Dr. Michael Cutler
Sweeten Your Love Life with Sweet Breath
Posted: 03-10-2010 at 5:00 am
If you or that special someone has bad breath—also known as halitosis—it could really cause a problem with your love life. But you’re not alone—bad breath affects at least 50 million people in the United States (U.S.). Cumulative strains of bacteria that you harbor in your mouth, throat and down your esophagus can make your breath smell extremely unpleasant. And these bacteria can develop from the amino acids in your mouth… or they could be the result of an infection, periodontal disease or cancer of the mouth, esophagus or lungs.
Health News
Study: High fiber diet may reduce lung disease risk »
Posted: 03-12-2010 at 5:00 am
A new study suggests that individuals who eat a diet high in fiber have a reduced risk for developing chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), which is a group of lung diseases that includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.
Posted: 03-12-2010 at 5:00 am
Some women enjoy a glass or two of red wine each day in the name of heart health. Now, they can also chalk up their moderate alcohol consumption to helping them to avoid gaining too much weight.
Massage, relaxation ease anxiety »
Posted: 03-11-2010 at 5:00 am
Individuals who feel anxious may want to treat themselves to a relaxing massage or just some quiet relaxation time, according to the findings of a new study.
Can sports drinks cause diabetes? »
Posted: 03-11-2010 at 5:00 am
A new study suggests sugary sports drinks may be to blame for an increase in diabetes cases.
Supplement May Help Fight Bacteria Leading To Stomach Ulcers »
Posted: 03-10-2010 at 5:00 am
Getting to the root cause of what causes stomach ulcers, scientists are saying that an alternative supplement may help in fighting bacteria known to cause the lesions. L-glutamine is an ingredient most commonly found in body-building supplements, but scientists at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) had previously found that it protected against ammonia caused by some bacteria, and were hopeful that a similar effect could be found in the stomach.
Health Articles
Posted: 03-3-2010 at 5:00 am
Here’s a mouthwatering cookie recipe that’s easy to make and oh-so-good for you. The challenge is to try to eat just one!
Cinnamon Apple Walnut Cookies
Pulp from 3 Fuji apples
1 cup walnuts
1/8 cup maple syrup
½ tsp cinnamon or to taste…
Posted: 03-3-2010 at 5:00 am
The health benefits of green tea just keep adding up! A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that green tea may lessen the effects of depression for elderly men and women who drink the beverage daily. Results show…
Posted: 03-3-2010 at 5:00 am
One of the key reasons why the vast majority of us never make it into our 80s and 90s with our health intact is because our bodies lose their ability to defend themselves from free radicals. These free radicals can cause vision problems in our 50s… piercing joint pain in our 60s… and major heart concerns for many decades.
Posted: 02-24-2010 at 5:00 am
Dear Dr. Cutler,
I am a woman in my 60s and for several months I’ve been having skin problems that resemble acne. Although my dermatologist has told me that my diet is not impacting my skin’s health, I wanted to get…
Posted: 02-24-2010 at 5:00 am
Vitamin E is Mother Nature’s blood thinner helps prevent blood clots without causing hemorrhaging like over-the-counter and prescription blood thinners can. Plus, it can help protect you against inflammation, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, heart disease and premature aging. However, a deficiency…
