If youre a fan of sprays, mints and mouthwashes to freshen your breathyou might be surprised to know that green tea works even better! Bad breath is caused when bacteria in your mouth break down proteins to form sulfur compounds. Breath fresheners are used to either eliminate the odor of these compounds or stop them
Individuals who take multivitamins and dietary supplements for health and well-being may be heartened by recent news announced at the American Thoracic Societys 2011 International Conference in Denver, Colo. Researchers from Beijings Gunaganmen Hospital stated that a traditional herbal medicine called Xiao Chuan (XCP) appears to support healthy lungs, even when breathing is affected by
If youre a dieter prone to carb cravings that just wont quitheres some GREAT news for you. A recent study found that whole grains just might help you fight fat! Researchers at Pennsylvania State University said study participants who followed a weight loss program which included whole grain breads, cereals and other foods lost more
Having trouble getting to sleep at night? Try setting a specific bedtime and wake time. If not, your internal clock may be thrown out of whackand you might not know when you should go to bed. Make sure your bedroom is dark enough to get ample sleep, and try waking to bright lights or sunlight.
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, You probably know obesity is becoming an epidemic in the United Statesand in other countries that adopt Western eating habits. But you might be surprised to learn what British researchers discovered about a new health threat associated with being overweight Find out what it isand what you can do to protect yourself
There are more than 100 million Americans suffering from occasional heartburn. And most of you are trying to find relief by using antacids or over-the-counter digestion drugs. But this could be the root cause of your symptoms. If you suffer from: Heartburn Indigestion Bloating Upset stomach Embarrassing gas Diarrhea or constipation then you need a
Simply adding carrots to your diet can help your eyes stay clear and focused. The bright orange veggie provides plenty of beta-carotene to help your body use vitamin A. This vitamin helps with cell maintenance, inflammation and infection. Try adding carrots to your salad, sandwich or stir fry. Not only will it provide health benefits,
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, The FDA has great news for folks troubled by acid reflux disease or painful ulcers. According to a recent ruling, you neednt worry about suffering heart problems from long-term use of 2 popular heartburn drugs talk about temporary suspension of disbelief! You can find out how they reached this conclusion in todays
Stress can take a toll on both your mental and physical health&emdasy;and can even cause tummy troubles. To help with an upset stomach, bloating or irritable bowel symptoms, Anne Nedrow, M.D., recommends the use of a hot water bottle to ease abdominal pain. Adding fiber-rich foods to your diet like almonds, soy nuts and artichokes
According to the American Academy of OtolaryngologyHead and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF), more than 12 million folks visit the doctor for troubles associated with ear wax buildup. And the foundation has issued some guidelines of the best and worst ways to deal with the problem. Ear wax is a protective mixture of secretions from your