HOLISTIC APPROACH TO FIGHT GUM DISEASE & CAVITIES

The teeth are a direct reflection of your whole body wellness, and if you consume a healthy diet, then your teeth and gums will be healthy too. There are certain foods that can be thought of as a double-edged sword, in terms of keeping your body healthy and cleaning your teeth at the same time, and people need a more clear understanding of these items for better oral care.



Most Americans consume a diet that is highly acidic, inflammatory, high in sugar, and pretty much a toxic nightmare. Eating this way causes the blood to become acidic, and when that happens, the body pulls minerals from anywhere it can to correct the pH, but this leaves fewer minerals for bones and teeth.

The average American is significantly inflamed throughout the body, typically because people eat too much sugar. However, certain fats are also inflammatory by nature and the American diet is full of inflammatory fats, which makes matters worse.

Below is a complete and holistic approach to gum disease and cavities and most other mouth ailments as well. Holistic is the key, because for the mouth to heal, the body has to be in good overall health. For the body to heal, the gut has to be balanced and healthy too.

Foods to Avoid For Good Oral Health

Certain foods are a mess for our teeth and gums, and unfortunately many of the common foods most Americans eat today, are types that help destroy our smiles such as:

Refined Foods
Sugar
Acidic Foods & Drinks
Processed, Packaged Foods
If you eat sweets, find types that clear out of your mouth quickly. That means stay away from lollipops, caramels, and cough drops that contain refined sugar. The good news is some studies have shown that chocolate, especially raw cacao is not as bad as other sugary treats. If you are going to consume sugary foods, do it with your meals. Your mouth produces more saliva during meals, and this helps to reduce the effect of acid production and also helps rinse pieces of food from the mouth.

Beyond sugary treats, you should give up carbonated soft drinks, as they are the leading source of added sugar among kids and teens. Besides being loaded with sugar, most soft drinks contain phosphoric and citric acids that wear away tooth enamel.

If you eat a lot of starchy foods that can get stuck in your teeth like soft breads and potato chips for instance, you need to be sure to be brushing and flossing more.

Watch for substances that dry out your mouth such as alcohol and many medicines. If medications are the cause, consider talking to your health care provider about getting a fluoride rinse, or a fluoride gel for brushing your teeth

Limit between-meal snacks. If you crave a snack, choose something nutritious and good for the teeth such as nuts & seeds. Sesame seeds are especially good at reducing plaque and at helping build tooth enamel. They are also very high in calcium.

Drinking more water can help prevent tooth decay, because water cleans the mouth and helps produce saliva that deposits essential minerals into the teeth. It keeps gums hydrated and washes away particles. Also, get into a routine where you brush your teeth twice and floss once a day.

Natural Tips That Provide Excellent Oral Health

To promote oral health, we need to be eating more whole, raw produce such as vegetables & fruit, however there are other foods that heal. Below you will find the list of “Good Guys” in for fighting tooth decay.

Fiber-Rich Fruits & Vegetables

Foods with fiber stimulate saliva flow, which is a natural defense against cavities. Not only does saliva wash away food particles and clean your mouth, about 20 minutes after you eat something, saliva begins to neutralize the acids attacking your teeth. Opt for crisp fruits and vegetables like apples, carrots, celery, brown rice, quinoa, and legumes.

Dairy Products

The calcium, phosphates and vitamin D in cheese, milk, plain Greek yogurt, kefir and other dairy products are important minerals for the health of your teeth. The teeth are made mostly of calcium, and without enough in your diet, you risk developing tooth decay and other issues. An added benefit is that the calcium in these foods mixes with plaque and sticks to teeth, protecting them from acids that cause decay, while also helping to rebuild tooth enamel. You can get plenty of calcium from foods like Oranges, collard greens, Broccoli, kale, Edamame, Bok Choy, Figs, Sardines, Salmon, Okra, Tofu & almonds.



Green & Black Teas

Tea contains compounds like antioxidants that interact with plaque and either kill or suppress bacteria, which prevents them from producing tooth-destroying acid. This not only helps to prevent cavities, but also reduces inflammation and the chances of gum disease.

Sugarless Chewing Gum

Chewing sugar-free gum after meals and snacks can help remove harmful acid off your teeth. Sugarless gum containing xylitol has been shown to have decay-preventive qualities, as research indicates that xylitol helps inhibit the growth of oral bacteria that causes cavities.

Eat For A Healthy Gut

It is extremely difficult to have good oral health and poor gut health. Anyone with serious mouth problems should consider a detoxification protocol that repairs the gut, kills Candida and other parasites, and balances the gut microbes. Good health starts in the gut, and so does bad health.

Start with learning and consuming more prebiotic & probiotic power foods. A food that is prebiotic contains mostly fiber, that gut bacteria feed on, which produces fermentation by-products that benefit our health. Here are some of the most potent prebiotic foods:

Almonds
Asparagus
Bananas
Burdock root
Cereal grains (whole wheat, barley, rye)
Chicory root
Endive
Garlic
Greens (especially dandelion greens)
Jerusalem artichoke
Jicama
Kiwi
Leeks
Legumes
Mushrooms
Oats
Onions
Probiotic Power Foods are prepared by putting them in a slow cooker or a mason jar or otherwise letting the bacteria ferment the food naturally. Common bacteria, like lactobacilli, break down the sugars into acids, preserving the food and imparting a salty, tangy flavor. Fermented foods can provide fiber for our gut bacteria as well as more GOOD bacteria. Here are some of the most potent probiotic foods:

Fermented vegetables (kimchi, sauerkraut, carrots, green beans, beets, lacto-fermented pickles, traditional cured Greek olives)
Fermented soybeans (miso, natto, tempeh)
Cultured dairy products (buttermilk, yogurt, kefir, cheese)
Cultured nondairy products (yogurts and kefirs made from organic soy, coconut, etc.)
Fermented grains and beans (lacto-fermented lentils, chickpea, miso, etc.)
Fermented beverages (kefirs and kombuchas)
Fermented condiments (raw apple cider vinegar)
Oil Pulling

Oil pulling has been around for a long time and involves swishing coconut oil around in your mouth for 15-20 minutes. Traditionally, sesame oil was used, but these days, coconut oil is recommended. To increase the potency, you can also use essential oils, such as peppermint, cinnamon, or clove with your coconut oil. Tea tree oil and oil of oregano are two good options, but they can get really intense.

Start off with just a small amount
Swish the oil around in your mouth (like you would with mouthwash) for 15 to 20 minutes.
Don't swish hard, or your cheeks will get sore very quickly.
When your time is up, spit it out, do not swallow it.
Other Tips For Oral Health

Floss Correctly Every Day

Most people do not floss correctly, if at all. Flossing is imperative for anyone with gingivitis because the sides of the teeth need to be cleaned so food debris doesn't feed the bacteria.

Ditch Toxic Toothpaste & Mouthwash

There are some "healthy" toothpastes out there, but make sure they do not contain any of the following ingredients like: Sodium laurel sulfate (SLS), triclosan, any artificial colors or flavors, hydrated silica or alcohol.

You can also make your own toothpaste by following this simple recipe:

Equal parts of coconut oil & baking soda
Add essential oil like cinnamon or mint to taste
Add stevia (if desired) to taste
For 6 tablespoons of oil to 6 tablespoons of baking soda, add 10-15 drops of essential oil. Try peppermint, eucalyptus, cinnamon, clove, lemon, orange, rosemary or any others or any combination that sounds good to you. These essential oils provide more than taste, they also add other health benefits, so experiment with combinations.

Stop or Reduce Smoking

Smoking anything like tobacco or marijuana can be very harmful to the mouth. So is vaporizing, but not as much so. If you have gum disease, but you continue to smoke regularly, the best you can hope for with this regimen is for things to stay the same and not get worse. Those who do this and continue to smoke, may notice that their mouth does not getting any worse, generally symptoms will improve, but their mouths may not completely heal.

Top 10 Amazing Health Benefits of Plantains

Plantains belong to the same family as bananas but they have to be cooked to be eaten. Plantains are delicious and can be found in many places in the world. Here are a few health benefits of plantains:

1,Plantains are very reliable sources of starch and energy.

2, Plantains contain a high amount of dietary fibre which helps ensure healthy bowels and reduces constipation.

3, Plantains have more vitamin C than bananas. Consumption of foods rich in vitamin-C helps the body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful oxygen-free radicals.

4, Plantains have more vitamin A than bananas. In addition to being a powerful antioxidant, vitamin A plays a vital role in the visual cycle, maintaining healthy mucus membranes, and enhancing skin complexion.

5, As in bananas, they too are rich sources of B-complex vitamins, particularly high in vitamin-B6 (pyridoxine). Pyridoxine is an important B-complex vitamin that has a beneficial role in the treatment of neuritis, anemia, and to decrease homocystine (one of the causative factors for coronary artery disease (CHD) and stroke episodes) levels in the body.

6,Plantains also contain folates, niacin, riboflavin and thiamin. Folates (folic acid) are essential for healthy pregnancy.

7, Plantains also provide adequate levels of minerals such as iron, magnesium, and phosphorous. Magnesium is essential for bone strengthening and has a cardiac-protective role as well.

8, Plantains have more potassium than bananas. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps control heart rate and blood pressure, countering negative effects of sodium.

9, Plantains are famed to be diuretic and can help prevent kidney and bladder problems.

10, Plantains ease the discomfort associated with the menstrual period.

Sir. Olateru-Olagbegi II, KBE.

On March 29, 1941, at 04:00pm, Olateru was crowned Olowo of Owo by his honor, the Chief Commissioner, Western Provinces, G.G. Shute, on the grounds of the Owo Government School in the presence of a large crowd of onlookers. Thousands of people witnessed the occasion, including representatives from the other traditional rulers in Yorubaland and various organizations in Owo and environ.

Oba Olateru was born in 1910, three years before his father, Olagbegi I, ascended the throne. He had his elementary education at Owo Government School and during his school days, he was a keen and polite student, an avid athlete, who at every annual prize giving day received prizes for sportsmanship. He carried this habit of sportsmanship with him into his adulthood. He was an avid lawn tennis player and he won many trophies during his time. Even when he became Olowo, Olateru continued to carry on one of the sports that were the darling of the British officials, lawn tennis.

On leaving school, he became a schoolteacher but he later joined the Owo Native Administration as a treasury clerk. He worked at Owo as a tax collector but later, transferred to Ute and while there, he won the contest for Olowo.

Oba Olateru Olagbegi made provisions for more elementary schools and following his accession, the number of elementary schools increased from four (4) to twelve (12). The school population increased from one thousand, three hundred and thirty (1,330) in 1941 to three thousand, five hundred and sixty three (3,561) in 1950.

The Anglican Mission, a Christian denomination, had built Sts. John and Mary, two teacher training Colleges and post primary institutions for men and women and St. Catherine’s Grammar School for girls. The Roman Catholic Mission established St. Louis Girls Grammar School and St. Louis Hospital. Another Christian mission had built the New Church Grammar School.

The Methodist mission, one of the first Christian missions to establish a school in Owo, also joined the race for school construction at the post primary level by building the Methodist Grammar School, and later, Mr. Ajasin established Owo High School. Also established during Olowo Olateru Olagbegi’s tenure are Irekari Grammar School, Idoani and Ekamarun Grammar School, Ifon. Many secondary modern schools were established during his time. The West regional Government established the Owo Trade Center and the Farm Center. The people of Owo kingdom ascribes these educational opportunities to the wisdom and foresight of Oba Olateru Olagbegi, some says that great was the day and fortunate was Owo and her people when Olateru Olagbegi became the ruler of Owo kingdom.

The new king rebuilt the palace with an impressive facade, made improvements in areas of the palace which had become dilapidated and created modern amenities and conveniences in the place while preserving some of the old buildings with their traditions. There are still in the palace multiple compounds, Ughas (courtyards), both ancient and modern. It appears that many Owo people followed his example by erecting modern buildings.

During the time of Olowo Olagbegi II, there were newly laid streets throughout his domain with the main market, Ulede, having improved and modern stalls, (but no toilets, as the public toilets that were built by the colonial authorities were unhygienic and constituted a health hazard), as well as a motor park. Buildings of modern types were erected for the council offices and he was instrumental in the building of the Owo Town Hall, a small replica of the Mapo Hall, Ibadan at the Ugbo-Ogwata near Okiti Asegbo. Other amenities like the Owo Town Hall, Cooperative Assembly Hall, the National and Standard Banks, the supply of pipe borne water, electric lighting in the streets, a new imposing central mosque and a Muslim Grammar School, all coming into being during the time he was Olowo.

Immediately following Olateru’s enthronement, he brought forward the proposal for the establishment of a secondary school in Owo. The people of Owo had longed for this type of educational institution for a considerably long time. It is said that he believed that education, beyond the elementary level, would bring progress to the town and provide enlightenment to the people. In 1946, after some efforts on the part of the new king and his Edibo chiefs, the idea of building a secondary school became a reality when the premier secondary school in Owo, Imade College, named after Imade, the founder of the town was established. Imade College stands as a monument to the self-determination of Owo people and co-operation between the king, Olateru Olagbegi, and the people of Owo.

Before the establishment of the school, it became a problem to get suitable personnel among the citizens of Owo, with the requisite qualification and training, to staff the administration of the school as there was then no individual with the required qualifications among Owo citizens with the capacity to head the new secondary school as the qualification of a Bachelor’s degree and training in post-primary educational theory and practice were required by the British administration for the headship of a secondary school in Nigeria.

Olateru strove strenuously to realize the goal of training up an Owo citizen to attain the requisite qualification. He suggested that a ‘son of the soil’ be sponsored by the Owo community for further studies at the University overseas. As a result, after consultation with some old students of St. Andrews College, Oyo, Mr. Michael Adekunle Ajasin was selected to go to Fourah- Bay College, Freetown, Sierra Leone, and (now the University of Sierra Leone).Mr. Ajasin obtained a Bachelor’s degree in history from Sierra Leone and a diploma in Education from the University of Durham, England. He returned home to head Imade College, Owo. Following his return to Nigeria, Ajasin became the principal of the school.

Following Olateru’s ascent on the throne of Owo, progress and development became the norm in the kingdom and that there had not been any time in Owo history when she had seen so much advancement and progress in education, town planning, health, religion, agriculture and administrative reforms. But we have to remember also that there had not been any such time in Owo history and in Yorubaland as a whole. Olateru was fortunate to rule at a time of great progress in Nigeria, especially in the Western Region. But a critical assessment of the period reveals that it was also a turbulent and sad era.

Although the era witnessed, at the outset, an unprecedented advancement in education and enlightenment and an economic boom derived from cocoa production and sale, and general prosperity, Owo people also continued in the path of their frontier-like culture of political turbulence, instability and unpredictability. As soon as he ascended the throne, the new king resuscitated the Owo Inner Council which then became, as in the past, the executive council of the land.

In 1944, in consultation with this Council, he mulled the idea of creating the twenty four new chieftaincy titles, called Aragbagbaiye. In 1957, these citizens, chosen by the people, became members of the Inner Council but with a proviso that the titles would not be hereditary. The Aragbagbaiyes: for Igboroko- (1) Aladenika-Olusemola; (2) Adetula-Olufisan; (3) Justus Okoro; (4) Giwa Amadu-Egbewa; for Iloro- (1) Samuel Adeloye- Aboluwodi; for Ehin-Ogbe- (1) Jombo-Olanunma; (2) Badejo Oloka-Olora; for Isaipen: (1) Olanipekun Oyegun; (2) Jacob Dapo Aisida; for Ijebu: (1) Babatunde Ogunbodede- Ashara.

Later, in 1947, the Owo Town Council, with elected members who were the representatives of the people with fifty per cent of the council members being non traditional chiefs, both men and women, came into being. The Olowo exercised authority and ruled with his Inner Council. Under the guidance of the District Officers E. N. C. Dickinson, J. F. Hayley and W. K. D. Macray and with the cooperation of Chief (then Mr.) M. A. Ajasin, a re-organized District Council came into effect. The Council began to work to democratize according to the provisions of the Richards Constitution which came into effect in 1946.

Administrative Committees were formed and members were appointed and placed in charge of the different departments of the council. It was still the traditional order but with a facade of progress.

May God continue to bless Owo Kingdom with good leaders of purpose and may the soul of the departed leaders rest in peace. Ase.

Primary Causes Of Breast Cancer You’ll Want To Know

Today, it is very important to know how to maintain a strategic distance from cancer. The thing you’re about to read is worth sharing! It is an everyday standard for a great many people to put on a deodorant without much thinking to it.

Yet here’s the reason you ought to: in the event that you utilize one containing aluminum, you could be expanding your danger of breast cancer. Antiperspirants work by clogging, shutting, or obstructing the pores that discharge sweat under your arms — with the dynamic fixing being aluminum.

Not only does this square one of your body’s courses for detoxification (discharging poisons through your underarm sweat), yet it raises worries about where these metals are going once you move them (or splash them) on.

What’s more what late studies have demonstrated is a connection between breast cancer and consistent utilization of deodorants. The danger builds considerably more if the deodorant is utilized instantly in the wake of shaving.

Before there was a conviction that the deodorant is much more secure than the antiperspirant.

As of late, a couple of studies have affirmed the relationship of parabens, with breast cancer. The parabens are contained in numerous deodorants. A straightforward case, is the post-mortem examination of a lady dying from breast cancer, in which high measure of parabens were found in her breast tissue.

How Can Bras Cause Breast Cancer?

Wearing a tight-fitting bra can cut off lymph seepage, which may help the advancement of breast cancer on the grounds that your body will be less ready to discharge all the poisons you’re presented to once a day. Aluminum from deodorants is one conceivably risky wellspring of poisons that can collect if your lymph waste is debilitated.

A couple of robust studies on bra wearing and breast tumor, but a standout amongst the most convincing, was finished by therapeutic anthropologists Sydney Singer and Soma Grismaijer — creators of Dressed to Kill: The Link Between Breast Cancer and Bras. The investigation of in excess of 4,000 ladies found that ladies who don’t wear bras have a much lower danger of breast cancer:

Their discoveries included:

Ladies who wore their bras 24 hours every day had a 3 out of 4 shot of creating breast cancer

Ladies who wore bras more than 12 hour every day, except not when going to sleep, had a 1 out of 7 danger

Ladies who wore their bras short of what 12 hours every day had a 1 out of 52 danger

Ladies who wore bras seldom or never had a 1 out of 168 shot of getting breast cancer

Ladies who wore their bras 24 hours a day with the individuals who did not wear bras whatsoever, when thought about, had a 125-fold distinction in danger. In light of the consequences of this study, the connection in the middle of bras and breast cancer is around three times more prominent than the connection between cigarette smoking and cancer.

Despite the fact that this study did not control for other danger variables, which could have skewed their results, different studies have discovered comparable convincing connections.

Case in point, a gathering of Japanese analysts found that wearing a support or bra can bring down your levels of melatonin by 60 percent. The hormone melatonin is personally included with the regulation of your sleep cycles, and various studies have demonstrated that melatonin has anti-cancer activities.

Source: organichealth.co

Why You Should Eat Bananas More

Bananas may have high calorie content but they are very rich in several other nutrients like potassium, dietary fiber, manganese and vitamins B6 and C. The American Academy of Pediatrics confirmed it is safe and pure enough for baby’s first solid food.

Bananas are a terrific, heart-healthy food when included in a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol. Bananas can be eaten in various ways which makes it more beautiful. However, if you think bananas are for monkeys alone, then these 6 reasons below will make you consume more bananas!

1. Fight depression: Bananas contain a high level of tryptophan, which is converted into serotonin – the happy-mood brain neurotransmitter. Translation: if you’re feeling a little blue, have a banana for an instant lift of spirits.

2. Energy-giving: If you’re having a slow day at work, bananas are the perfect snack as it packs an energy punch while sustaining the blood sugar level.

3. Reduces chances of stroke: Bananas are rich in potassium which helps lower blood pressure reducing the chances of a stroke or heart attack.

4. Aids digestions: Bananas also stimulate the growth of friendly bacteria in the bowel while also producing digestive enzymes to assist in absorbing nutrients. In addition, they’re great for constipation and ulcers.

5. Makes you smarter: Yes, you read that right. Bananas are rich in potassium which makes one more alert and also is good for the brain.

6. Increases Libido: Bananas contain some food elements that help in sexual urges and stronger erections.

5 UNBELIEVABLE Health Benefits Of African Cherry (Agbalumo,)

The exotic fruit which has a chewable edible skin that ranges in color from green to
orange, depending on the stage of ripeness. The tender, sweet inner flesh is off-
white with seeds making the inner to look like a star-shaped fruit. This obviously
shows where it got the nickname ‘star apple’. purple and white and has a star
shape formed by seeds through the middle of the fruit. The beautiful fruit can be
gotten mostly everywhere in Nigeria towards the end of November till later in March
when it would have gone out of season.
According to NurseRita, here are a few out of the countless benefits of African
Cherry:
Vitamins and Minerals
Star apples serve as a good source of calcium, with each serving providing you
with 10 percent of the amount you require each day. The calcium lends strength to
your bones and teeth, and it may also lessen symptoms of premenstrual syndrome,
such as cramping and abdominal bloating. This fruit also contains 5 percent of the
daily recommended value per serving of vitamin C and vitamin A. Additionally, one
serving of star apples serves up 2 percent of the iron, a mineral vital for
oxygenating your body, that you need every day.
Helps Diabetic conditions
Star apples may have particular benefits for diabetics. Research published in the
September 2009 edition of the “African Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology”
indicates that the leaves of this fruit may reduce glucose levels in diabetic rabbits,
the same function that insulin serves. Take note, however, that consuming star
apple leaves appears to have a toxic affect when eaten in large quantities. More
research is needed to determine the effectiveness of star apple leaves to control
diabetes in humans.
Medicinal Uses
The star apple is a folk remedy in several countries, although no research exists to
confirm these uses. The seeds of this fruit may be useful to reduce fevers and treat
diarrhea. Some people also eat this fruit to reduce the inflammation associated
with laryngitis and pneumonia. Other uses, including treatment for hypertension,
tooth abscesses, heart problems, intestinal issues and cancer exist, but do not eat
star apple for any medical condition without first consulting your physician.
Helps You Lose Weight
Eating a serving of star apple contributes 3 g of fiber to the recommended daily
intake of 25 to 38 g. Fiber provides bulk to your diet, a factor that can make your
stomach feel fuller for longer. This can keep you from eating too much, and it may
help you lose weight. This nutrient can also help protect you from diabetes and
some forms of cancer.
All-Round Basic Nutrition
1-cup serving of fresh star apple contains 67 calories. Eating star apple as a snack
is a good choice as the calories are low and it provides no fat; however, this may
not be enough calories to ease hunger pains and boost energy levels, as between-
meal snack are meant to do. The Diet Channel notes that 100 to 200 calories per
snack is best; consider eating an oz. of cheese or a tsp. of peanut butter to boost
the number of calories into this range. One serving of star apple also has 15 g of
carbohydrates, or 11.5 percent of the 130 g suggested for daily consumption by the
Institute of Medicine.

8 HEALTH REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD EAT WATERMELON DAILY

There are several health benefits of Watermelon but I will start with "Protection of Cancer" as number one.

1. Watermelon contains some substances that gives the body protection against Cancer. It is antioxidants and has flavonoids which helps in protecting the body from Caners like, breast, colon, and so many others.

2. The vitamins present in Watermelon treats infections in the body. It also helps in treating joint inflammation.

3. Important element like Potassium and Manganese works on blood pressure regulation. As well, the antioxidants present in Watermelon helps maintain the blood vessels against sclerosis.

4. Watermelon removes salt accumulation from the body and also reduce the concentration of Uric acid in the blood thereby reducing the risk of having kidney stone due to presence of Potassium.

5. Another importance of Watermelon is it cures heart problems. As stated, Watermelon contain abundant potassium which is needed to cure heart diseases. It keeps your heart healthy.

6. Watermelon reduces the high effect of Ultra Violent ray, UV, the presence of a pigment called Lycopene in Watermelon protect the body against Ultra Violent rays.

7. Most important too, it gives the brain refreshment. Watermelon increases brain power as it contains good amount of Vitamin B6 and water which is most important to the brain

8. Finally, it is anti-ageing. It makes your body, skin, hair and parts of your body look young and fresh.