Description: Natural toothpaste is an alternative to many toothpastes which are toxic to our body. Most toothpastes are a thick gel, although there are tooth powders available which are less abrasive and contain baking soda. They work to clean our teeth, freshen breath and prevent cavities and plaque by using non-toxic ingredients such as: zinc citrate, xylitol, silica, propolis, myrrh and other herbal resins. There are many different flavors and kinds available, and products for more specific treatments such as whitening toothpastes. Some popular flavors include: peppermint, orange, cinnamon, spearmint, grape and strawberry. After brushing, you may choose to use a gentle mouth wash or rinse to further clean your mouth, soothe (with essential oils/herbs), and prevent cavities. Mouthwashes not containing alcohol or saccharin are best, as they are not as harsh. Witch hazel is a good alternative for alcohol based products.
What to look for: Toothpastes in which the ingredients are biodegradable, vegetable based, organic and minimally processed. Do not use products which have been tested on animals or contain any animal ingredients. Choose eco-friendly pastes that are produced by companies that are using sustainable practices.
Uses: Should be used at least twice a day to prevent buildup of tartar and plaque, and to prevent cavities.
Where to find: Health Food Stores and Online Resources.
Avoid: Toothpaste with fluoride, as research has shown it to be a toxic substance with a rating faintly higher than lead. Excessive consumption of fluoride can strip the enamel from our teeth and weaken our bones. While our kidneys are able to filter some of the fluoride out of our system, it cannot get rid of all of it and 50% usually remains in our body and builds up. Avoid toothpastes with alcohol. Do not use products which contain artificial sweeteners, preservatives, or dyes.
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My family and I have been using Spry Toothpaste, flouride free, for over a year. It cleans our teeth better than anything else we have tried. It is sweetened with xylitol, and our three kids just love brushing with it! It can be found at health food stores.
Tom's of Maine also has a toothpaste without flouride. I did find it in our local Walmart, but you really have to look hard or ask for it. http://www.tomsofmaine.com
Watch the ingredient lists on Tom's - not ALL of them are good. Of course - the same goes all over - always check the ingredient lists, if you aren't sure.
Miswak is an all natural alternative to commercial toothpaste. It is made from the Salvadora persica tree. You should give it, or other teeth-cleaning twigs, a try.
Has anybody out there tried Coral White?
Some toothpastes like Tom's of Maine has Sodium Laurel Sulfate. Although they do sell some with out it. Just look at the labels. I think avoiding Sodium Laurel Sulfate should also be included in this article.
Is it okay to use straight baking soda (aluminum free) as a toothpaste? I've been using tooth soap (check it out at http://www.toothsoap.com) and have really enjoyed that product, but wanted to try baking soda for tooth whitening purposes. I'm just wondering if straight baking soda is too abrasive and would be bad for the enamel?
Thanks!
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Has anyone out there tried Earthpaste natural toothpaste? Thanks.
Anyone have other suggestions...
Hi Darlene,
Please try this link for toothpaste. http://ow.ly/ebek7 (You may need and copy and paste it into your internet search engine.
Thanks
Joe