How Your Body Functions (or Doesn’t) When Circulation is Poor

As we are in the thick of winter it is easy to relate being cold to poor circulation, but when you really dissect the problem of poor blood circulation it actually leads to a multitude of issues. It is important to understand the symptoms of restricted blood flow so you can address the matter early … Read more

What Happens Immediately After Your Heart Stops

One disease which doesn’t receive a lot of attention is heart disease, the leading killer of both men and women in the U.S.

This headline may err a little on the grim side, but this topic is so important for recognizing heart issues and to stress the urgency that must be practiced when a time sensitive heart implication happens. The best protection we can have when an instance of cardiac arrest takes place is knowledge; the knowledge to … Read more

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What Happened to all the Life Priority Blogs?

As you’ve probably already noticed, we have removed all of our previous blog entries from The Life Priority Blog! Now, you’re probably asking yourself “Why?”. In response to a recent letter received from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), we made the choice to remove all of our blog content while we had a chance to … Read more

Brush Up On Healthy Habits!

Our parents always asked us if we had brushed our teeth when we were younger, and they may have been on to something with their persistence. Other than the obvious benefits of healthy teeth like having a nice smile and a clean mouth, brushing your teeth also helps the rest of your body. With so many germs on our hands and the food we eat, a clean mouth is the first line of defense to keep our body healthy and protected.

How are oral health and overall health connected?

Brushing TeethBacteria can be found almost anywhere on or within our body, but most bacteria are harmless. Simple prevention methods like washing your hands, bathing and practicing good oral hygiene can prevent serious problems and health risk from occurring. However, without proper hygiene, especially brushing and flossing, bacteria can reach dangerous levels. Oral infections, such as tooth decay and gum disease can be particularly crippling due to their delicate nature. Practicing good oral hygiene is a must.

Improper dental care can lead to larger health issues that may include cardiovascular disease, diabetes, endocarditis, and various other conditions.  Also, some medications like painkillers and decongestants may reduce your natural saliva flow. Saliva is important because it rinses/washes away food and helps break down acids from bacteria in the mouth saliva washes away food and neutralizes acids produced by bacteria in the mouth. Thus, saliva is crucial in protecting you from an overgrowth of bacteria in your mouth that could lead to more harmful health issues.

Life Priority’s Suggestions to Improve Oral Health

  • Brush your teeth at least twice a day (after breakfast and before bed)
  • We suggest a NON-Fluoride toothpaste, like Tom’s Fluoride-Free Toothpaste
  • Floss daily. I prefer to use a floss with wax, coupled with The Doctor’s BrushPicks
  • Eat a healthy diet and limit between-meal snacks. Eat lots of fruits, vegetables and fresh juice
  • Take your supplements to insure a healthy foundation, specifically Calcium for healthier teeth

Calcium helps to maintain healthy teeth.  When calcium levels are low, the jawbone surrenders the mineral to other areas of the body in need. As the jaw weakens, teeth loosen, creating gaps susceptible to bacteria that can cause infection, inflammation and bleeding.

  • Replace your toothbrush every three to four months or sooner if bristles are frayed. I would suggest Oral-B because it’s a quality American-made product.
  • Schedule regular dental checkups at least every 6 months. Contact your dentist as soon as an oral health problem arises. Please notify your dentist if you’re taking any medications.

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Happy Mother’s Day! Take Care of the Team Captain-You!

Hats off to the Mother’s……Mom’s! Take Care of the Team Captain—You! As a former player in MLB for over 9 seasons, I sometimes reflect on my early years and what happened then that helped me end up being on a World Series Championship team (KC Royals in ’85).  In the late ’50’s, when I was … Read more

A Woman’s Heart

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Startling fact: Nearly once a minute, a woman in the United States dies of heart disease. It is the leading cause of death among women in the U.S., causing more fatalities than all cancers combined. And while it is typically associated with men, since 1984, heart disease has actually killed more women than men, bringing with it a … Read more