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Wednesday, December 1, 2010 – Daily News – 5A FEATURES Breath problem solved Brief battering beau on baby business DEAR DR. GOTT: For many years, I suffered with horrible breath, despite having had only one cavity in 40- plus years and brushing, flossin, tongue scraping, gargling constant- ly. I read every article I could find on bad breath but not one ever mentioned cryptic tonsils. I finally ended up with a doctor who figured out what those occasional smelly lumps were and had my tonsils removed. End of problem. Dr. Peter Gott ter and mailed to Newsletter, P.O. Box 167, Wick- liffe, OH 44092- 0167. Be sure to mention the title or print an order form off my web- site at www.AskDr- GottMD.com. DEAR DR. GOTT: I’m con- fused as to why some con- sumers should no longer use products that are petroleum based or con- tain parabens. Is it unsafe to use Vaseline, petroleum jelly or Bag Balm on dry, cracked feet? Please inform your readers who might be wearing out the enamel on their teeth, like me, trying to get rid of their bad breath that there may be another reason for it. DEAR READER: Thank you for mentioning involvement of the tonsils, whose role is to filter out germs and bacteria that enter the body through the mouth and nose. Healthy tonsils are areas of pinkish tissue located in the back of the throat. When infect- ed, they turn yellow or white. When the folds in the tonsils trap food and dead bacteria, stones can form. If this occurs often, chronic cryptic tonsils may result. This can cause bad breath because of the debris collected. There is also a possibility of a sore throat. The important thing to remember, as your doctor may have pointed out, is that bad breath (hal- itosis) cannot be remedied through traditional oral- cleaning processes. Some mild cases may not require any treatment at all. Others may respond to antibiotics or occasion- al removal of the stones and debris along with salt- water gargles. Severe cases, such as the one you had, might even require tonsillectomy. This is because once the tonsils are removed, there is no place for debris to collect. People with the condition should follow the advice of an ear-nose-and-throat specialist to determine which course of action is appropriate. To provide related information, I am sending you a copy of my Health Report “An Informed Approach to Surgery.” Other readers who would like a copy should send a self-addressed stamped No. 10 envelope and a $2 check or money order made payable to Newslet- DEAR READER: Because petroleum jelly is derived from oil, it must be refined. Some refining and production methods are said to have been shown to contain toxic, hazardous or carcinogenic components. Perhaps what you are referring to is the people that use Vaseline for different reasons, such as putting it inside the nose to keep the nostrils moistened. The product can run down the back of the nose and be swal- lowed, leading to lipoid pneumonia, especially if used over an extended period of time. When it comes to rub- bing Bag Balm on cracked feet and heels, I suppose it is possible for some of the product to enter the body and bloodstream. Howev- er, I can’t imagine it would be sufficient enough to be of concern. Parabens are widely used as preservatives in cosmetic products (including deodorants), foods and pharmaceutical products. They are absorbed through the skin, blood and GI tract. Con- centrations large enough to be measured from sev- eral different parabens have been identified in samples obtained for biopsy from breast tumors; however, as of May 2009, the Food and Drug Administration did not believe there should be any cause for concern by consumers using prod- ucts that contain parabens. Dr. Peter H. Gott is a retired physician and the author of several books, including “Live Longer, Live Better,” “Dr. Gott’s No Flour, No Sugar Diet” and “Dr. Gott’s No Flour, No Sugar Cookbook,” which are available at most bookstores or online. His website is www.AskDrGottMD.com. Dear Annie: I am a 22-year-old single mother. Two weeks ago, I left my boyfriend when he began to be physically abu- sive in front of our child. We current- ly are under a court order to have no contact with each other, but I keep in close touch with his parents. yard, and neither of those swale areas had been mowed — just ours. This was not Annie’s Mailbox by Kathy Mitchell and Marcy Sugar I recently found out that I’m pregnant. Should I tell my ex’s parents so they can inform him? I’m not really sure if I’m going to raise the child myself or give it up for adoption. Right now, I’m not finan- cially able to care for a second child. — Confused Single Mom Dear Confused: Your ex has the right to know that he has fathered anoth- er child, but you do not have to inform him until you have a better handle on what you plan to do. Please discuss all the pros and cons with someone who will help you make the decision that is best for you and your child. We recommend Planned Par- enthood (plannedparent- hood.org) at 1-800-230- PLAN (1-800-230-7526). They will provide coun- seling and prenatal care, as well as referrals to adoption agencies if you choose that route. Dear Annie: When I was mowing our back lawn last week, I noticed that somebody had already mowed part of our swale area, which is on the street behind our house. Our grass is always mowed on a timely basis, so it wasn’t a message that our grass was overgrown. Also, there are vacant lots on both sides of our back- CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE for Red Bluff Garden Club SCHOLARSHIP Tehama County High Schools 216 Pine St. Red Bluff Victorian House, corner of Rio & Pine ALL FRESH WREATHS, ARRANGEMENTS AND MORE the first time. When it happened before, I discov- ered that the mowing was being done by one of the neighbors. We are barely acquainted, so I wrote him a polite letter asking him to please stop mowing our swale. A few days later, he came over and said he meant no harm. We had a short, pleasant conversation and the mowing stopped — until last week. I am annoyed about the trespassing and concerned about our possible liability if this neighbor hurts someone or damages property. Also, I have not been working for the past several months and am home alone all day. I won- der if this neighbor keeps track of my comings and goings in order to mow while I am out and would- n’t see him. That scares me a bit. I think the mowing should be reported to the police in order to have a record in case something goes wrong. My husband says that getting the police involved might make mat- ters worse. He also said that no harm was done and most people would tell me to be grateful this guy saved me some work. So, should I laugh this off or report it? — Ner- vous in the Nutmeg State Dear Connecticut: We suspect your neighbor has a power mower that he likes to use and simultaneously believes he’s doing you a favor. Still, good neighbors respect one another’s boundaries. Since the situa- tion makes you uncomfort- able, have your husband speak to the neighbor and make it clear that he is cre- ating a problem, and if he doesn’t cease and desist, you will be forced to report it. If you have a homeown- ers or neighborhood associ- ation, ask for help in resolving this. Dear Annie: I read the letter from ‘‘Lonely but Afraid,’’ the 21-year-old virgin who is afraid to seek out relationships. She may be more likely to meet someone who would take the time to get to know her if she were to join a church group, or several. If her church does not have an active social group for young people, she should look around at other churches in the area, especially larger ones. Places of worship are more and more interested in outreach for young peo- ple. — Sandy Out East Dear Sandy: Thank you for mentioning this useful and often over- looked resource. Local Business Operators! 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