Radiation therapy is a treatment used to treat cancer. The goal of the therapy is to eliminate cancer in the body without damaging the healthy tissues of the body, according to Cancer.Net. Though effective, radiation therapy or radiotherapy, does...
Claritin, also known by the generic name loratadine, is an antihistamine used to treat children with hay fever, allergies and hives. Histamine, a naturally occurring chemical found in the body, causes the symptoms commonly associated with...
Excessive consumption of sugary and starchy foods and poor oral hygiene habits are likely causes of cavities in children. Mouth bacteria feeds on the remnant sugar and starch from foods, producing acid that eats through the teeth. Some kids never...
Bacteria are unicellular organisms that are so small their presence often goes undetected by the human eye. However, a healthy human mouth is abundant with a variety of bacteria, some of which are beneficial and others that are detrimental. Saliva...
Black cherries have a darker skin than traditional bing, or red, cherries and offer a wealth of health benefits. Eating a diet rich in plant foods, such as black cherries, can reduce your risk of many different illnesses and can also treat...
Breath and body odor are common complaints, particularly among teens and young adults. While some cases of bad breath or body odor are due to poor hygiene, many other conditions and problems may cause these symptoms. Talk to your dentist or doctor...
Natural bacteria found in saliva combine with food particles, particularly sugary and starchy carbohydrates, and form acids that attack your teeth and cause cavities. Studies suggest that a substance found only in types of manuka honey may help...