All people need to understand the power of the mouth – brain connection, in which infections and diseases present in the mouth today can be the source of mind-altering conditions in the brain tomorrow.
Gain Weight, Lose Memory
Research completed at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) has determined a link between chronic obesity and cognitive decline, caused by epigenetic changes that affect memory-associated genes. A particular … Read More
Which Diet Is Best For You?
The federal government recently released the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which points out that we need to consume less protein and less sugar, or do we? These guidelines profoundly … Read More
Being Obese Has, Even More, Health Implications Than Initially Presumed
It is no surprise to many of us that obesity has swept our nation, and is quickly emerging in other developed countries across the world. More than two-thirds of the … Read More
Sleep Apnea And Gout
A recent study published in Arthritis and Rheumatology has proven an association between sleep apnea and gout, which is a painful disease affecting one’s joints, specifically the big toe. Gout … Read More
Breast Cancer And Its Link To Postmenopausal Women With Periodontal Disease
Periodontal disease, a disease of the gums that affects many Americans, increases one’s risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Existing research has shown a link between periodontal disease … Read More
Prognostic Tool for Pneumonia
Although many interventions for pneumonia exist, nearly 15% of childhood deaths worldwide occur due to pneumonia. A pneumococcal vaccination helps reduce a child’s chance of developing pneumonia, but this may … Read More
Early Intervention For Sleep Breathing Disorders
According to a study published online by JAMA Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery, patients that suffer from a severe case of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are more likely to … Read More