Dr Organic Coconut Oil Toothpaste, Whitening, Natural, Mens, Womens, Natural, Vegan, Cruelty-Free, Paraben & SLS-Free, Organic, 100ml, Packaging May Vary

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Commercial products containing turmeric should be fine, though be sparing with powders depending on how much turmeric they contain. Turmeric contents may vary from product to product. You can also add ¼ teaspoon additional baking soda if desired. A drop or two of mint extract can improve flavor if desired.

Let’s start by talking a little about why we brush our teeth and what a good toothpaste homemade baking soda toothpaste should offer. We brush our teeth to remove any acidic or sugary/starchy food particles and every smidgen of plaque — that slimy biofilm that can coat our teeth and lead to tooth decay. I also avoid anything that would prevent teeth from remineralizing, such as glycerin. Glycerine coats teeth and prevents them from remineralizing. It lurks quite often in commercial toothpaste that is labeled “natural.” This is known as greenwashing. Making us think it is natural and healthy when in fact it is filled with chemicals. Over the years we’ve managed to become completely self-sufficient with garlic. We now grow enough to eat all year (and then some!), plus we save our own seed garlic and usually have extra to sell or give away. And around here fresh, organic garlic ain’t cheap, so it’s a good cash crop for anyone who’s serious about selling it. I love this toothpaste recipe and have been using the original but my paste always dries up. I’ll have to play with it more. This recipe really does make my teeth look and feel fantastic. I love it! May have to get a squeezable tube and see how that goes. Q. I had bleeding gums the first few times I used this, is this normal?Meet Our Experts: Bobbi Stanley, DDS, a dentist and owner of Stanley Dentistry in Cary, North Carolina , Lata Stefano, DDS, a dentist and owner of Stefano Dental in Sandusky, Ohio, Colby Broadbent, DDS, chief of clinical affairs at Summer Dental

cup coconut oil (make sure you get the best coconut oil; for extra DIY points, you can make your own coconut oil at home) Classified as a pesticide by the Environmental Protection Agency. Linked to thyroid imbalances, resistance to antibiotics and is a possible cancer-causing carcinogen. Artificial Colours & Synthetic Sweeteners But on the other hand, it marks the end of an era, and of this publication that I’ve absolutely had the pleasure of creating and sharing with you. A case could be made that coconut oil has a near-perfect makeup to act as an effective toothpaste. Six top reasons, include: This recipe works just fine with water, but many people have successfully used vodka in its place to extend the shelf life (it lasts pretty long either way.) Q. Why NO Glycerin?While there’s always more we want to learn and do, as I look around me right now, I’m so grateful that we took those first steps, especially considering what’s happened in the world over the past few years! Therapeutic-grade essential oils from Plant Therapy provide additional oral health benefits. Some of my favorites include peppermint, spearmint, wintergreen, cinnamon, clove, lemon, and orange. Glycerin. This is a natural food byproduct used to give a smooth mouthfeel. It is probably reasonably safe to consume, but it may interfere with tooth mineralization. So it may be a good idea to leave out of toothpaste. With the world spinning out of control and food prices continuing to rise, it’s no wonder more people are taking an interest in learning to grow their own food at home. But that also means changing our relationship with food and learning to appreciate the work that goes into producing it and the natural seasonality of organically grown fruits and vegetables.