Root canals, Dental toxins, and Cancer
Michael Gerber, MD, NMD, another physician, reported in the current issue of the Townsend Letter, his recommendations to his fellow physicians to connect root canals, chronic apical periodontitis, and dental…
Beyond Cholesterol: A Healthy Heart
There was a great summary article in the recent Townsend Letter (a copy is in my reception room for patients to read) on the often neglected heart disease risk markers…
Gum Disease: Fake News
Recently I picked up a common Gum Disease brochure for patients and was surprised to see it still contained the old fake news that had been spread for years. Using…
The Stealth Killer book
This new book describes a new theory on how gum disease bacteria may cause heart disease. “The Stealth Killer” by William D. Nordquist, BS, DMD, MS uncovers the missing link…
Vitamin C boosts Heart Health
Oral doses of Vitamin C greater than 500 milligrams per day may boost the health of the endothelium – the thin layer of cells lining the blood vessels – and…
Healthy Fats: Fresh Coconut and Coconut Oil
Fresh coconut and coconut oil are examples of healing fats that have been around for thousands of years. In the tropics, they are used for food, healing and skin protection….
Fatal Heart Disease in People consuming Excess Sugar
Americans consume too much sugar, and our collective sweet tooth is killing us. The February 3, 2014 issue of the JAMA Internal Medicine reported on the largest study of its…
The Great Cholesterol Myth Exposed
We have a great new health book at the office to help inform patients how to lower their cholesterol safely and expose the dietary cholesterol association to heart disease myth….
Triclosan in Toothpaste Impairs Muscle Function
Results of a recent study show triclosan – an antibacterial chemical commonly used in personal care products such as Colgate toothpaste, handsoaps, and personal care products – hinders muscle contractions…
Mercury, Oils from fish at odds in Heart Health
Reuters Health, in New York, reported recently on a new study from the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition that emphasizes the benefits of Omega-3 fish oils when studying the link…