small amounts in fibrous fruits and vegetables, trees, corncobs, and even the human body. Manufacturers use Xylitol as a sugar substitute because its sweetness is comparable with that of table sugar but with fewer […]