Is There a Toxic Chemical in Your Toothpaste?
Canada’s initiative to identify and test 200 high-priority chemicals for impacts on human and environmental health over the next 5 years has found another chemical that poses a risk for humans and the...
View ArticleDo Dental X-Rays Cause Brain Tumors?
Can routine dental x-rays cause brain tumors? According to a new study, frequent exposure to ionizing radiation found in these diagnostic tools seems to raise the risk for a type of brain tumor known...
View ArticleCoconut Oil Could Help Fight Tooth Decay
Coconut oil is much in the news these days, being used by the natural health community to enhance many aspects of health. Now, scientists have discovered yet another benefit of this valuable food – it...
View ArticleProtect Your Brain Health by… Flossing?
Let’s face it—flossing doesn’t exactly fall on most people’s list of earth-shatteringly exciting activities. But this simple act, along with brushing, is one of the most important things you can do to...
View ArticleCan Dental X-Rays Raise Your Risk of Thyroid Cancer?
Research from recent years indicates the answer may be yes. In a study published in Acta Oncologica, scientists from Brighton and Sussex Medical School in Falmer, U.K. found that patients exposed to...
View ArticleDid the FDA and Colgate Conspire to Bury Health Concerns of Popular Toothpaste?
Triclosan, a chemical in Colgate Total toothpaste, has been linked to cancer, hormonal imbalances and an array of other health maladies. The toothpaste was approved by the Food and Drug Administration...
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