Your Periodontal Health and Candida

Say "Aaaaah..."

According to the American Dental Association, Periodontal disease is caused by plaque, a sticky film that can contribute to tooth decay and gum disease. Plaque contains bacteria that produce harmful toxins. If teeth are not cleaned well, the toxins can irritate and inflame the gums. You can help prevent plaque and periodontal disease by brushing your teeth twice a day and floss daily.

But did you know that there is another way to promote periodontal health on top of just regular brushing and flossing? The use of Probiotics has been proven to significantly improve periodontal health.

The Hidden #Candida Link

Unhealthy gums are seen by easy-bleeding tendencies when you brush or floss. Even if you regularly care for your teeth that way, the presence of a Candida overgrowth in the body may place your periodontal health at risk.

Our oral cavity has mucosal surfaces that maintain the moist environment within. It is believed to be the primary oral reservoirs of Candida species. These species can also coaggregate with bacteria in the subgingival biofilmand adhere to epithelial cells (the cells of the mucosal lining of our mouth). This interactions allow Candida to invade gingival tissues and allow for microbial colonization that contributes to the progression of oral health problems. Candida in our oral mucosa also produce high levels of exoenzymes which adds to the development of Periodontitis - a chronic inflammatory condition of the gums.

#Probiotics to the Rescue

Various clinical research and studies show that probiotics significantly improve the #periodontal health of individuals suffering from gingivitis and periodontitis. This is simply related to the eventual management of Candida overgrowth - the missing link in modern health management. Probiotics had been shown to also help with Halitosis (or Bad Breath). Halitosis is actually caused by volatile sulphur compounds (VSC) produced by bacteria that colonizes the oral cavity, and studies have shown that probiotics help inhibit the production of VSC, which in turn improve the periodontal condition.



Sources:

http://www.wellnessresources.com/studies/candida_and_periodontal_problems/
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3134041/
http://jos.dent.nihon-u.ac.jp/isuue/177.pdf 
 

The NEW DANGER of NSAIDS (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs)

Minor Pain Reliever, MAJOR Side Effects

The most common run-to medication of society today for most minor to moderate aches and pains are the group of medications called NSAIDs or Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs. Over the years, these group of pain killers were used and recommended as the option for managing chronic pain and discomfort, as opposed to putting patients on long-term steroids. 

Part of the package of taking NSAIDS had always been the MAJOR side-effects that accompany the drug family. Many doctors already exercise caution when considering them for the relief of chronic pain because these drugs are also known to increase the risk of ulcers and serious bleeding in the stomach and gastrointestinal tract. 

A new study, however, shows that NSAIDs increase the risk of heart attack. Those who have had a previous cardiovascular episode, especially, may DOUBLE their risk of having another episode of myocardial infarction or a cardiac arrest if they are on NSAIDs therapy.

There had been two new studies that add to the growing evidence that increased cardiac risk from Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) is NOT limited to the Cox-2 agents.

The first study, published in the British Medical Journal, studied over 9000 patients who had suffered heart attacks, and examined their usage of NSAIDS. They found that the risk of heart attack was INCREASED for patients who were taking NSAIDs by as much as 20 - 50%! In this study, the association with a higher risk of heart attack was especially significant for ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), Diclofenac (Voltaren, Cataflam), and rofecoxib (Vioxx) - but there was at least a trend toward increased risk for all NSAIDs.

The second study was reported at the 2005 meetings of the European League Against Rheumatism scientific meetings in Vienna, Austria. Investigators reported similar findings in the largest study of NSAIDs reported so far - tracking over 1 million patients with arthritis treated with NSAIDs.

Sources:

http://heartdisease.about.com/od/reducingcardiacrisk/a/NSAIDS.htm

http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/high-doses-common-pain-drugs-heart-attack-study-article-1.1358645

http://www.webmd.com/heart/news/20120910/common-painkillers-risky-after-heart-attack

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Talk About Intolerance!!!

Gut Level Intolerance

Naaah... I'm not talking about the other "intolerance" issue here. What I am talking about is much deeper as it occurs in our guts! 

Have you ever heard of LACTOSE Intolerance? Yep! It's that condition where individuals who have it cannot properly digest food items that contain lactose. LACTOSE is a sugar that's naturally found in milk and other dairy products. An enzyme called "lactase" is necessary to break down this kind of sugar. However, some individuals don't produce enough lactase and thus, leave them vulnerable to lactose. 

The symptoms of Lactose Intolerance are easy to identify, though they vary greatly. These symptoms oftentimes occur between 30 minutes and 2 hours after consuming dairy products. Some may experience mild symptoms and others might experience very severe ones. 

What to look for...

The usual GI symptoms accompany Lactose Intolerance. Bloating, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting and stomach ache may be manifested a few minutes to a couple of hours after ingesting dairy products.

 These symptoms occur always immediately after ingestion of dairy products. If you have symptoms sporadically throughout the week and have not consumed any dairy, then your GI issues may be caused by something else other than Lactose Intolerance.

Pay close attention to your food labels. Anything that might have lactose could trigger the symptoms accompanying lactose intolerance. Eliminating these things from your diet or substituting it with a Lactose-free item may greatly help prevent any intolerance episodes.

What Scientists Say

A July 1999 article submitted to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition by researchers at the Sir Mortimer B. Davis Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Quebec indicates that the benefits of probiotics for lactose intolerance may depend on the specific species of lactobacilli -- other than L. acidophilus -- as well as the duration of exposure to the probiotic. Researchers concluded that while probiotics may benefit people with lactose intolerance, prebiotics -- which NCCAM describes as food ingredients that encourage "growth or activity" of microorganisms already in your intestines -- may ultimately be more effective.

Probiotic Supplement Cautions

Probiotics in cultured and fermented foods and beverages such as yogurt, tempeh, miso and soy drinks, have been consumed for centuries, NCCAM points out. Probiotic supplements, on the other hand, are classified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as dietary supplements, not drugs. Dietary supplements cannot claim to treat or cure a specific condition. NCCAM states that probiotics research is still in the early stages, and far more studies need to be conducted to determine the health benefits and safety of probiotics, especially in children and the elderly population. Before you take probiotic supplements for lactose intolerance, talk with your physician.

Sources:

http://blog.naturalhealthyconcepts.com/2013/07/03/5-signs-you-might-be-lactose-intolerant/

http://www.livestrong.com/article/250580-probiotics-dairy-intolerance/#ixzz2Y907yqhC