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All Natural Toothpaste - Purchase It Or Make It

By Leslie Ball


There are some actions that we do daily, and that are very important for our health, such as brushing our teeth, taking a shower, eating, etc. But do you really know what products you use? Maybe you know some ingredients, but the problem is that most of the product we use are filled with chemicals. Fortunately, there is an option for you, if you want to switch to all natural toothpaste and other products.

Let's take a look at the ingredients of a commercial toothpaste: chemicals, additives, detergents and even sweeteners. Among the chemicals and abrasives used, the worst one is propylene glycol (also used in some anti-freezes!). Some argue that fluoride is also toxic, especially in high quantities, while others recommend using a fluoride product, because it strengthens enamel.

Keep in mind that even though you buy your toothpaste from a natural food store, it may also contain various chemicals, such as sodium lauryl sulfate. This isn't really toxic, but it may harm the inside of your mouth, creating irritation or sores. Even though this can be made from natural oil, it is still considered relatively harmful.

The solution for these problems is to buy only natural products, made from plant extracts, essential oil, maybe some zinc oxide, citric acid or baking soda. Look up the stores that sell these kinds of toothpaste in your city and try them. You may also find there other natural cosmetic products that you may want to try.

You can always choose to create it yourself, so you can be sure it will have the perfect taste, solve the problems you are dealing with and why not, save some money. You only need a few ingredients and about ten minutes to get it done and the results are astonishing.

To create your own product you can use tea tree oil, to help clean and refresh the teeth, baking soda and/or sea salt to fight tartar buildup and whiten your denture, or orange and peppermint oil for a citrus-fresh taste. Some of you may prefer a herbal taste to the minty-fresh or citric one. There is a solution for you as well. Use licorice root, Indian almond, clove, peppermint and eucalyptus oil to get the herbal taste.

To sweeten the toothpaste you can use stevia powder or, even better, xylitol. Another great paste you can get is the one with different types of clay. It may sound weird, but it actually leaves your teeth very clean. It also helps teeth remineralization. You just mix the clay you want with purified water, a bit of sea salt, some sweetener (stevia, either powder or liquid, or xylitol) and one or two essential oils of your choice.

In conclusion, even if you choose to buy your toothpaste or make it, as long as you use natural products, your body will thank you. Think about all the chemicals that you save your body from absorbing. And the best part is how good you will look and feel.




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