Consider Using a Natural Toothpaste in Place of Commercial Ones for a Safer Experience

A growing band of knowledgeable consumers are turning away from commercial brands of toothpaste because they have become aware how they are loaded with toxic chemicals including fluoride.

In fact, instructions on commercial toothpaste packaging warn against swallowing toothpaste (as if that will keep you safe).

Fluoride should always be avoided

Fluoride 'fills in' holes in teeth and bones before the body has an opportunity to correct the holes with proper minerals. Fluoride actually creates weaker teeth and bones.

Fluoride is also a neuro-toxin.

Make sure to brush with fluoride-free toothpaste and use filtered water with fluoride-eliminating filters. In addition to the sodium fluoride in commercial toothpastes, there are artificial sweeteners, artificial colorings and other toxic chemicals.

The oral mucosa in your mouth will absorb these harmful ingredients.

How to make your own toothpaste at home

A simple home made tooth paste can be made by mixing coconut oil, aluminum-free baking soda and a couple of drops of peppermint oil.

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons organic coconut oil
• 3 tablespoons baking soda
• 1/2 small (individual) packet of stevia (optional)
• 20-25 drops of peppermint oil 

Directions Mix all ingredients in a bowl and store in a tightly sealed container.  Instead of peppermint oil, you can ring the changes with spearmint essential oil, clove oil or rose oil.

When using this toothpaste, sometimes give it a rest for a day or two and use just the plain organic coconut oil because baking soda can cause abrasions to the teeth if used continuously every day.

Alternative toothpaste recipe

For this one:

• Use 3 ounces of fluoride-free water to which is added 1 teaspoon of baking soda and 1 teaspoon of hydrogen peroxide.
• Mix together in a container which can be sealed.
• Tip out a small amount onto a saucer when it is time to clean your teeth and keep dipping your toothbrush into the mixture.

Just one word of warning about this recipe: do not use it if you have amalgam fillings because they contain mercury and the peroxide releases this toxic mercury from the fillings.

Make a natural mouth wash to use after cleaning your teeth

This is also excellent to prevent gum recession. Add a teaspoon of natural salt (such as Himalayan salt) to a quarter cup of water. Swish through your teeth for a few minutes before spitting out again.

• If you wish to buy a natural toothpaste, Trader Joe’s has a great one which is all natural, no fluoride and anti-plaque. The ingredients include fennel, propolis and myrrh. This comes in a large tube and is very cost effective.

Take that special bit of effort to make your own safe and natural tooth paste that will neither harm your bones nor your general health.

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