Friday, December 20, 2013

Why my gums bleed even when I eat banana?


Having bleeding gums is one symptom of the gum disease called Gingivitis.


What is Gingivitis?

- gingivitis is the swelling or inflammation of the gums


Causes of Gingivitis:

- bacteria along the gum line
- poor dental hygiene supplies bacteria food to eat and thus multiply


Signs of Gingivitis:

- bleeding gums
- swollen gums
- bright red gums
- shiny gums
- sore gums
- painful gums
- bad breath even after brushing
- bad taste in the mouth (abnormal taste of the natural food taste)


Healthy gums:

- pink gums
- non-bleeding gums
- flavourful taste of foods (you enjoy your meals!)
- fresh breath
- promotes positive attitude


See your dentist.

Visit the gum & teeth experts to obtain help and fix the problem in your gums.

Friday, December 6, 2013

Intensity Levels of Common Sounds


Decibel


- the decibel (dB) determines the intensity of the sound (loudness of sound)
- it is a logarithmic unit based on the threshold of hearing at 0 dB (total silence)


Intensity of Sound (Loudness Level)


threshold of hearing (TOH) = 0 dB
10 times more intense than TOH = 10 dB
100 times more intense than TOH = 20 dB
1,000 times more intense than TOH = 30 dB
10,000 times more intense than TOH = 40 dB
1,000,000 times more intense than TOH = 60 dB


Examples of sounds and their intensity levels


Total silence = 0 dB
Rustling Leaves = 10 dB
Whisper = 20 dB
Normal conversation = 60 dB
Busy street traffic = 70 dB 
Vacuum cleaner = 80 dB 
Lawnmower = 90 dB
Car horn = 110 dB
Rock concert or Jet engine = 120 dB
Gunshot or Firecracker = 140 dB

Notes:
* The dB ratings are based near the source of sound.
* The farther you are from the source of sound, the lesser the power (intensity) of sound.


Hearing Loss


Sounds above 85 dB = causes hearing loss
Sounds above 140 dB = causes pain and immediate eardrum damage

Daily Recommended Food Servings for aged 14 and over


Fruits & Vegetables - 7 servings
Grain Products - 6 servings
Milk and Alternatives - 3 servings
Meat and Alternatives - 2 servings


Example of Daily Recommended Healthy Diet:

BREAKFAST

Fruits -- 1 piece of fruit
Grain Products -- 2 slices (70 g) bread = 2 servings
Milk and Alternatives -- 250 mL (1 cup) milk or fortified soy beverage
Meat and Alternatives -- 2 eggs or 175 mL (¾ cup) cooked beans

LUNCH
Fruits -- 1 piece of fruit
Grain Products -- 250 (1 cup) cooked rice, pasta, or couscous = 2 servings
Milk and Alternatives -- 175 g (¾ cup) yogurt
Meat and Alternatives -- 75 g (2 ½ oz.)/125 mL (½ cup) cooked fish, shellfish, poultry or lean meat

SNACK
Fruits -- 1 piece of fruit
Fruits -- 250 mL (1 cup) fruit juice 100% = 2 servings
Milk and Alternatives -- 50 g (1 ½ oz.) cheese

DINNER
Fruits -- 1 piece of fruit
Vegetables -- 250 mL (1 cup) leafy raw vegetables or salad
Grain Products -- 250 (1 cup) cooked rice, pasta, or couscous = 2 servings