Blog category: Healthy eating & lifestyle


How to get through Dechox

The British Heart Foundation’s campaign to get people to give up chocolate during March is a great health initiative for the heart and the teeth! But that doesn’t mean it’s easy…
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An average milk chocolate bar has around 23g of sugar in it and 13g of fat. It’s little surprise that the British Heart Foundation encourages us to Dechox every March! But if you’re one of the thousands of people who take part in BHF’s Dechox, just how do you get […]

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Can you stop kids from snacking?

The government recently called on parents to limit the snacks they give to children. But does that go far enough, and can you really stop kids from snacking anyway?
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In the new year, the government issued some advice on snacking to try to address the obesity and tooth decay epidemic in the UK. They recommended that parents should only give children snacks under 100 calories and that they should limit them to two a day. This sounds like a […]

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Can you catch a cavity?

Before you throw caution to the wind this Valentine's Day, here’s something you might not know... Tooth decay is contagious!
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All over the world this February 14th, people will be celebrating feeling that little bit more amorous. But have you ever paid attention to your mate’s dental hygiene? You might think it’s odd we ask, but perhaps it’s time you did. What a lot of people don’t know is that […]

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What is oil pulling, and does it work?

Have you heard about oil pulling but not sure what it entails? We take a look at this latest oral health fad.
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Contrary to the current fascination of beauty bloggers and magazines with oil pulling, this ancient dental practice dates back 3,000 years. What is oil pulling? With its roots in Indian Ayurvedic medicine, oil pulling uses natural ingredients to rid the mouth of toxins, debris and bacteria. While scientific research is […]

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Banished the crisps? Beware posh popcorn!

We all like to make healthier moves in the new year, but switching to popcorn could mean you bite off more than you can chew!
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Ah January, the time we all commit to making healthier choices. For many of us, our weakness is crisps, but there’s a new rival in the field – and it’s meant to be healthier. You’ve probably come across websites, bloggers and nutritionists raving about the low-fat value of popcorn and […]

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Is a paleo diet good for teeth?

If you’re embarking on a paleo diet for the new year, then do you still need to visit a dentist? We have the low down…
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It’s a new year, and likely over the festive period you’ve been thinking about how to make healthier choices. For many, that means going on a diet, and one of the most popular is the paleo diet – also known as the Caveman diet. What is a paleo diet? A […]

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10 bad habits you didn’t know were ruining your teeth

There are some habits you probably didn’t know impact your teeth. If you’re thinking of setting a New Year’s resolution, see if you’re guilty of any of these…
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Are some of your bad habits becoming a problem for your teeth? Here are the top ones to kick in 2018. Using teeth as tools Have a habit of opening everyone’s bottle with your teeth? We hardly need to state the dangers of risking a chipped tooth or a crack. […]

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6 ways to indulge AND look after your smile this Christmas

It’s coming! But in case you’re worried about your healthy eating plan going to pot, here are 6 tips to help you smile healthy even while you indulge.
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It’s Christmas! The end of a VERY long year and we’re all looking for a bit of downtime during the holidays. But what if you want to keep your smile happy and healthy yet still indulge? It can be a difficult time of year with so many sweet treats and […]

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All I want for Christmas is…coal? The truth behind the teeth-whitening fad

You might have seen charcoal teeth whitening kits and toothpastes online and in-store. But do these work and are they dangerous?
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Heard the one about the woman who used charcoal to whiten her teeth? It sounds like the opening to a bad Christmas cracker gag, but unfortunately, it isn’t! Activated charcoal – a reheated and oxidised form – is one of the latest beauty fads being touted to give you a whiter […]

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Are bad teeth genetic?

If you have always blamed your parents for your frequent dental visits, there’s some new research you might be interested in…
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It’s a question many of us have asked when we find ourselves making a hasty emergency dental appointment. Are bad teeth genetic? Well, some new research suggests the answer is no. A study conducted on twin siblings discovered that while a few factors, including the appearance of our teeth, are […]

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