If you read the box of some name-brand toothpastes or mouthwashes, you may see a warning that if they are swallowed you should call poison control immediately.
The warnings are usually only on the toothpaste box and not on the toothpaste tube itself. In my opinion, we shouldn’t be putting any kind of poison in our mouths at all.
“On a daily basis, your mouth is host to over 100,000,000 micro-creatures who are swimming, feeding, reproducing and depositing waste in your mouth.” (1) Makes you want to brush your teeth, right!
If you brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes each time, over the course of your life, you will use around 20 gallons of toothpaste! (2)
I buy brands that are free of poison and not harmful to my body.
I use EWG approved toothpaste here are some reasons why:
First ever EWG VERIFIED™ toothpaste in the world & part of the fully-verified Oral Care line
All products bearing the EWG VERIFIED mark meet rigorous criteria, including compliance with strict ingredient standards, manufacturing transparency & robust labeling
Sugar free
Fluoride free
Water-soluble abrasives clean without damaging tooth enamel
Supports healthy teeth & gums
The non-toxic formula means it is safe for the whole family
Natural peppermint oil freshens breath
I also use primal organics tooth products.
A few other thoughts are that you should avoid sharing your toothpaste.
It can spread germs with others’ toothbrushes brushing against the toothpaste opening.
Get a new toothbrush after any illness, or at least every two months. This will prevent the toothbrush from becoming too built up with pathogens.
Use a tongue scraper to keep the tongue clean and fresh. Floss at least once daily to keep gums healthy and to remove bacteria from between teeth.
If you want whiter teeth, Primal Life Organics has an excellent, safe teeth whitener kit.
Teaching children healthy hygiene habits is so beneficial for their long-term health
This company is world wide, so you can buy their products (almost) anywhere world wide.
Let me know if you have any more questions!
Sources
1 & 2 – Delta Dental Tips, /MediaLibraries/Global/documents/Delta-Dental-Tooth-Tips-v2-MI-OH-IN.pdf
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