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Pleasurable eating: Foods that relieve tooth sensitivity
Sensitive and tentative I had just walked for two blissful hours along a beautiful coastline on a hot summer’s day and arrived at a beachside cafe famous for its homemade ice creams. Taking my time to select a scoop each of lemon sorbet and salted caramel, I carried...
Make a simple natural mouthwash
This simple natural mouthwash is excellent for any kind of gum problem including receding gums, bleeding gums, gingivitis, gum disease, and even periodontal disease. To make a sage rinse, cover a handful of fresh or tablespoon of dried sage with boiling spring water,...
Could oil pulling put you at risk?
The surprising origins* of oil pulling *updated September 2021 Oil pulling may be an effective way to clean your teeth and gums very thoroughly by swishing a spoonful of oil around your mouth so that it absorbs bacteria and toxins, then spitting it out. It's believed...
What is the best toothpaste for you?
'What is the best toothpaste you recommend?' is probably the most single most FAQ I'm asked. The truth is that there is no single best toothpaste I can recommend. Let me explain why. All toothpastes are a compromise Mainstream supermarket brands are full of toxic...
Is it really possible naturally heal cavities with tooth remineralization?
Is it really possible to remineralize cavities naturally? The short answer is yes! Tooth remineralization is a natural process in a healthy body. Small cavitites come and go naturally all the time Small cavities are very easy to heal holistically because your...
How to brush your teeth better
Do you still brush your teeth the way you were taught in childhood? You brush your teeth every day, but when is the last time you updated technique? Do you know what kind of brushing your teeth and gums need? Certain medications, poor nutrition, too much stress or...
Strong Oral Health On a Plant Based Diet
Why is it that some vegans never get cavities, but others see their teeth deteriorating rapidly? How can you prevent tooth decay and gum disease on a plant-based diet?
How I quit sugar without effort, withdrawals or cravings
I stopped eating sugar (fructose) 2.5 years ago, without effort, withdrawals or regret.Before that I was a famous baker of delicious cakes and cookies because I practiced often (and ate my own baking). I was greedy with chocolate. I snacked on dried fruit and guzzled fruit juices. I ate candy, even when it hurt.
Are nuts driving your tooth decay?
Cereals, legumes, nuts and seeds all contain phytic acid which is implicated in both tooth decay and gum recession. People who are genetically or otherwise vulnerable to dental caries and gingivitis should avoid or only consume limited amounts of these foods with careful preparation and accompanied by other nutrients that will aid digestion.
Learning to love liver to prevent a root canal
For a genuine super-food, liver gets a very bad rap. Most people, when I recommend liver as a essential teeth and gum healing food, grimace and shudder at thought of eating this most accessible of offal. However, when I ask if they think they could bear to eat pâté, they will often relax.
