teeth

The NY Times Wellness Blog points to an intriguing study. It seems that overweight kids have better teeth than their normal weight peers.

Confounding?

In the middle ages they had chastity belts. Now we have the "Charlie Bite" - a device inserted into the mouth that prevents the user from chewing too vigorously.

The Utah dentists that offer the device claim their patients lose about 1.3 lbs per week.

Periodontitis is a disease affecting the gums that can result in the loss of bone surrounding the teeth. The disease is exacerbated by diabetes. A new study points to the reduced risk of periodontitis - due to the benefits of whole grain foods

Lobby group CSPI are demanding health warnings on soda cans and bottles. The American Beverage Assocation's response is predictable: "To ask the FDA for warning labels on soft drinks, or any food products that contain caloric sweeteners, patronizes consumers and lacks common sense," said ABA President and CEO Susan Neely.

Something to chew on for all the soda drinkers out there (via Reuters). ...making a habit out of drinking soda instead of water "may cause significant, irreversible long-term problems and damage."