Lon Peckham DMD, FAAOSH, Dip ACLM
Wholistic Functional Dental Medicine Expert
Sleep stands as a cornerstone of good health. Yet, many remain unaware of the intricate dance between the two primary stages of sleep: REM (Rapid Eye Movement) and Non-REM. Understanding their nuanced interplay and respective health implications isn't just academic—it’s crucial for those seeking to improve their sleep quality and overall [...]
The back-to-school season often brings a whirlwind of activities, adjustments, and for many moms, a pressing need to juggle responsibilities. Amidst all the planning and organizing, one crucial element often gets overlooked: sleep. Quality sleep is essential for maintaining energy and focus, not only for kids but for moms as well. [...]
Jill* is in her late 40’s and has been suffering with insomnia, chronic fatigue, and excessive day time sleepiness. A home sleep test revealed that she definitely was suffering from moderate sleep apnea putting her at increased risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and stroke, not to mention dental decay and [...]
Sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining physical and mental health, improving productivity, and enhancing the quality of life. The connection between exercise and sleep quality is undeniable. Scientific research has consistently demonstrated the positive impact of physical activity on sleep. Incorporating exercise into your daily routine can lead to better [...]
Sleep Deprivation is defined as not obtaining the adequate amount of sleep required for normal functioning and well-being. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one in three adults doesn't get enough sleep on a regular basis (CDC, 2016). Sleep issues have become a common health problem affecting [...]
One of the hottest topics in healthcare these days has to do with our symbiotic biome, the bugs (I guess I should say “bacteria”, though my favorite term is actually the Swahili word “wadudu”.) that inhabit nearly every nook and cranny of our bodies. Trillions and trillions in just our guts [...]
Originally “invented in the nineteenth century as powerful surgical antiseptic. It was later sold, in distilled form, as both a floor cleaner and a cure for gonorrhea. But it wasn't a runaway success until the 1920s, when it was pitched as a solution for "chronic halitosis" — a then obscure medical [...]
Supplements are a huge 170+ billion-dollar industry that promises to help you do everything from lose weight and grow muscle, to enhancing your sexual performance and making you bullet proof to all manner of infections and diseases. Even if that were all true, common sense should tell you that none of [...]
Don’t you just love it when your opinions get vindicated! Recently the Journal of Periodontology carried an article reporting on a study that looked into the possibility of a link between diet, specifically a Mediterranean diet, exercise, and periodontal disease.* As all our patients know, periodontal disease has been the major [...]
So how are those New Year’s resolutions going? Are you on track to meet your goals? If so, great job! If not, well no worries. We’ve got you covered. Our CHIP (Complete Health Improvement Program) is specifically designed to help you take control and stay in control of your health. Lose [...]
