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Filling rotten baby teeth may be an unnecessary trial for children to endure, experts say.

Some 40% of five-year-olds in the UK have tooth decay and at least one in 10 of these is treated with fillings.

But anecdotal evidence from 50 dentists gathered by Manchester University researchers suggests filling baby teeth may not offer significant benefits.

Advisers to the NHS are now beginning a study on treatment options to provide dentists with clear guidelines.

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Low Vitamin B6 Linked to Inflammation

Chronic Inflammation Tied to Low Blood Levels of Vitamin B6

Low levels of vitamin B6 may be a key factor involved with chronic inflammation in the body. But don't go rushing to the supplement aisle just yet.

A new study shows a strong association between chronic inflammation and the essential vitamin found in foods such as lean meats, legumes, and vegetables.

Researchers found that people with the lowest levels of vitamin B6 in their blood had the highest levels of chronic inflammation, based on a wide variety of indicators. Those with the most vitamin B6 circulating in the bloodstream were also the least likely to have indicators of inflammation.

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