Did you know that the average person in some countries consumes well over 20 teaspoons of sugar each day? To some of us, this number would seem unbelievable. For others, it’s a simple fact of life. Contributing to the problem is the fact that our favorite foods and beverages—even those we don’t consider very sugary—are […]
Category: Nutrition
Can’t-Miss Events for Food Lovers in Astoria
Your diet plays a major role in the health of your teeth and gums. Loading up on starchy, sticky, and sugary foods and beverages doesn’t just wreak havoc on your waistline and blood pressure; it also increases your risk of developing periodontal disease, tooth decay, and painful infections. The good news is that there are […]
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Astoria Dentist Advises—Give Your Smile Plenty of Sunlight
While April showers are still a light nuisance, sunshine is just around the corner, and if you’ve missed the feeling of sunlight caressing your skin, you should know that your smile does, too. As you may know, your smile requires the right amount of minerals and nutrients to remain healthy, such as calcium and vitamin […]
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The Food Preservative that May Slow Tumor Growth
Many diverse cultures once believed that dental troubles, such as cavities and gum disease, were caused by a worm burrowing into your tooth. If a tooth hurt, it was attributed to the movement of the worm inside of it. That belief continued even into the 20th century, but since no one had ever found such […]
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Astoria Dentist Discusses the Forgotten Dental Nutrient
In our last article, we discussed how maintaining a healthy and active body can be vital to your teeth and gums. Before that, we discussed some of the nutrients (calcium and vitamin D) that are essential for maintaining your mouth’s health. For instance, calcium is needed to help keep your jawbone healthy and strong enough […]
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What Constitutes Good Dental Nutrition?
Your body is a complicated machine, and like any good machine, it requires a constant supply of fuel to operate properly. Different areas of your body require a diverse array of nutrients to accomplish various tasks, including your mouth. Brushing and flossing your teeth every day, coupled with regularly scheduled dental checkups, keeps your mouth […]
Spice Up Your Thanksgiving Meal and Help Your Teeth, All at Once!
Without herbs and spices to compliment our meals, eating would probably not be as enjoyable as many of us find it now. But did you know that some seasonings may do more than satisfy your taste buds? Certain herbs and spices are also beneficial to your health, including your oral health. With Thanksgiving just around […]
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How Well Do You Know Chocolate?
For quite some time, the general consensus has been that chocolate tastes too good to be anything but bad for you. Chocolate is adored for its rich texture and sweet flavor, but also feared for the same reasons. Luckily, a plethora of chocolate research has shown that the wealth of antioxidants found in chocolate can […]
