Blood
26 Mar 2010
Chocolate and health
Chocolate is a sugary food, high in fat and energy, which should be consumed in moderation. The consumption of cocoa, which gives chocolate its flavour,…
Children's health
24 Jan 2010
Effect of Nutrition on Dental Health from Two to Five Years of Age
Normally all baby teeth have come through by three years of age. Children approaching the 4-5 year age range generally have fewer feeding and nutritional problems…
Children's health
23 Jan 2010
Effect of Nutrition on Dental Health from Birth to One Year of Age
Adequate nutrition is of great importance during the first year of life as even small occurrences of poor malnutrition may result in underdevelopment of tooth…
Children's health
23 Jan 2010
Effect of Nutrition on Dental Health from One to Two Years of Age
During the toddler years, most of the baby teeth come through into the mouth and there is a great development in the ability to eat, control…
Children's health
23 Jan 2010
Dental Health and Nutrition During Pregnancy
During pregnancy there must be extra attention placed on good dental hygiene for the sake of the expecting mother, and also for the dental development of…
Children's health
22 Dec 2009
Diet over the festive season
The festive season is a time when we get together with family and friends, and often have more social gatherings than at other times of…
Cancer
14 Dec 2009
New Year’s resolution: Quit smoking
Even though smoking carries serious health risks, a significant proportion of the population continues to smoke. Many smokers attempt to quit at some stage, and…
Children's health
25 Nov 2009
Nutrition for healthy teeth (dental health and food)
The main cause of tooth loss is tooth decay (dental caries), and one of the most significant factors in the start of tooth decay is…
Cancer
26 Oct 2009
Oral Mucositis and Quality of Life
Oral mucositis results in many symptoms that can influence a person's quality of life. Mucositis, a condition in which the mucous membranes of the mouth…
