Mouth and Throat
Cold Sores
Many people eventually become infected with the virus that causes the unsightly and painful lip blisters called cold sores. Using antioxidants, immune boosters, and especially the amino acid lyine, ...
Colds & Flu
Sooner or later, just about everyone comes down with a miserable cold or a dose of flu - and some unfortunate people seem to get infected again and again. Vitamin ...
Gum Disease (Gingivitis)
If you haven't had gum problems yet, you probably will: three out of four adults over the age of 35 experience tender, swollen or bleeding gums at some point in ...
Laryngitis
Laryngitis may be short-lived (acute) or long-lasting (chronic). Although acute laryngitis usually is nothing more than an irritation and inflammation from a virus, persistent hoarseness can signal a more serious ...
Mouth Ulcers
Given their diminutive size, it's hard to fathom how mouth ulcers can hurt as much as they do. Commonsense self-care measures can assist you in avoiding these painful ulcers, ...
Tonsillitis
Open your mouth wide in front of a mirror. Do you see your tonsils? They're located on each side of your throat, just behind and above your tongue. Years ...
Toothache
A toothache is usually the result of a cavity formed by the bacteria that cause tooth decay (known medically as dental caries). Cleaning out and filling the cavity brings a ...