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Low-carb dieting

A breath of fresh air

Now that low-carb dieting has become mainstream, there's one
side effect you should know about. It's not a serious health-
threatening one, but it can be a nuisance. Low-carb diets can lead
to bad breath. The body burns stored fat as fuel, rather than
carbohydrates. As the fat burns, it releases ketones through the
urine and breath -- and ketones are particularly smelly.

But forewarned is forearmed. Here's what you can do to make sure
you don't have to worry about your breath:

Brush and floss regularly. Ninety percent of bad breath comes
from bacteria in the mouth and on the tongue. Keeping up with
dental hygiene goes a very long way in staving off bad breath.

Drink plenty of water. Dry mouth is another primary cause of bad
breath. Saliva is nature's mouthwash, since it contains chemical
compounds that naturally kill oral bacteria. Taking steps to keep
your mouth moist and producing enough saliva will keep you both
healthier and sweeter-smelling.

Stop smoking and reduce alcohol consumption. Smoking and
alcohol are culprits for bad breath, and there's not much you can
do to offset their impact except quit -- or at least cut back. If you
don't want to eliminate alcohol entirely, be careful when you
purchase mouthwash or breath mints: Many mouthwashes contain
alcohol and just exacerbate the problem. Mints that contain sugar
also provide a very temporary fix, but the sugar isn't good for you
to begin with.

Eat lots of fresh vegetables. Chew on parsley, crunchy carrots,
apples and pears throughout the day as snacks in place of
sweetened or soft, mushy snacks. They are not only healthier for
your insides, but they'll make your mouth fresher too.

Bad breath isn't fun, but the good news is that the odds are in your
favor: 90 percent of all bad breath originates in the mouth and can
be easily managed by taking the above precautions. 

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Q: I recently went to the doctor for a check-up and got the usual
rectal exam and PSA test for prostate cancer, but I remember you
mentioned another test that I could do at home that might be more
effective than these -- I just can't remember the name of it.

JVW: Although testosterone has been the suspected culprit behind
prostate cancer for many years, it seems clear now that estrogen is
actually the problem. So many of the same breast cancer
prevention strategies will work to guard against prostate cancer as
well. In fact, the same 2/16 ratio test that I always recommend
women use to determine their risk of breast cancer can also be used
to help predict prostate cancer risk. The 2/16 ratio test measures
your ratio of "good" 2-hydroxyestrogen to "bad" 16a-hydroxy-
estrogen. It's available through Meridian Valley Laboratory (425-
271-8689).

If your results indicate increased risk, there are some simple steps
you can take to reduce it. Eating Brassica vegetables like broccoli
and Brussels sprouts is a good start. Also, taking a supplement of a
natural substance called di-indolylmethane (DIM), which is found
in Brassica vegetables, along with the nutrients selenium and
lycopene will further reduce prostate cancer risk. 

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What is…chlorophyll?

You might remember learning about chlorophyll in science class --
it's the chemical that gives plants their green color when
stimulated by the sun. It also has numerous health benefits and is a
primary reason why eating your greens is so important. It's also a
powerful breath freshener, which explains why parsley is one of
the top natural breath fresheners.

Chlorophyll is also found in "green" drinks containing spirulina,
wheat grass, chlorella, or other herbs. These chlorophyll-rich
liquids can be swished around the mouth then swallowed for a
boost to your breath, as well as your overall health.

Yours in good health,
Amanda Ross
Managing Editor
Nutrition & Healing

Sources: 
John Henkel, "Prostate Cancer: No one Answer for Testing and
Treatment." FDA Consumer 1998; 32(5): 22

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