Wholesome Dietetics and MNT

NUTRITION AND ORAL / DENTAL HEALTH photo credit: web Diet and nutrition play key roles in tooth development,  integrity of the gingiva (gums) and mucosa, bone strength,  and the prevention and management of diseases of the  oral cavity. Diet has a local effect on tooth integrity; that  is, the type, form, and frequency of foods and beverages  consumed have a direct effect on the oral pH and micro bial activity, which may promote dental decay. By con trast, nutrition has a systemic effect. The impact of  nutrient intake systemically affects the development,  maintenance, and repair of the teeth and oral tissues. De ficiencies of several vitamins (riboflavin, folate, B12, and  C) and minerals (iron and zinc) may be first detected in  the mouth because of the rapid tissue turnover rate of the oral mucosa. Nutrition and diet affect the oral cavity, but the reverse  also is true; that is, the status of the oral cavity may affect  one's a...

        Little Introduction This blog aims at providing vital pieces of dietetic information. These pieces of information are expected to go along way achieving general wellness to it's adherents. This blog will also serve as a professional medium for distant dietetic consultation from clients out there. By the way, who are Dietitians? Dietitians are regulated health professionals,who use science of nutrition to professionally prescribe food/feeding to individuals either in health or in disease Dietitians are to use the title Registered Dietitian-Nutritionists (RDN ) or Registered Dietitian/Dietician(RD), as the case may be. Dietitians must be registered with the dietetic regulatory body in the province/Country in which they practice, with all the rights and privileges thereto. Relevance of Dietitians Dietitians are in high demand, especially in this part of the world where there are many self- acclaimed health and wellness preachers who talk based on m...