BRUSHING ON THE ASTHMA: Brushing your teeth may be unhealthy. The minty taste of many toothpastes is nothing to smile about for asthma sufferers who may have a hidden allergy to certain artificial flavorings. The Academy of General Dentistry says that some asthma sufferers are allergic to peppermint, wintergreen and other flavorings.
Although there is no single cause of suicide, isolation and gender are conditions that may signal a risk. The Mayo Clinic Health Letter says that men who are separated, widowed or divorced are at highest risk of suicide. These men often live alone, with no relatives or close friends for support.
PEACEFUL OIL: Not only does olive oil reduce bad cholesterol in the blood, but studies show that people who include it in their diets have a lower incidence of heart disease than those who eat other forms of fat. Olive oil is also an excellent laxative, and when applied externally, it can relieve insect bites and itching.
