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A Note From Dr. Brown

Welcome to our fifth on-line newsletter!

We hope you continue to enjoy the information we provide. Now that Summer is in full swing, take time to slow down and enjoy the glorious weather.

If there are any issues or topics you would like addressed in our upcoming issues, please feel free to email us. Your feedback is greatly appreciated.

Have a fabulous Summer,

Dr. Lancelot Brown and Team

Around the Office

Get in gear!

On Sunday July 15th, our office (and Dr. Brown's children) participated in the Nissan 5K Run/Walk at the Distillery in support of the Nissan Foundation, Meals on Wheels for Seniors.

Some walked, some ran but we all finished!

A splendid time was had by everyone. After the race, we all met at Dr. Brown's home for some much deserved food and beverages.

Click Here or on the image to view some photos from the day.


	Bad breath can mean bad news! There you are, it's Saturday morning and you have the whole day ahead of you. You roll over and look at your better half and decide to give them a good morning kiss. But wait!!! What's been brewing in your mouth overnight? Here's a question - if we floss and brush before we go to bed and settle down to sleep with a fresh mouth every night, why is it that just mere hours later, we wake up with dreaded *"morning breath"? The simple answer is that during the day, saliva works as your body's own natural mouthwash, washing away bacteria and particles that cause bad breath. While we sleep, saliva production decreases and our mouths dry out, providing the perfect environment for odour-causing bacteria. Bad breath (or "halitosis", as it's officially known)* can come from a number of different sources. It can reflect medical conditions, such as chronic infections in the lungs to kidney and liver failure. Dieting and fasting can slow down the stimulation of saliva flow and result in 'offensive' breath. Talking for long periods of time will dry out your mouth with the same result.
	In addition to bad breath, a dry mouth can also put you at risk for cavities and gum disease. When saliva is not present in the mouth to continuously flush foods away, food particles may adhere to teeth and begin the decay process. What you eat and what you don't eat... Please Click Here to read on.


	Soda drinkers beware!
		Sugar drinks such as sodas and pops have been getting a lot of attention lately. They are even considering warning labels similar to cigarettes on their packaging. If you enjoy the occasional pop with lunch or during the work day, I offer these tips to help limit the damage to your teeth. 1. For starters, try the sugar free versions. They are less likely to cause cavities (although they still damage enamel). 2. Drink your pop during a meal.
	3. Drink through a straw (to minimize contact with teeth). 4. Follow a pop with a good drink of water to rinse the mouth clean and brush your teeth if possible after you are done. 5. Most importantly, limit your pop consumption. Remember that once it passes through your teeth, the rest of your body has to deal with it and that's a whole other story.

Office Hours

Monday - 8 am - 6 pm
Tuesday - 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday - 9 am - 6 pm
Thursday - 8 am - 8 pm
Friday - 9 am - 3 pm
(Alternating)
Saturday - 9 am - 3 pm
(Alternating)

ADDRESS

Suite 512
94 Cumberland Street
Toronto, Ontario
M5R 1A3
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Heart-Healthy Meals

Spicy lime garlic chicken

3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/8 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon dried parsley

4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

2 tablespoons butter

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 teaspoons garlic powder

3 tablespoons lime juice

In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, cayenne, paprika, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, onion powder, thyme and parsley. Sprinkle spice mixture generously on both sides of chicken breasts.

Heat olive oil in a large heavy skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden brown, about 6 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons garlic powder and lime juice. Cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently to coat evenly with sauce.

Serve with a salad or rice and vegetables.

Serves 4.

E-mail: smile@drlbrown.com Tel: 416 922 9040 Fax: 416 922 6788