I just answered an interesting question that came in about periodontal disease. She did not floss or brush before the age of 26. It seems a bit odd. Maybe she meant that she did not brush or floss often before then.

Here is the link to this question on periodontal disease.

Anyway, it sounds like her dental hygiene troubles are fairly advanced. I’ve listed the two action items that I beleive she needs to take to get some relief. The big problem is that I do not know if she will follow through.

Knowledge without action is practically useless. You must take massive action to succeed in any endeavor that you wish to take on. This is the truth about us as human beings. I hope she has what it takes to take a firm grip on the reigns of her periodontal health.

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The body mass index (BMI) indicates a person’s fat excess, as it is a quantity factor. When this exceeds normal limits, some may not like the image reflected in the mirror. First, a few extra pounds start showing, then we use the term overweight and when not contained, it becomes obesity.
The sooner the weight gain is stopped the better a person’s chances towards achieving a healthy lifestyle. Small changes in daily nourishment and physical exercise can contribute to a healthier lifestyle.

The human body needs approximately 40 different kinds of nutrients. Essential nutrients are nutrients that the body cannot make by itself and must receive from the diet. Basic nutrients are carbs, proteins and fat. The body also needs a proper energy source, fiber, nitrogen, water and vitamins to function properly. Their proper balance leads to a healthy eating style, which is not always easily achievable in today’s busy world. But it is not impossible. Try to eat at least five or more fruits and vegetables every day, because they are an important part of a healthy diet. Combine them with whole grains, lean meats, low fat dairy products, nuts, seeds and legumes by mixing them in with delicious salads.

Don’t leave out meat, as it is an excellent source of protein. Proteins are also necessary to maintain a proper nitrogen balance. Fiber aids in the elimination process, they come from plants and cannot be digested by the body. Diets high in fiber also lower the risk of cardiovascular and digestive diseases. Highly soluble fibers lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels. You may also benefit from taking a multi-vitamin and minerals supplements. Be sure to have enough omega 3 fatty acids, CoQ10, basic vitamins, plant enzymes, trace minerals, and antioxidants.

Our daily food intake is each person’s responsibility. A healthy diet doesn’t mean avoiding certain foods, just limiting them. The secret lies in thinking about your diet first. After all French fries come from a vegetable but they hardly count as a healthy food.

Hi David,

Really appreciate your response. I knew it would be hard to evaluate my situation without knowing all details, but I suppose you have to have a starting point!

I have always worked my core muscles. I work my upper body using free weights on a Monday. Tuesdays is a session for stomach. Wednesdays is leg strengthening, ie squats, lunges
etc. Thursdays is stomach again. I do these in the morning or at lunchtime, as I run in the evening. Fridays, Sat & Sun I just do my normal training without these additional
sessions.

Perhaps I should shave a little bit off my meals? Here is example of my diet, being totally honest :

Breakfast – 1/4 bowl of porridge with tbl spoon all bran, few shredded wheat, topped with tbl fresh fruit – skimmed milk & tbl spoon of honey. Small glass fresh fruit juice.

Mid morning Рcaf̩ latte with skimmed milk and 1/4 tsp sugar.

Lunch : 1 x slice bread with low fat spread with cheese or lean chicken. Small tub natural yogurt with tbl spoon fresh chopped up fruit, sprinkled with sesame seeds. Handful of grapes.

2pm – apple or other fruit.

4pm РCaf̩ latte with skimmed milk & 1/4 tsp sugar + 2 x crispbread

On route to training – handful fruit gums.

Evening training 6pm

Cereal bar on way home after training.

Evening meal – Chilli con carne with brown rice

Small glass port or red wine + couple of handfuls of nuts (naught!)

During the day, I sip water, but I know I should drink more. On a good day I’ll get through 1 litre of water.

I have trained for lots of years and I’m wondering if my body has just adjusted to this. Need to know what to do to kick start my metabolism so to achieve my 5lb weight loss. I did think about eating my main meal at lunchtimes as I thought eating quite late may not be helping, but think I
might feel too sluggish during the day if I try this.

Appreciate your comments.

Thankyou & kind regards.

Linda

MY REPLY

Hi Linda,

Yes, those details are a little more helpful.

Right off the bat, I see two problems with your diet.

You are not drinking enough water. Most experts agree that drinking TWO liters a day is bare minimum.

And My biochemistry teacher in school was very adamant about drinking a full gallon a day.

sounds to me with the amount of working out you do, plus your consumption of alcohol, which dehydrates the body further + your latte (coffee also dehydrates the body) + only getting a liter a day is probably slowing your metabolism a bit.

In addition, that amount of water intake is probably causing your body to function less than optimal.

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One of the biggest factors that determine athletic
performance is lack of adequate water. This is serious
stuff.

Drinking adequate water can actually help you lose weight,
have more energy, look and feel better.

Since you are working out a lot plus the other factors that
I mentioned above, If I were you, I would drink at least
three liters of water per day.

It’s hard to drink water, I know. I’ve found that I drink
more water when I add some minerals to the water. I like to
use concentrace minerals which you can find at any health
food store. Two drops is plenty for an entire liter. You
will find it easier to drink the water.

The second problem that I see, is that you are not getting
enough essential fats in your diet.

Eudo Erasmus, an expert on essential fats talks about this
in one of his books. I don’t remember the exact figure and
I’m too lazy to look it up, but I think if you increase your
total caloric intake of essential fats, you will actually
help yourself lose weight. Again, it sounds
counterintuitive, but there you have it.

Maybe you could replace those nuts with Eudo’s formula for
essential fats – you can also find that in the health food
store.

I hope you find this reply helpful.

Once again, my disclaimer:

This email is for information and entertainment purposes
only. You are advised to NOT follow any of my advice and
instead you should consult with a doctor. That goes for if
you have any health conditions or think you might have, or
if you are changing you diet or exercise level.

All the best,

Dave

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A lot of people know that cranberries can help to eliminate a urinary tract infection.

Cranberries help create a situation where it is hard for bacteria to adhere to the walls of the bladder and urinary tract.

I thought it was interesting to read about some of the potential health enhancing qualities of cranberries.

And cranberries can be an interesting food, there are so many ways to add them to your diet.

Happy Cranberry consumption,

- Dave

One of the best ways I’ve found of getting started in the morning is eating fruit. Melons are particularly good on an empty stomach. Watermelon is a juicy, cleansing and energizing way to get going in the morning.

Fruit, on an empty stomach digests rather quickly. This helps avoid a feeling of tiredness, such as the sensations of sluggishness you get after a heavy meal.

I like eating fruit because it helps me to wake up in the morning. No need to wolf down eggs, milk, cheese, bacon and cereal. Such a breakfast can divert blood flow to your stomach instead of your brain where you need it most in the morning.

I’m eating, as you probably guessed, watermelon right now.

If you are used to eating a heavy breakfast, try just eating some melon in the morning and half an hour later, try adding your usual breakfast food. The melon will be digested within about 20 minutes generally and you may feel much more energized.

What is your favorite way to wake up in the morning that doesn’t involve caffeine!

- Dave

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