The Doctor Said, ‘Your Baby’s Blood Sugar Is Dangerously Low.’

Posted on July 2, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Every parent’s heart would skip a beat.

But what does that really mean? How serious is it? And what can be done?

If you’ve ever welcomed a new baby or know someone who has this is one post worth reading.

In today’s post, I’ll explain:
Why newborn blood sugar naturally drops after birth
Which babies are most at risk
The warning signs every parent should know
How low blood sugar is treated
And why early treatment can protect your baby’s brain.

Please read and share with an expectant parent 🙂

Q: Hi my cousin gave birth yesterday and baby glucose was below 2 and even today, it’s still fluctuating by below 2. What is it that could help increase thee glucose level?

A: Hi dear, thanks for writing in and congratulations to your cousin.

A baby’s blood sugar level goes down in the first couple of hours after birth. This is normal. As baby feeds, the blood sugar level goes up and by the time it goes down again, your baby is probably already signaling for a feed.

Most healthy babies are able to deal with this variation in blood glucose levels as they will take as much milk as they need to keep their blood sugar level normal. Some babies are however not able to maintain this delicate balance and so low blood sugar is common in:

Babies born to diabetic mothers,
Babies born, too big or too small
Babies born prematurely

What could lead to this?
Poor nutrition in the mother during pregnancy
Blood incompatibility of baby and mother
Birth defects
Poor oxygen intake during birth
Liver disease
Excessive insulin produced in the baby of a diabetic mother
Infection
Cold stress (exposure to cold)

Why is this is cause for concern? It’s because the brain depends on glucose as a source of energy. If this is lacking, then baby starts to experience seizures and later on, brain damage. Other symptoms of low blood sugar include:

Jitteriness
Low body temperature
Blue colouration of the body
Poor feeding
Baby could stop breathing

Diagnosis is made by taking a blood sample and treatment is dependent on baby’s age at birth, baby’s overall health and medical history, baby’s tolerance for medication etc.

Treatment typically involves giving the baby glucose – either in the form of glucose and water by mouth or through an infusion. Or the paediatrician may recommend feeding the baby.

Let your cousin be guided by the paediatrician who will advise on the best course of action based on factors already described above.

All the best!

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Doctor, Tell Me The Exact Food That Will Lower My Blood Sugar.

Posted on July 2, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

If only it were that simple…

One of the biggest myths about diabetes is that there’s a single “superfood” that can bring your blood sugar back to normal.

There isn’t.

Blood sugar control isn’t about one magical food – it’s about the overall pattern of what you eat, how much you eat, and how you combine your meals.

The good news?

Some foods digest more slowly, helping to reduce sharp spikes in blood sugar.

In today’s post, I’ll explain:

Which foods help keep blood sugar steadier

Why beans are one of your best friends

The fruits that are better choices

Why brown isn’t always enough – you need to understand the glycaemic index

The healthy fats and proteins that can help

And perhaps the most overlooked tip of all…Eating slowly.

Before you spend money on expensive “diabetes foods” or herbal mixtures, read this first.

Q: Hello, please I want you to tell me the exact food, which will lower blood sugar level in the body. thanks

A: If you are diabetic, the first thing to do is to ensure that you work out a meal plan you’re your nutritionist/dietician. Your doctor will, most likely, refer you to one.

Understanding the glycemic index of food will also be helpful. This index is a measure that ranks foods that contain carbohydrates on a scale of 0 to 100.

The higher the number, the faster the food is digested, causing fluctuations in the blood sugar level and the lower the number, the slower the food is digested causing less fluctuations in the blood sugar level.

So the focus should be on foods with low glycemic index.

Here goes: principles of low glycemic eating:

Eat a lot of beans (any and every type), non-starchy veggies (garlic, onions, leeks, chives, cabbage, broccoli, lettuce, tomatoes, peppers etc) and fruits like apples, berries, peaches and pears.

Eat a lot of grains in their natural state like natural granola, brown or local rice and muesli cereal

Reduce your intake of concentrated sweets like fruit juices (no more than half a cup daily…if you must) and other sugar loaded or sweetened drinks. You should definitely be guided by your nutritionist here

Load up on healthy proteins like fish, skinless chicken and beans…again

Reduce your intake of refined grain products like white bread and polished rice.

Reduce your intake of bad fats by avoiding fast foods and limiting your intake of animal products. Focus on healthy oils like Olive oil and nuts like almonds etc. However, even these should be taken in moderation as even healthy oils are full of calories! It appears as if you just can’t win!😃

Be sure to take your breakfast and eat 3 meals with a snack or 2 (healthy options, of course)

Finally, remember to eat slowly to give enough time for your stomach tell your brain that you’re full…and then stop!

All the best!

What’s the biggest thing you’ve had to give up because of diabetes?

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Can The way You Sleep Affect Your Baby?

Posted on July 1, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

“Doctor… will sleeping on my tummy hurt my baby?”

This is one of the commonest questions pregnant women ask.

Many become so worried that they stop sleeping in the position they’re most comfortable in even during the early weeks of pregnancy.

But the good news is that in early pregnancy, sleeping on your tummy is generally not a problem if you’re comfortable.

The real concern comes later in pregnancy, and surprisingly, it’s often sleeping flat on your back that deserves more attention.

Why?

Because as your baby grows, your womb can press on a major vein, reducing blood flow back to your heart. That can make you feel dizzy and may reduce blood flow to the placenta.

In today’s post, I’ll discuss:
The safest sleeping positions during pregnancy
When you should stop sleeping on your back
A simple pillow trick that can ease back pain and help you sleep better

If you’re pregnant or know someone who is, this is worth reading.

Q: Hello Doctor. ..is it safer for a pregnant women to sleep on her tummy?

A: Congratulations on your pregnancy!

In early pregnancy, there’s nothing really wrong with lying on your tummy….that’s if you feel comfortable. As your pregnancy progresses, you will definitely not be able to do so again. So, if this is your guilty pleasure, enjoy it while it lasts.

Generally, in the first trimester, if you’re used to sleeping on your back or tummy, you can continue.

However, as you get into your second trimester, it is fact that pregnant women should not sleep on their backs especially close to term. This is because the woman may feel dizzy as the growing uterus puts pressure on the vein that returns blood from the body making the woman feel dizzy on getting up and the baby may also not get enough nutrients from the placenta in that position.

As pregnancy proceeds, you may start to experience more backaches as the weight you have put on starts to take its toll. Be sure to sit up straight on chairs with proper back support to help with this. Sleeping on your side with a pillow between your legs will also help. This may be the cause of your backaches but if they are very discomforting, please see your doctor. Better safe than sorry.

What sleeping position has been most comfortable for you during pregnancy?

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Don’t Apply Hair Removal Cream Until You Know This!

Posted on June 30, 2026 by chatwithdrketch


“I only left the hair removal cream on for a few extra minutes…”

That’s a sentence many people have said. Unfortunately, for some, it ends with red, painful blisters, or even a chemical burn.

Why?

Hair removal creams don’t just dissolve hair.

They work by breaking down the same protein that’s also found in the outer layer of your skin.

That’s why leaving the cream on for longer than instructed doesn’t remove hair better…it can start removing your skin instead.

The good news?

When used correctly, hair removal creams are generally safe, even on the chest.

In today’s post, I’ll explain:

Where you can safely use them
Where you should NEVER apply them
How to avoid chemical burns
Why you should always test a small patch of skin first
And how to prevent those annoying razor bumps and ingrown hairs after shaving

Before your next shave or before you reach for that depilatory cream, read this first.

Q: Hello Dr, how are you doing, thanks for all the educative advice. Please I want to know if HAIR REMOVAL CREAM is advisable for removing hair on my chest.?

A: Hair removal cream also known as depilatory creams contain chemicals like thioglycolic acid (responsible for that strong and pungent odour associated with these creams) that break down the protein (Keratin) in hair. This leads to weakening and dissolution of the hair making it easy to be scraped away from the skin’s surface.

This product is usually used with great caution as keratin is also found in the top layer of the skin and if the cream is left on for too long, the chemical in it starts working on the skin leading to chemical burns and blisters. So be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions, strictly and test the cream on a small patch of skin on the arm or leg before using it on a large area. If you have any sort of reaction like blisters, burning, redness etc, wipe off immediately and do not use that same brand again. If you’re still up for it, you could try a different brand.

​Depilatory creams are generally safe to use on the chest (though they were originally developed for the arm and legs). There are special products for people who have sensitive skin too.

Please do not use depilatory creams on the following areas:

Groin – use only around the bikini line. How? Wear a pair of old panties and then apply the cream on the hair that is exposed. Do not apply on the area covered by the panties
Around the anus or nipples
Eyebrows or around the eye area
Nose – not for nose hair
Scalp
Ear – not ideal for ear hair

Avoid using this cream:
If you have broken or irritated skin
If you have a sunburn
If you have had any other form of hair removal within 24 hours
If you are undergoing medical treatment for skin conditions, diabetes or circulatory disorders. In these cases, speak with your doctor first
If you are allergic to any of the components of the cream

Where in doubt, always speak with your doctor!

To round off this discourse, here are some tips for avoiding razor bumps after hair removal:

Razor bumps are also known as ingrown hairs. Ingrown hairs occur when hair curls back and brow back into the skin. This is particularly easy with hair that had been cut (as in shaving) as the hair that grows back usually has a sharp edge and finds it easy to ‘pierce’ into the skin.

For under arm bumps, a solution to this is to stop shaving and leave the hair well alone 😀 Another option is to use depilatory cream. This may, however, cause irritation and so should not be used more than once or twice a week.

Try to resist the urge to press these bumps but if the temptation proves too great, use a sterile needle to tease out the hair, if it appears to lie close to the surface. If it appears deep, please leave well alone…let’s not give you scars you’d rather not have 😀

Preventive measures you can practice include:
• Using a single blade shave stick
• Wet the area to be shaved with warm water and use a shave gel
• Try not to shave too close…you know how you like to pull the skin taut to achieve a better shave? Well, stop doing that as this encourages hair to curl back into the skin
• Shave in the direction of growth of the hair.
If infections occur, the bumps become filled with pus and you may be prescribed antibiotics for this. Your doctor may also prescribe some drugs to help calm down the inflammation.

For razor bumps in the groin….

In Africans, the hair in the groin area is very curly and so it is pretty easy for the hair to curl and grow down instead of growing up and out. These lead to red, raised spots/bumps which could get infected and become pus-filled.

More often than not, an ingrown hair does not require special treatment. They just leave quietly on their own…much like how they came. This of course, presupposes that there is no shaving done during this period to aggravate the situation. In the meantime, do not squeeze the bumps as this may push the bacteria further inside. You could use a soft bristled brush to loosen the hair before shaving or use a sterile needle or tweezers to tease out the ingrown hair(s) if it lies close to the surface.

How to prevent ingrown hairs? Simple! Stop shaving…at least for a while. That’s always an option. There’s always a huge debate about whether things should be kept natural down there! 😀 However, if you choose to shave, try using a scissors to trim, before using a single blade shave stick to shave. Make the hair as wet as possible using shave foam and then shave in the direction of the growth of the hair. And while you may think it’s fun to be completely clean shaven there, try not to shave too close to the skin and rinse the shaver after each stroke:D Pat the area gently afterwards…don’t rub vigorously. Remember that re-using razors you have used on the infected parts may lead to further re-infection with bacteria that are on the surface of the razor.

Your doctor will make a definitive diagnosis. He/she may prescribe some anti-biotic ointment or oral antibiotics (taken by mouth) and some other ointments to stop the inflammation. Remember that antibiotics should be taken for the full period prescribed by the doctor and not stopped as soon as you feel better.

Have you ever had a bad reaction to a hair removal cream or razor bumps after shaving?

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What If You Could Remember Your Past But Could Not Make New Memories?

Posted on June 29, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

When you hear the word amnesia, what comes to mind?

Someone who wakes up and can’t remember their own name?

That’s what movies have taught us 😃

But real-life amnesia is often very different.

Many people with amnesia **know exactly who they are**.

The real problem is that they may struggle to make new memories, or they may lose memories of things that happened before an illness or injury.

Some of the conditions that can affect memory?
Stroke.
Severe head injury.
Alcohol-related vitamin deficiency.
Brain tumours.
Even emotional trauma.

And one question I’m often asked is:

Is there a drug that cures amnesia?

In today’s post, we’ll explain what amnesia really is, what causes it, why it happens, and what treatment can and cannot do.

Q: Happy new month, Drug prescription for amnesia?

A: Amnesia refers to the loss of memories. People with amnesia know who they are but have challenges learning new information or forming new memories.

What are the causes? They are many and diverse because brain function is controlled by many parts of the brain, such than any problem with one area affects memory. There are 3 types of amnesia:

Neurological amnesia– this is due to damage to the brain and can be caused by conditions such as those listed below:
Stroke
Inadequate oxygen supply to the brain in conditions like a heart attack
Thiamine deficiency from long-term alcohol use
Tumors in the areas of the brain associated with memory
Seizures

Permanent amnesia from severe head injuries resulting from incidents like road traffic accidents

Dissociative amnesia is from emotional shock or trauma. Person involved, may lose personal memories but usually only briefly.

People at risk of amnesia are those who are suffering from or had suffered any of the conditions listed for neurological amnesia

Two main features of amnesia are:

Retrograde amnesia, in which the patient cannot remember previously familiar information

Anterograde amnesia which the patient cannot absorb new information

Additional symptoms may include creation of false memories and confusion

To prevent amnesia:
Avoid excessive alcohol use.
Wear protective head gear when bicycling and a seat belt when driving.
Treat infections quickly to prevent spread to the brain.
Get treated immediately in the event of a stroke

You asked about drugs for treating amnesia. Unfortunately, there are none for now. However, if amnesia is caused by lack of thiamin, then replacement therapy is sufficient treatment.

Generally, treatment focuses on the memory problem and underlying diseases.

Technology can play a huge role here, sending out messages to remind patients of certain key activities
Occupational therapy, is also useful and could involve memory training.

I hope this helps! 😀

Before today, what did you think amnesia meant?

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Smoke In My Eyes!

Posted on June 28, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Doctor, it feels like there’s smoke in my eyes.

That’s how many people describe it.

Others say their vision suddenly becomes blurry… cloudy… or as though they’re looking through a dirty window.

Most assume it’s just tired eyes; and sometimes it is.

But sometimes, it could be your eyes warning you about something that needs urgent attention.

The good news?

Many of these conditions can be treated, especially when they’re detected early.

In today’s post, we’ll explore some of the common causes of blurry or cloudy vision, why you shouldn’t ignore it, and when it’s time to see an eye specialist.

Q: Please Dr., what causes eye pain like feeling as if there is smoke?

A: Cloudy vision is a situation in which objects appear milky and ‘veiled’. It is oftentimes used interchangeably with blurry eyes. Blurry, cloudy or even double vision can be seen in disease conditions like:

• Cataract: This is a cloudy area on the lens and can lead to cloudy vision. If not taken care of, they can cause vision loss to the point of blindness. And yes, excessive exposure to sunlight increases your risk of having this condition.

• Near sightedness (myopia) can lead to blurry vision with associated headache and eye strain.

• Far sightedness (hyperopia) can also result in blurred vision when looking at close objects.

• Glaucoma, a condition in which there is increased pressure in the eye

• Diabetes Mellitus in which there is damage to the retina (light sensitive layer) of the eye

• Astigmatism in which there is blurred vision up close and at a distance.

• Pregnancy and migraine headaches are also causes of blurred vision.

This is by no means, an exhaustive list!

Please revisit the hospital and this time, see an ophthalmologist (an eye doctor) who will carry out a detailed eye exam. This should help make a definitive diagnosis. Treatment depends on cause: Cataract requires surgery and replacement of cloudy leans with a clear one; hyperopia, myopia and astigmatism are treated with either contact lens, eyeglasses or refractive surgery etc

Enjoy the rest of your weekend, y’all 🙂

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Your Baby May Be Drinking…But Still Leaving Hungry!

Posted on June 27, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

My baby is always hungry. I don’t think I’m producing enough breast milk.

If you’ve ever thought this, you’re not alone – it’s one of the commonest worries new mothers have.

But here’s something you need to know – not all breast milk is created equal. 😃

The first milk your baby gets during a feed (foremilk) is different from the richer, creamier milk that comes later (hindmilk).

If your baby doesn’t stay on the breast long enough, they may quench their thirst—but still be hungry afterwards.

That can make you think your milk supply is low… when the real issue is something else entirely.

Today’s post explains:
Why babies feed so often
Why breast milk is usually enough
Why babies don’t need extra water during exclusive breastfeeding
The difference between foremilk and hindmilk
A simple feeding tip that could make all the difference

So, before you reach for formula or water because you think your milk isn’t enough…read this.

Over and over again, I have had breast feeding mothers tell me that they don’t make enough breast milk to feed their babies. Or they would say, their babies get hungry too often and so it is difficult to keep up with the crazy schedule of ‘feeding on demand’ that breast feeding requires of you.

Breast milk is very important to new born babies and really no child should be deprived on the many benefits of breast feeding exclusively. There are some mothers who, by reason of specific health conditions, cannot breast feed their babies. However, the greater majority of mothers are able to make enough breast milk to keep their babies satisfied.

Here are our top five tips for breast feeding properly:
Patience: You’ve got to have loads of it. Sometimes, your baby feeds and then stops a bit just to gaze into your eyes. Give him/her the time needed to bond with you.

There are two types of milk in the breast milk: the fore and the hind milk. You have to be sure that your baby gets both during each feeding session.

Give the fore milk to quench thirst. The fore milk is mainly water and low in fats. If you observe, it’s bluish in colour. Its high water content is the reason why you don’t need to give your baby extra water. It’s also rich in protein, carbohydrates and vitamins.

Be sure to give the hind milk. Now, if you finish giving just the fore milk and stop, the baby will be hungry thereafter as she has essentially only taken water. The milk that comes after the fore milk is thicker containing fats and has a whole lot of calories. The baby needs this to be very well nourished and to satisfy the hunger pangs. The longer a mother waits between meals, the more foremilk is produced and it takes your baby that much longer to get to the more filling hind milk.

Let your baby feed on demand and each session should last until the breast ‘feels’ empty. I say ‘feel’ because the breast never really empties out After this, change to the other breast.

Remember that breast milk is the best and cheapest food for your baby. It also helps fortify your baby against diseases…so, now you have the right tools to get this done right.

Did you know breast milk changes during a single feed?

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I Found My First Grey Hair…And Everyone Blamed Stress!

Posted on June 26, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Sound familiar?

The truth is, stress gets blamed for almost every grey hair that appears but that’s only part of the story.

Did you know that:
Grey hair can run in families?
Some children develop grey hair too.
Sometimes early greying may be linked to conditions like vitamin B12 deficiency, anaemia, or thyroid disease.
And in many people, it’s simply written in their genes.

So…can grey hair be reversed?

Or is colouring it the only option?

Today’s post explains why hair turns grey, what “premature greying” really means and when you should see a doctor. Read!

Q: Good evening Doc. Please, can you explain what causes early greying of the hair and what can be done to reverse it? Thanks

A: Hmmm, this is a question we all wish we had answers to!

I noticed my first smattering of grey hair some years ago and because I had just taken on a new role with loads of responsibilities, everyone believed it was due to stress. I think my hair dresser noticed it before I did 😄 She wanted to pull it out (it was just a single strand at that time) but I was having none of it 😀 I wanted it right there. I felt it was my badge of honour; it spoke to things I had been through and conquered. And so, I kept it…and it has now become a smattering of about 50 grey hair right in front of my head! But that’s me…everyone else thinks this is strange 😉 But right from an early age I have always admired people with grey hair.

Now, enough about me and my weird fascination for grey hair!

Back to the question….

Most people don’t like grey hair as they believe it makes them look old. It is a natural process of life and at some point, we would all have grey hair…some earlier than others. Hair usually has the colour it does because of pigment-producing cells at the root of the hair follicles. Over time the follicles produce less pigment causing the hair to go grey. In other instances, naturally occurring hydrogen peroxide can build up in the hair, bleaching it.

The major cause of grey hair is getting older. This would usually occur around mid 40s for black people, late 30s for Asians and mid 30s for Caucasians. Premature greying happens before these ages and can occur even in children as the hair pigments just stop making pigments. This may not necessarily be associated with any medical condition. Genes play a role here and it could just happen. However, in some situations premature greying can happen due to anaemia, vitamin B12 deficiency, a condition known as vitiligo, thyroid problems etc. So, you could get a doctor to check if you have any of these underlying conditions. Treatment of these conditions may help.

In other instances where a patch of hair just turns grey(poliosis), it could be due to the immune system accidently destroying pigment cells in a particular area of hair or due to genetic disorders. It could happen in children born without pigment cells in a particular area of their hair.

Is there a treatment? Not really. So you can work with a hair stylist colour your hair (permanently or semi-permanently), put in highlights or just style creatively.

You can go short and sport a nice trim hair cut that shows off your grey or ensure you have it looking nice and sleek….just like a woman I saw in church all those years ago! Sigh…she looked so distinguished! There I go, drooling again…😄

So, that’s it! No reversal…it’s just mask it or rock it 😀

At what age did you notice your first grey hair? Or are you still waiting? 😄

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Expired… Or Not?

Posted on June 25, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

Your blood tablets expire in 2 months.

Do you:

A. Throw them away immediately?
B. Keep taking them?
C. You’re not even sure what the expiry date means?

If you’re like most people, you’ve probably done at least one of these.

Many people don’t actually understand what an expiry date means or the difference between “Expiry Date,” “Use By,” and “Best Before.”

And when it comes to medicines, getting it wrong can affect both safety and effectiveness.

In today’s post, we’ll answer a common question:

“If my medicine expires in two months, can I still take it?”

We’ll also explain:
What expiry dates really mean
When medicines should be thrown away
Why storage matters
The warning signs that a medicine may no longer be safe

Before you take your next tablet or throw away that old medicine read this.

Q: Please Dr, can I still take any drugs that will expire in two months’ time (Blood tablet)?

A: Thanks for writing in.

Very good question! This is something we all take for granted. But what does the expiry date mean? If this is referred to in another way, does it mean the same thing?

There are a couple of controversies about whether medications are completely bad when they are expired or whether they can still be taken with no problems. We will not delve into these controversies and will focus on what you should do.

The expiry date refers to a particular date beyond which the medications may not be safe to use anymore and when they may be only partially or not at all effective. These dates are usually seen on the packaging or label of the medication, usually put there by the manufacturer of the medication and goes by different nomenclatures: expiry, expires, exp, use by, use before, exp date etc

All medications should be stored properly; usually away from sunlight in a cool place. Once the expiry date is past, do not use it. If it is still within the useful date (before expiry date) but looks and/or tastes and/or smells funny/different, please discontinue use until you get this checked out by your doctor or pharmacist.

If a medication has ‘expiry date’ of July 2017, this means ‘do not take this medication beyond the last day of July, 2017’

If a medication has a ‘use by, use before or best before date’ of July, 2017, this means, ‘do not take this medication beyond the last day of June 2017′

This is also helpful when assessing the expiry dates of foods etc.

So, if your medications are due to expire in 2 months, smell, taste and/or look normal, have been stored properly, it’s probably okay to take them. Where in doubt, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

I hope this helps.

Be honest: Have you ever checked the expiry date on a medicine before taking it? 😊

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Want Whiter Teeth?

Posted on June 24, 2026 by chatwithdrketch

How Can I Whiten My Brown Teeth?

Q: Hello Dr Ketch. I appreciate your efforts to see that people stay healthy. My question: is there anything that one can do to make ones brown teeth to be white again?

A: Thanks for writing in. Brown teeth can be embarrassing. Smoking, drinking coffee, wine, tea etc can cause this. Generally brightly coloured foods like some candies, berries and sauces also have the potential to stain teeth if they are left on the surface long enough.

To prevent these stains, try the following tips:

Avoid or significantly reduce the amount of these fluids or foods in your typical diet.

If you can’t avoid them, then reduce the amount of time the foods or fluids have contact with your teeth by chewing and swallowing promptly. Yes, I know I’ve said you should chew intentionally so that your tummy has the chance to receive signals from the brain which tell it that it’s full 😀 But, in this instance, we’re trying to choose the lesser of two evils 😀

Use straws. These will ensure that the fluids get little contact time with your teeth.

Learn to swish your teeth with water after you’ve taken any of these foods to ‘wash’ away the residue of the stain-causing foods.

As for what to do if you already have stained teeth, I reproduce one of my posts on that subject:

There are easily obtainable teeth whitening tooth pastes. They help remove surface stains that may be caused by coffee or nicotine.

When whitening paste is used at least twice a day for a period of time between 2 to 6 weeks, significant results are seen. However, care has to be taken to ensure that these pastes are used according to the manufactures’ instructions otherwise, they can cause erosion of the enamel of the teeth.

Please note that the whitening tooth pastes do not alter the natural colour of your teeth and by extension are not also useful, if the stain is deeper than the surface of your teeth! 😀

Whitening strips and gels are also available. Apart from all these, there are a couple more sophisticated treatments available from the dentists’. So check with yours.

Beyond all these, please don’t forget the place of regular brushing of teeth in the maintenance of a bright and gorgeous set of teeth.

Fruits like apples and strawberries actually contain substances that help whiten the teeth. So, just like the doctor ordered…an apple a day, keeps the doctor (and the dentist 😃) away.

A DIY (Do It Yourself) solution is to mix the juice of one lemon with one or two pinches of baking soda. Then dip a cotton ball into this and leave this on your teeth for 1 minute ONLY! Yes, I had to scream that for emphasis 😀 If you leave it longer than that, the lemon juice can lead to the erosion of the enamel. So, if you can’t manage this, please just see your doctor who will suggest other solutions too or get it done for you professionally.

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