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Healthy teeth don’t just make us look good.  Our teeth and gums are critical for health.  We obviously need our teeth for chewing so that we can break down food in one of the most important steps in the digestive process.  Inadequately chewed food leads to many problems down the line.  But, did you know that the

Popeye may have believed that the main health benefit of spinach was its iron content, but he would not have been able to flex his muscles as well if spinach was not so high in magnesium. That’s right – Popeye knows best. Eat your greens!

Brushing and flossing are a very important part of a regular dental hygiene routine. However, despite brushing, flossing and rinsing, cavities, gingivitis and receding gums are still very common. I experienced bleeding gums (or gingivitis) before and didn't think much of it until a visit to the dentist informed me that gingivitis can turn into periodontal disease! In other words, inflamed gums is nothing to take lightly, but luckily it's pretty easy to treat. Here are 5 herbs you can use to keep your teeth and gums in top shape!

Tooth decay, otherwise known as dental caries, is caused when bacteria grows on our teeth, which can then form holes. Alright, let’s face it -- holes in your teeth can put holes in your pocket when you have to go to the dentist to have them fixed. Well, thank goodness for natural remedies, right? Here are 5 herbs that will help you not only stop tooth decay, but help you save your teeth and your money.