by Christopher Vedeler — In the West, we know the kidneys are sophisticated filters that remove toxins from the blood. They also play a key role in balancing water and electrolytes in the body. In Chinese medicine, the kidneys represent the deepest level of our physical being and are also critical to water metabolism. Water […]
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Health updates
October 11, 2012
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The following is new information regarding hair analysis and diet problems, and evidence linking toxic food containers to breast cancer risks in the womb. Your hair reflects your diet Researchers at Brigham Young University have discovered that eating disorders can be detected by analyzing hair samples. Scientists were able to pinpoint the problem in 80 […]
Periodontal disease: a silent killer
October 3, 2012
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by Dr. Nick Meyer — Periodontal disease is a chronic progressive disease that impacts our health at many levels. The most visible effects are cardiovascular disease, stroke, diabetes and pre-term, low-birth-weight babies. A very sensitive test that is extremely accurate and moderately priced can detect this silent killer. It is called TOPAS, or toxic oral […]
Flossing sets your creative mind free
September 21, 2012
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by Lois Mueller — Flossing seems to be too much trouble for many people. What might make it more worthwhile is understanding that flossing actually helps us think in a more expanded, creative, dynamic way while improving our overall health and well-being. The act of flossing one’s teeth stimulates both the right and left brain […]
The mysteries of TMJ and what to do about it
September 21, 2012
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by Becky Coffield — Mention TMJ and almost everyone either knows someone who has the disorder, or they have it themselves. Despite the millions of people who suffer from TMJD (temporomandibular jaw disorder), there really is only educated speculation as to its causes. Even less is known about its cure. The temporomandibular joints are small, […]
Magnesium chloride: The best kept secret in modern medicine
September 17, 2012
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by Mark A. Sircus — Besides magnesium chloride, sodium bicarbonate and iodine can be used to treat cancer. Deep within the heart of Western medicine are wisdom and power that often seem deliberately stymied by medical authorities and the pharmaceutical companies that stand behind them. Magnesium chloride in emergency rooms Inside emergency rooms and intensive […]
Dental biofilms
September 17, 2012
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by Dr. Nicholas Meyer — Dental biofilm is probably the most prevalent and observable biofilm most people will encounter on a regular basis. You remember being admonished to brush your teeth to remove the plaque. Plaque is a sticky, gooey film that forms on the teeth through no effort on your part; it actually is […]
Acupuncture meets dentistry
September 7, 2012
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by Dr. T. Aristotle Economou — Our bodies contain a system of bio-energetic pathways called meridians, which act as conductors and are mapped throughout the entire body. A variety of applications and techniques are used to stimulate these pathways, such as lasers or needles (acupuncture). Historians agree that the science of acupuncture (meridian therapy) is […]
FDA admits mercury fillings may be unsafe
September 7, 2012
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In a dramatic reversal, the FDA has modified its long-standing assertion that mercury in dental fillings is completely harmless. This comes in the wake of a class-action lawsuit settlement in June 2008. Amalgam fillings have a silver color and are about 50 percent mercury. They release toxic mercury vapors into the mouth which are absorbed […]
Childhood snoring
September 7, 2012
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by Dr. Nicholas Meyer — Snoring is a mild sleep-breathing disorder, but it can be a harbinger of a more severe condition known as sleep apnea. The continuum for these conditions ranges from snoring on one end of the scale to sleep apnea to the other. One of the more common conditions we have seen […]
Anti-aging dentistry
September 5, 2012
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by Dr. Nicholas Meyer — All metals, by definition, conduct electrons, even the ones in your teeth. In a biological system this can be a problem. Our bodies run on current. It is a low level current, but a current nonetheless. The current of electrons can be measured from fillings and crowns with a moderately […]
Bulimia’s devastating effects on teeth
September 3, 2012
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by Dr. Nicholas Meyer — An often hidden condition, bulimia can have very devastating effects on one’s teeth. The regurgitation of food carries with it a significant amount of stomach acids. Over time, these acids dissolve the surfaces of the teeth in such a slow manner that it is almost imperceptible. One day, however, a […]
That Miraculous Jaw! (TMJ)
August 30, 2012
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by Dr. T. Aristotle Economou — The correct medical term for the acronym TMJ is the temporomandibular joint. This miraculous joint connects your lower jaw (mandible) to your skull, which is separated by a small, fibrous disc called a meniscus. The meniscus absorbs the vibration from movement and impact of your jaw. Repetitive teeth grinding […]
November 14, 2012
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