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Relevence of the Water Flosser

A review of the literature answers many questions related to the use of water flossers, the first of which was introduced in 1962. Numerous studies suggest that water flossers remove biofilm from tooth surfaces and bacteria from periodontal pockets better than string flossing and...
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NUTS ABOUT PEANUTS

Peanuts are the most frequently consumed "nut" in the U.S., even though technically they are not nuts. In some ways, peanuts are even better for you than true nuts. Unlike "tree nuts" (almonds, cashews, pecans, pistachios, walnuts, among others), peanuts grow on the ground and...
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7 Worst Foods for Tooth Enamel Loss

Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in your body, but some foods may be stronger. Soft Drinks Guess what? Sugar isn't the biggest culprit when it comes to a fizzy drink's impact on teeth. These beverages -- diet or not -- strip minerals from tooth...
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The Rundown on Warm-Ups and Cool-Downs

For years coaches and sports medicine experts counseled athletes, professional and weekend types alike, to warm up before exercising and cool down afterwards. Is that good advice--or not? The rationale was that warming up with calisthenics, brisk walking, or other activity helps ease the body...
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Top 10 Foods For A Good Night’s Sleep

The secret to getting a solid 7 to 8 hours? About 90 minutes before you want to nod off, head for the kitchen and make yourself a sleepy-time snack. Keep it light (around 200 calories), so you don't overload your digestive system. And include...
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Teeth-Cleaning Tips for a Bright Smile

  The last few weeks -- or even days -- before starting a diet can be a perilous time for your teeth, thanks to "last chance syndrome." You know: "Hey, it's my last chance to indulge before my diet, so why not go for it...
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Are Your Teeth Wearing Away?

Dental Erosion: 7 Tips for Your Teeth You probably take steps to prevent cavities by brushing and flossing your teeth. Even so, you're still at risk for dental erosion. This growing and underappreciated problem of dental erosion now affects as many as one in five Americans,...
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Omega-3 Rich Fish

Omega-3 fatty acids lower your risk of heart disease mainly by lowering triglycerides and countering inflammation. You can find these fats in a variety of sources, including spinach, mustard greens, wheat germ, walnuts, flaxseed (and flaxseed oil), soybean and canola oil, and even pumpkin seeds....
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5 Self-Esteem Boosters for Kids

An occasional bout of self-doubt is to be expected, and even has an upside -- it keeps a child from thinking she's invincible. But too much doubt leads to low self-esteem. To help your child strike the right balance, give her plenty of opportunities to...
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