Sneaky snacks: how to pick 'em out of a lineup

Article Abstract:

Research indicates that foods high in starch, sugar or stickiness promote tooth decay. Gelatin, corn chips and peanuts have a cariogenicity rating of .4, indicating that they harm enamel very little. With with ratings of 1.2 and 1.1, respectively, raisins and bananas are highly cariogenic.

Snack foods, Dental caries

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Miles of smiles: keep teeth longer with this hormone

Article Abstract:

Research indicates that taking estrogen reduces the risk of tooth loss in middle-aged women who have taken estrogen for 15 years or more. Researchers speculate that by slowing the progression of osteoporosis, estrogen slows the deterioration of the jaw bone, the foundation for teeth.

Prevention, Osteoporosis, Postmenopausal women, Estrogen, Estrogens, Tooth loss

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Fit to a tea

Article Abstract:

Research has determined that the consumption of green, oolong or black tea is linked to a reduction in the risk of cancer and heart disease. Scientists believe the health benefits derive from flavonoids, which occur naturally in these teas.

Tea (Beverage), Flavonoids, Tea

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