Health and fitness articles for California

Nothing is as irritating as a sore in your mouth. It can interfere with talking, eating, even a romantic kiss. If you find yourself with this problem, first examine your oral hygiene habits. Are you brushing and flossing properly? Perhaps all you need is a softer toothbrush or a more regular routine. Then do a quick examination in the mir¬ror. Are any of your teeth rubbing against your tongue or cheek? Has a filling or piece of tooth chipped off, leaving a ragged edge? Your dentist can fix these problems in a flash. If, however, you can’t see any reason for a linger¬ing soreness, you need an expert diagnosis.

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Everyone who is afraid of making speeches (and that’s most people, according to recent polls) has experienced the dry mouth of nervousness. It’s nothing to worry about — it’s just a normal symptom of anxiety. Having a drier mouth is also a normal part of aging. Dry mouth can be a side effect of many prescription and non-pre-scription drugs, and the result of eating lots of salty food. But sometimes a dry mouth can signal that some¬thing more serious is going on in your body, and you need your doctor’s help.

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If you’ve worn a path in the carpet between your bed­room and your bathroom, or if you can’t go on a car trip without stopping at every gas station along the way to use the facilities, you may have a problem with frequent urination. While it may not sound like a serious problem, frequent urination can be a warning signal that you shouldn’t ignore.

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The best approach to treating colds and flu is to avoid getting them in the first place. Here are some steps you can take to keep a vicious virus out of your life.

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