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Huberman Lab #236 · March 24, 2025 · 2h
How to Improve Your Teeth & Oral Microbiome for Brain & Body Health
Functional dentist Staci Whitman on the oral microbiome as a gateway to systemic health. Poor oral health is linked to cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer's, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions — the mouth is not separate from the body.
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The oral microbiome is a gateway to systemic health — mouth and body are connected
Whitman: the bacteria in your mouth don't stay in your mouth. They enter the bloodstream through inflamed gums and travel to the heart, brain, and joints. Periodontal disease is an independent risk factor for heart disease and Alzheimer's.Was this useful?