Consumer Tips

January 15, 2009
Keeping your teeth healthy is essential for long term health. Always rinse your mouth with water after eating high sugar or high acid foods (like fruits, sodas, and sports drinks).
Toothy facts about what you eat
January 20, 2009
Chewing sugarless gum benefits dental health. There also is evidence that chewing gum enhances brain function, possibly by increasing blood flow to the brain.
Chewing gum could offer health benefits
January 29, 2009
Dental problems may cause problems with chewing raw and al dente cooked vegetables. Eating well-cooked vegetables is better than eating none at all.
Nutritional requirements more complex for seniors
February 7, 2009
Older people with dentures or dental problems may have difficulty chewing meats. Therefore to meet protein needs, consume high protein foods like eggs, cottage cheese, tender fish, ground meat, and protein drinks.
Nutritional requirements more complex for seniors
April 20, 2009
Hair loss is often the unavoidable consequence of aging. However, hair thinning is sometimes a sign of inadequate iron in the diet. Physicians who specialize in treating hair thinning prefer to see the index of body iron stores (ferritin) at a level greater than 70 ng/ml.
Iron deficiency sometimes goes unseen
June 1, 2009
More than 300 species of bacteria naturally live in the mouth. Some of these bacteria convert sugar into acids that gradually dissolve and erode tooth enamel. Foods that stimulate saliva flow can protect teeth by helping to flush acids out of the mouth.
Toothy facts about what you eat
August 10, 2009
Rinsing your mouth with water after eating foods high in sugar or acid is a habit that can promote long-term dental health. Common foods that fit into these categories include sweets, sweet or tart fruits, fruit drinks, sodas (regular and diet), and sports drinks.
Toothy facts about what you eat
December 30, 2009
During this season of many sweet treats, don't forget your dental health. Remember to rinse your mouth with water after eating high sugar or high acid foods (like fruits, sodas, candies, and sports drinks).
Toothy facts about what you eat
January 18, 2010
The health of someone's hair is often a reflection of the adequacy of their diet. Hair thinning is sometimes a sign of inadequate iron in the diet.
Iron deficiency sometimes goes unseen
January 29, 2010
Older people often have dental challenges that prevent them from eating raw and lightly cooked vegetables. Eating well-cooked vegetables is definitely better than eating none at all.
Nutritional requirements more complex for seniors
April 21, 2010
Many things can cause hair thinning and hair loss. One possible cause is inadequate iron in the diet. Iron deficiency, even without anemia, can disrupt normal hair growth.
Iron deficiency sometimes goes unseen
June 4, 2010
You may be able to prevent dental caries and periodontal gum disease simply by making sure to consume all your essential nutrients.
How Does What I Eat Affect My Oral Health?
June 21, 2010
There are a variety of potential causes for a woman to experience hair thinning and loss. Research indicates that poor iron nutrition is one of the more common causes.
Hair loss in women has contributing factors
July 11, 2010
Physicians studying female hair loss report that many cases improve with iron supplementation even when initial blood values for iron status are within normally acceptable ranges.
Hair loss in women has contributing factors