John Johnson

I Do Not Want The Flu

The only portals of entry are the nostrils and mouth/throat. In a global epidemic of this nature, it ‘ s almost impossible not coming into contact with H1N1 in spite of all precautions. Contact with H1N1 is not so much of a problem as proliferation is. While you are still healthy and not showing any symptoms of H1N1 infection, in order to prevent proliferation, aggravation of symptoms and development of secondary infections, some very simple steps, not fully highlighted in most official communications, can be practiced.

What Can Dental Plaque Buildup Lead To?

Women's Health / By John Johnson

Your dental health begins inside your body. Having a diet that is balanced assists in having good dental health. To help your teeth develop it is recommended to include vitamins and calcium. Calcium is the mineral most likely to be deficient in the average diet. About 99 percent of the calcium in the human body is held in the bones and teeth. The remaining 1 percent of calcium circulates in the bloodstream, where it performs a variety of important functions. It is also important to understand how much calcium kids actually need. The Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academy of Sciences recommends: 500 mg a day for kids who are 1 to 3 years old, 800 mg a day for kids who are 4 to 8 years old and 1,300 mg a day for kids who are 9 to 18 years old.