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You’ve heard of probiotics before – they’re supplements you take for a healthy gut. But did you know that there is also something called the oral microbiome, which is a community of bacteria in your mouth? Scientists are starting to discover that oral probiotics are just as important as those we use for the gut. In fact, a balanced oral microbiome can prevent cavities, maintain fresh breath, and keep gum disease at bay. Interestingly, the benefits of a well-balanced oral microbiome reach far beyond the health of your teeth and mouth. Numerous diseases have been associated with having an…
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We’ve all been there, weighing out pros and cons, desperate to make a decision, only to second-guess ourselves after the decision has been made. Each day is made up of a hundred little decisions — what to wear, what to make for dinner etc., etc… For some, it’s no big deal. Yet, for others, it can be agonizing. Good decision making is a skill. But the fear of making the wrong decisions can cost you peace of mind. Here’s why making up your mind is so difficult and what you can do to improve your decision-making skills. Decisions, decisions……

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