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Keeping your mouth healthy may help keep your heart and brain healthy too, according to new research. In a study published Wednesday in Neurology Open Access, researchers found adults with gum disease may be more likely to have signs of damage to the brain’s white matter than people without gum disease. “Gum disease is associated with a higher chance of …

Neolithic people seem to have enjoyed chewing gum just as much as a bored kid in calculus. Their discarded wads are even revealing surprising details on human life as far back as 6,000 years ago. Tar brewed from the bark of a birch tree is the world’s oldest-known synthetic material. Neolithic communities in the European Alps used this malleable, tacky …

There’s something rather special about the Mediterranean diet: already associated with a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, early death, poor mental health, and more besides, a new study links the diet to better gum health too. The study, carried out by researchers from King’s College London and the University of Catania in Italy, involved 195 participants with an average age …

A natural compound called morin, found in fruits, teas, and nuts, is showing promise as a new tool in the fight against gum disease. Researchers in Brazil encapsulated this substance in a controlled-release powder that mimics powdered milk, with the aim of creating oral care products that work without the side effects often seen in traditional treatments. Credit: Stock Morin-based …

Gum disease and the Mediterranean diet are connected to inflammation. Here’s how  AOL.com Mediterranean diet lowers gum inflammation linked to disease risk, study finds  CNN Want healthier gums? Eating this way could help, says new study  New Atlas Link found between Mediterranean diet and gum health  The Independent Mediterranean Diet Adherence Linked to Better Periodontal Health in UK Study  Medscape Source link

Gum disease and the Mediterranean diet are connected to inflammation. Here’s how  WJCL Mediterranean diet lowers gum inflammation linked to disease risk, study finds  CNN Want healthier gums? Eating this way could help, says new study  New Atlas Link found between Mediterranean diet and gum health  The Independent The surprising health benefit of a Mediterranean diet besides weight loss  The Independent Source link

ATLANTA — Following the Mediterranean diet reduces your risk of gum disease, which reduces your risk for inflammation that leads to chronic disease and dementia, a new study found. While that may seem like an odd combination, it actually makes scientific sense, said Dr. Andrew Freeman, director of cardiovascular prevention and wellness at National Jewish Health in Denver. “We’ve known …

Research has long pointed to a link between poor gum health and a higher risk of cardiovascular disease — and now, a new trial suggests that treating severe gum disease may reduce the narrowing of a major artery over time in otherwise healthy people. Likely by reducing inflammation, this routine oral hygiene procedure may be an unsung way of minimizing …

Roughly one-third of adults in the United States regularly floss, which is not good news for your teeth, gums or dental bill. A proper dental routine, which includes brushing and flossing, can help keep dental issues like gum disease away. “Most people don’t realize that gum disease is an infection of the tissues that support our teeth, and it’s caused …

​From rosemary water to chewing gum: 5 surprising ways to sharpen brain and boost memory​  Times of India 5 Easy Ways To Improve Your Memory (That Aren’t Brain Games)  MindBodyGreen This tasty seasoning can boost memory, fight anxiety and even help prevent dementia  New York Post The Best Memory Supplements To Sharpen Recall and Reduce Dementia Risk  Woman’s World Source link