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Eat yogurt to stave off periodontal disease

Yogurt is a tasty way to help reduce the risk of periodontal disease, says a recent report from the Journal of Periodontology. According to the ... Read More »

Probiotics are a pro for weight loss surgery patients

A friend of my family underwent gastric bypass surgery. The surgery itself went without a hitch and -- other than the expected soreness -- she felt ... Read More »

When bloating becomes a bother

Got a sensitive digestive system? I sometimes do. Mostly, my trouble comes in the form bloating and I never really know exactly why it happens. I've ... Read More »

Cold-busting foods

Even though winter finally seems to be nearing its end, it doesn't mean that you still can't catch a cold. In addition to regular exercise and getting ... Read More »

Find a good probiotic

Take a stroll throw the dairy aisle in any grocery store and you'll see that many yogurt manufacturers are using the term 'Probiotics' as a selling ... Read More »

Can germs be the good guys?

With all the products lately boasting "antibacterial" and "antimicrobial," can there be such a thing as good germs? Some bacteria, called probiotics, ... Read More »

What do probiotics do?

I've always enjoyed yogurt. Mixed with half a banana and a little granola, it's one of my favorite breakfasts. Lately I've noticed that the array of ... Read More »