This summer, I had the opportunity to spend some time with my grandfather and his wife on their farm in the mountains of central Dominican Republic. The beautiful lush greenery and dirt roads are a stark contrast to the dense buildings and asphalt roads of my hometown in Massachusetts, USA. I wish I could say that I’m a country girl at heart, but I've got to tell you how glad I was when I finally hooked my phone up to wifi when I got back to the city.
Dental cavities, also known as dental decay, occur in the presence of germs called “bacteria” living on the surface of the tooth. They degrade food particles and sugar into an acidic solution that softens the tooth enamel. The bacteria produce a barrier called “plaque” which protects them from our immune system’s recognition.
The World Health Organization estimates there are 2.4 billion people worldwide that have cavities and 620 million babies who suffer from them as well.
One of the ways the brethren in Italy have been reaching out to their communities is through cooking classes. These classes have become known in the area and often attract several attendees. The last two cooking classes took place on March 13 and May 15 with lively participation and interest of all participants. The pictures and recipes below give a taste of the meetings.
The Indianapolis Church held its spring conference gathering on the weekend of May 27-29, 2016. We began our conference Friday evening with a study, “In the School of Jesus,” presented to us by Br. Boris Gurduiala. He shared what it means to be in the school of Jesus and we can be learners.
Healthy teeth are not only important because they help us eat and contribute to our physical appearance, but keeping our teeth healthy and clean is also important for our overall health. Below are some ways to properly care for our teeth and gums.