Oral health is much more than a cosmetic concern. While whitening products are best-
sellers in the commercial market, gingivitis remains a dangerous and widespread health risk. Varying levels of mouth disease are linked with diabetes, heart disease, and more.
What’s worse, is that conventional oral health treatments aren’t much better. Again, loaded with triclosan and other chemicals, antiseptic mouthwashes introduce chemicals while posing health risks of their own. One study, published in in 2012, connected certain kinds of mouthwash with heart disease and blood pressure increases. Doesn’t that defeat some of the purpose?
Check your toothpaste and mouthwash for questionable ingredients like triclosan and controversial fluoride. Especially with children who will likely swallow some of the paste, it’s important to avoid toxins and potential risks as much as possible.
Check out my article on essential oils for oral health if you are stumped on which oils to use, then add them to these ingredients:
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup baking soda
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- 1-2 tsp sea salt
- 5-7 drops essential oils such as peppermint, orange, clove, or lavender
- optional: 1-2 tsp each stevia or bentonite clay
Directions:
Mix and place in a small jar or a squeeze bottle. Use a spoon or disposable wooden scoop to get the paste out and avoid contamination.
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