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A member asked:

Tons of respiratory infections/colds and now the flu. could this be due to my bad teeth?

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Not directly: But indirectly it may be you are run down. You r immune system sounds compromised. Proper rest diet vitamins, fluids, and get your mouth under control. Also a blood test by your physician is the way to go!

Dr Davantzis agreed

Answered 6/14/2014

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