Yes, gum disease is contagious through saliva exchange, but the transmission story is more nuanced than the bacterial spread implies. The dominant gum disease bacterium (Porphyromonas gingivalis) does transfer between household members through shared utensils, kissing, and sharing toothbrushes. But whether it actually colonizes and causes disease in the recipient depends almost entirely on their […]
Cupping marks last between 4 and 10 days for most adults, but the actual duration depends on three things: how stagnant the underlying tissue was before the session, your individual lymph clearance rate, and the suction intensity used. A 4-day mark in healthy tissue means lymph is moving well. A 10-day mark in the same […]
Chlorophyll water has become one of the most talked-about wellness drinks in recent years. You may have seen vibrant green water all over social media. But is there real science behind the trend? The short answer is yes. Studies suggest chlorophyll may support skin health, energy levels, and gentle detoxification. FREE 60-SECOND MATCH Find Your […]
Most people don’t realize that chlorophyll, the green pigment in plants, can also have remarkable health benefits for humans. Chlorophyll is known to alkalize the body, boost energy levels, and help detoxify the liver. It’s also an effective weight loss tool because it helps reduce cravings and promotes a healthy appetite. In this blog post, […]
The process of photosynthesis is truly incredible. This process is how plants produce their own food by converting sunlight into chemical energy. Chlorophyll is what gives plants their green color. FREE 60-SECOND MATCH Find Your Chlorophyll Match Wondering what chlorophyll will actually do for you? Tap every statement that fits your case. You get back […]
What is Chlorophyll? Remember in elementary or middle school science chapter on plants? You may remember that chlorophyll was the component that makes all plants green, that it resides in the parts of the cell called the chloroplasts. FREE 60-SECOND MATCH Find Your Chlorophyll Match Wondering what chlorophyll will actually do for you? Tap every […]
Bentonite clay toothpaste is the natural-medicine answer to the modern toothpaste question. The clay does three things at once: it binds heavy metals on contact (the same negative-ionic-charge mechanism that makes bentonite useful in detox baths), it delivers calcium and silica that enamel can use for remineralization, and it scours plaque without the abrasive scratching […]
Around 2,900 people search for an ozone therapy practitioner near them every month, and the demand has roughly tripled since 2022 as functional medicine has gone mainstream. Ozone therapy is one of the more polarizing functional treatments. Done by a properly trained practitioner with the right indications, it does what nothing else in conventional medicine […]
Yes, gum disease can kill you, and the path is more direct than most people realize. The bacteria that cause periodontitis (the advanced form of gum disease) do not stay in your mouth. They enter the bloodstream through inflamed gum tissue, travel to the heart and brain, and contribute to endocarditis, stroke, dementia, and pregnancy […]
Have you ever looked at the ingredients that are in your commercially made toothpaste. You know, the stuff that is made to be absorbed by porous mouth tissue? FREE 60-SECOND PERSONALIZER Clove Toothpaste Recipe Personalizer Tool Tap every statement that matches your oral health goal. The tool customizes the base recipe with the right add-ins […]