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Best Toothpaste Ingredients for the Oral Microbiome
What makes a good toothpaste? We put toothpaste in our mouths every day, but what is in there? Is it safe? Does it really improve our oral health? It may be surprising that not everything found in traditional toothpastes are safe for our mouths. Some toothpaste...
High Quality Supplements and Third Party Testing
Americans are investing in their health more now than ever before. Globally, the dietary supplement market has grown from $115 billion to $151 billion in sales each year. We are using vitamins, protein powders, probiotics, fish oil, and more to support our...
Leaky Gum Syndrome & The Oral-Systemic Link: How the Health of Your Gums Affects Your Whole Body and What You Can Do About It
Few of us think much about the health of our mouth lining unless our gums are swollen and red or if we have mouth pain. But the tissue lining your gums and the inside of your mouth is vitally important to keeping you safe from heart disease, joint pain, and brain...
This Healthy Mouth Bacteria Is a Natural Treatment for Ear Infections, Strep Throat, and Cavities
Contrary to what you might have heard about strep throat or even strep pneumonia, there are some very beneficial Streptococcus bacteria living in your mouth. They’ve been there since you were an infant and they are critical for keeping your mouth healthy. In fact, my...
There is a Mental Health Crisis in the United States: Here is How Functional Medicine Can Help
Violent crimes, suicides, and mental health problems are on the rise.1-4 They take over the headlines and dominate conversations. They might affect us directly, or our loved ones. Are these social problems something that we just put up with or can we change them?...
What Everyday Food Can Cause Mouth Sores, Bad Teeth, and Tongue Pain? You Might Be Surprised.
In people with celiac disease, eating gluten can wreak havoc on oral health. In fact, eighty-five percent of people with celiac disease have problems with their tooth enamel. And mouth symptoms from eating gluten- especially discolored teeth and canker sores- can be...
The Best Teeth Whiteners for the Oral Microbiome
Everyone wants a beautiful, bright smile. But at what cost? If you are wondering if teeth whitening products are safe for your oral microbiome, then read on. We will review what teeth whitening treatments can do to the bacteria in your mouth. We will discuss things...
Vitamins for Oral Health
All the brushing and flossing in the world won’t fix an oral health problem if there is a vitamin deficiency that has been missed. If you have tooth infections, mouth sores, bleeding gums, a burning sensation in the mouth, or other mouth problems, your mouth may be...
