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Flossing and Fish Oil: The Keys to a Great Smile

We have all heard about the importance of flossing to maintain healthy gums and teeth. But, as it turns out, omega-3 fish oil may also hold a key to preserving that great smile.

A newly released study from the Department of Oral Medicine and Periodontology in Egypt studied the impact of omega-3 and aspirin on chronic periodontitis, a gum disease that affects many adults in the United States every year.

Tips for Travelers: Eating Well on the Road

Even for the toughest of health nuts, it can be tricky to stay wedded to good eating habits during summer travels. Especially when the food choices are dictated by hotel personnel, conference organizers, and airport fast food menus.

Rethinking calories

To start solving the obesity epidemic, we have to ask the right questions: not only how many calories, but what’s in those calories?