Oral health plays an important role in shaping our gut microbiome. After all, the mouth is effectively the gateway microbes use to access our gut. Unfortunately, people really aren't aware of how the health of their mouth regulates the gut microbiome. Poor oral hygiene leads to biofilm factories that continually expose our mouth and entire … Continue reading How oral health shapes the gut microbiome
Candida albicans is one of the most common culprits in fungal overgrowth in immuno-compromised humans. Many people believe they have an overgrowth of the opportunistic fungus that typically resides as a commensal yeast in the mouth and take to restrictive diets in the hopes to of eliminating the fungal form. Turns out that may not … Continue reading Eliminate this common exposure to prevent or reduce Candida overgrowth
A recent study published in The Journals of Gernontology Series found an association between poor oral health and frailty in the elderly. The study found that elderly people who had poor status in 3 or more measures of oral frailty(# of natural teeth, chewing ability, tongue pressure, difficulties in eating or swallowing, and articulatory oral … Continue reading Oral health, chronic disease, and longevity