OREM, UT--(Marketwire - September 16, 2008) - A recent study conducted by taste and hearing
experts at the University of Florida College of Dentistry suggests that
"people with a serious history of childhood ear infections appear to be
about 70 percent more likely to be obese than those with no history."(i)
The majority of infection-causing bacteria enter the body through the nose
-- often attaching themselves to nasal tissue in the upper respiratory
tract and Eustachian tubes causing sinus and ear infections. Keeping the
nasal passages clean and hydrated with
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"The published study by the University of Florida indicated that chronic
ear infections may damage a vital taste-sensing nerve in kids, which may
influence the types and amount of foods they like to eat, particularly
sweet and fattening foods," commented Blaine Yates, chief executive officer
of Xlear, Inc. "The researchers went as far to say that 'without question
those with otitis media weighed more'(ii) than those without. Xlear Nasal
Spray acts as a natural hydrator and cleanser, and given this report,
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The University of Florida study is also supported by other studies
conducted by researchers and scientists at the University of Connecticut,
the Otitis Media Research Center at the University of Minnesota, and the
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD).
The University of Connecticut study concluded that people with taste nerve
damage preferred sweets and high-fat foods. The University of Minnesota
scientists found that ear infections that require tubes can lead to higher
body mass index in toddlers, while NIDCD research discovered that children
who were treated for ear infections by having their tonsils removed were at
a greater risk of being overweight.
Yates added, "We have learned a lot about ear infections over the past
several years as issues of anti-biotic resistance and now connections to
obesity are raising awareness for the health problem. It is important that
parents consider all options available to help their children avoid
suffering from ear infections and any possible future health issues. Tens
of thousands of people around the world trust Xlear Nasal Spray as an all
natural complement to their other health practices."
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About Xlear, Inc.
Founded in 2000, Xlear, Inc. (pronounced "clear") is recognized as one of
the leading manufacturers of xylitol products, and one of the largest
importers of
xylitol in
the United States. Xlear, Inc. is committed to providing consumers with the
health benefits of xylitol by manufacturing all-natural, health-enhancing
products. Xlear, Inc. offers Xlear Saline Nasal Spray with Xylitol, an
award-winning, patented saline and xylitol solution; a complete line of
dental health products under the
Spry Dental
Defense System brand;
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baking and general consumption; and
Fine & Dandy
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a private company with headquarters in Orem, Utah.
(i) Aleccia, JoNel, "Early ear infections may pack on pounds later,"
August 28, 2008, http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/26391940/
(ii) ibid
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