Cancer, diabetes, premature aging. It may be sweet to eat, but sugar is disastrous to our bodily systems. Studies show that sugar is a significant contributor to tooth decay, and new archaeological evidence from Ancient Roman remains seems to back up this conclusion. To say that sugar is the only cause of tooth decay is […]
Teeth whitening is big business these days, but for all the wrong reasons. While it’s perfectly reasonable to want a whiter, brighter smile, conventional treatments often only provide a temporary fix. Even worse, most common teeth whitening treatments use harsh chemicals like hydrogen peroxide to bleach the surface of your teeth… a process that also damages the […]
Vibrantly green and undeniably fresh, cilantro is a herb that packs a powerful punch both in flavor and in health benefits. Whether you prefer it in Thai food, fresh salsa, or another way altogether, cilantro should be a regular part of your diet. It’s detoxifying and an antioxidant, lowers anxiety, strengthens bones, and provides several […]
Just when you thought it was safe to brush your teeth, here comes a report telling you toothpaste could be cancerous! But, is there any rationality to that claim? Let’s dig a little deeper and find out what’s really lurking inside your tube of toothpaste. And, what you can do instead to avoid those seemingly […]
When I was a teen, hydrogen peroxide was my go-to teeth-whitener, and something I would spray on my hair to get that “sun kissed” look. Years later, you can still find a bottle in my medicine cabinet as an inexpensive way to whiten teeth, and disinfect cuts and scrapes. What is Hydrogen Peroxide? Hydrogen peroxide […]
There’s something simple and joyous about laying eyes on a fresh, vibrant lemon. Sitting in a fruit bowl or hanging out in the fruit and veg drawer of the fridge. Their vivid yellow color immediately grabs your eyes and makes them stand out in a pile of produce. And, when it comes down to it, […]
Once upon a time, the basic toothbrush was constructed of natural materials such as boar bristles and bone. However, these materials made toothbrushes too expensive for the average person who was left to clean their teeth with pieces of cloth or their fingers. Many just didn’t bother to clean their teeth at all. In fact, […]
Vibrantly green and undeniably fresh, cilantro is a herb that packs a powerful punch both in flavor and in health benefits. Whether you prefer it in Thai food, fresh salsa, or another way altogether, cilantro should be a regular part of your diet. It’s detoxifying and an antioxidant, lowers anxiety, strengthens bones, and provides several […]
