There are a number of reasons why I recommend making your own toothpaste, aside from the obvious which is that everything homemade is better – especially nowadays!
But particularly in this case. Fluoridated toothpaste, despite the claims, is actually quite unhealthy and not at all good for you. Fluoride is a toxic halogen for one, which suppresses thyroid function and can cause thyroid disorders and disease, not to mention that the fluoride buildup on your teeth that is the basis for the claims about fluoride is too thin to actually provide any real protection.
Natural toothpaste made with coconut oil on the other hand is inexpensive, contains no harmful chemicals, is effective against-cavity causing bacteria, and is easy and fun to make!
All you need are 5 simple ingredients:
- 3-5 parts Coconut oil
- 2 parts Baking soda
- 3 parts Xylitol, erythritol, or stevia (optional)
- 1 part Bentonite clay
- Essential oils to taste! Peppermint works well.
Mix to the proper consistency.
The clay adds a paste-like consistency to it, and the sweeteners have been linked to less cavities. Plus the baking soda helps whiten your teeth and the oils give it flavor!
You can use coconut oil for oil pulling too. I actually cured a cavity my dentist was pressing me to get filled by oil pulling with coconut oil 3-5 days a week!
Note: If you use Xylitol, DO NOT use this with dogs.
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Angela
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