Friday, February 17, 2012

The Natural Dentist






The Natural Dentist line is powered by nature, proven by science. The Natural Dentist Healthy Gums Anti-Gingivitis Rinse DOES NOT contain alcohol or artificial ingredients, making it natural and healthy for your mouth. However, unlike other natural products, The Natural Dentist tests its products in controlled studies. Universities, oral care experts, periodontists, and dental hygienists continually evaluate the products, ingredients and effectiveness. The Natural Dentist products are not tested on animals; research is conducted with human volunteers and laboratory tests.



If you are experiencing “pink in the sink” when you spit out your toothpaste, or blood on your dental floss, take heed.  People mistakenly think this is a sign that they are brushing hard/well or flossing efficiently, but bleeding gums is actually a symptom of gingivitis, and it is a warning sign that your gums need serious attention. 

Dentists estimate that 80% of us develop gum disease in our lifetimes, ranging from mild gingivitis to severe periodontitis. If left untreated, however, gum disease may progress to other oral health issues, including tooth loss (it’s the #1 reason for adult tooth loss!). Other studies and experts, including Dr. Oz, have also linked gum disease to heart disease, stroke, breast cancer and respiratory diseases, such as COPD.

While it can happen to anyone, the following raise the risk for developing gingivitis:
  • Poor dental hygiene
  • Pregnancy/puberty/menopause (hormonal changes increase the sensitivity of the gums)
  • Uncontrolled diabetes
  • Genetics/family history (30% of general population susceptible to gum disease)
  • Smoking
  • Stress
  • Medications
  • General illness

Gingivitis is due to the long-term effects of plaque deposits, and it is often painless, so bleeding gums may be your only symptom until it has progressed further along (other symptoms are swollen/tender gums, receding gums, and/or persistent bad breath).  Luckily, one of the early warning signs of the gum inflammation IS the bleeding you see when you brush or floss, so it is your body’s way of telling you something’s not right. If you have a family history of this issue or notice bleeding when you brush or floss, you should schedule a dental visit to evaluate your condition, as well as take steps at home by adding The Natural Dentist Healthy Gums Anti-Gingivitis Rinse to your oral care regimen.






The Natural Dentist Healthy Gums Mouth Rinse is clinically proven to:

  • Reduce and prevent bleeding gums
  • Protects against gingivitis
  • Kill germs
  • Reduces plaque
  • Freshens breath
  • Contains Aloe Vera gel as its active ingredient to help prevent bleeding gums
  • Also contains other natural medicinal components such as Echinacea, goldenseal, calendula, and grapefruit seed extract that help calm gum inflammation



MICHELLE'S THOUGHTS:
I have very sensitive gums, that also frequently bleed during brushing and flossing. It runs in my family and is aggravated when my seasonal allergies flair up. Every time I go to the dentist, they insist I need to floss more or try a bunch of different products to help my gums. Honestly though, nothing seemed to decrease the redness, puffiness, or bleeding. After using The Natural Dentist Healthy Gums Anti-Gingivitis Rinse for a little over a month, I'm pleased to report that I've noticed improvement and experience less bleeding and pain when brushing and flossing. It took a couple days to get used to the hint of aloe vera in the peppermint twist flavor, but I definitely prefer The Natural Dentist Healthy Gums rinse over other mouthwashes with harsh alcohol. Plus I always opt to use a product that is natural, especially when it works better than the alternative! If you are experiencing sensitive or bleeding gums I highly suggest that you give The Natural Dentist a try!



The Natural Dentist Healthy Gums Rinse is available at all several major retailers nationwide including Walgreens, Rite Aid, Whole Foods and more for an average retail price of $7.49. To see a complete list of stores and the entire line of The Natural Dentist products, visit   http://www.stopbleedingnaturally.com.






Giveaway: One bottle of The Natural Dentist Healthy Gums Anti-Gingivitis Rinse (Peppermint Twist flavor) 





Monday, February 13, 2012

Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough Review



Otis Spunkmeyer was founded in 1977, and now over 30 years later, is the #1 frozen gourmet cookie dough in the Foodservice industry. They also make a variety of muffins, pastries, brownies, and other baked sweets, that are enjoyed in over 56 countries worldwide. The Otis Spunkmeyer motto is "Making the world a better place one cookie at a time."


MY THOUGHTS
Really, who doesn't love a fresh-baked cookie? If you don't, just skip to the next review, this giveaway isn't for you. However, for the rest of us, fresh-baked cookies are amazing right? I like making cookies, but often I don't love the mess and effort involved. The first thing that had me sold on Otis Spunkmeyer frozen cookie dough is that it comes in pre-portioned cookie dough balls that I just need to pop in the oven for a short time then enjoy. So easy! Here's another exciting thing though, if I have a couple varieties of frozen dough on hand, I don't have to pick between chocolate chip and white chocolate macadamia nut, because it's just as easy to make both! Sounds dangerous doesn't it? Not really, because I can also just make one or two cookies instead of a whole batch, which is definitely better for my diet. These cookies are soft, delicious, and so simple to bake!


Not only do I love the cookies though, I am also pleased by what I learned about Otis Spunkmeyer as a company. I did a little poking around the website and noticed that they are huge supporters of the military through involvement in programs and of course providing cookies! As an Army wife, this is something near and dear to me!



Plus Otis Spunkmeyer offers incredible fundraising opportunities for schools and organizations! To find out where you can purchase Otis Spunkmeyer products, please visit this list of stores.






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