Tooth health

According to the wikipedia:

Tooth decay is caused by specific types of acid-producing bacteria which cause damage in the presence of fermentable carbohydrates such as sucrose, fructose, and glucose. The mineral content of teeth is sensitive to increases in acidity from the production of lactic acid. Specifically, a tooth (which is primarily mineral in content) is in a constant state of back-and-forth demineralization and remineralization between the tooth and surrounding saliva. When the pH at the surface of the tooth drops below 5.5, demineralization proceeds faster than remineralization (i.e. there is a net loss of mineral structure on the tooth's surface). This results in the ensuing decay.

Tooth health starts with a correct diet and your energetic makeup. People born in the yang fire years; that is, years ending in 6, have to minimize the consumption of acidic foods or they run the risk of developing teeth problems, namely dental caries.

However, dental decay is so widespread in modern society that I am surprised Governments do not pay enough attention to this important health condition. Some resort to the use of water fluoridation programs which in turn not only do not reduce the incidence of cavities but also it is unethical to force medication onto people.


Anyway, I personally do not see how putting chemicals on our teeth, or in our bodies, is going to stop a problem caused by a poor diet and lifestyle.

What do we do then? Take a proactive approach to teeth health. Start by looking at your dietary patterns and see whether they are correct or not.

First. Make sure your diet consists mainly of whole foods.

Second. It incorporates both nutrient dense grains(1)(not bread and cereals as they are processed and lead to various health conditions including tooth health) and seafood.

Third. A list of foods to avoid. It is important not to cheat here:

1. Sugar – White sugar, brown sugar, organic ougar, evaporated cane Jjice, corn syrup, commercial jams.

2. Flour & grain products – White flour, wheat flour, organic flour, any unsoaked grain products. Examples: bread, crackers, cookies, doughnuts, breakfast cereals, muffins, pastries, tortillas, bagels, and sandwiches (most store bought flour products even from the health food store, or organically labelled need to be avoided).

3. Hydrogenated oils - like margarine and low quality vegetable oils such as vegetable oil, soybean oil, canola, and safflower.

4. Any type of junk, convenience food, or modern fast foods.

5. Coffee, soft drinks and anything with artificial flavors, artificial colours, or artificial ingredients.

6. Alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs (including most prescription drugs & vaccines).


Tooth cleaning techniques: oil pulling.

This is the method I personally use to keep not only my mouth clean but also my entire health system. It is an ayurvedic practice and highly effective.

This is the list of health conditions it will cure (and avoid if you use it in your daily regime of oral health):

Mouth & gum disease; stiff joints; allergies; asthma; high blood sugar; constipation; migraines; bronchitis; eczema; heart, kidney, lung diseases; leukemia; arthritis; meningitis; insomnia; menopause (hormonal issues); cancer; AIDS; chronic infections; varicose veins; high blood pressure; diabetes; polio and cracked heels.


Instructions:

First thing in the morning, before brushing your teeth, eating or drinking, take 1 tablespoon of either sesame or sunflower oil. Put the oil in your mouth, tilt your chin up and slowly swish, suck, chomp and pull through the teeth. Do this for at least 10 minutes. 15 - 20 minutes is better. You want the oil to become a thin, white foam when you finally spit it out. If it's still yellow, you haven't done it long enough.

You can do this 2 more times during the day if you want to detox faster. Make sure you do it on an empty stomach, however. Spit it out in the toilet when your mouth is full and rinse your mouth out well.

Follow by drinking 2 - 3 glasses of water.

Do not swallow the oil: It now contains parasites and bacteria!

Do not gargle in the throat: The oil is meant to be swished in the mouth only.

Do it slowly.

How it works:

The oil pulls all mucous, bacteria and toxins from your body through your saliva. According to Ayurvedic medicine, mucous is a poison that must be removed.

Notes:

1. Keeping the chin tilted up makes sure the oil gets to the back molars.

2. Ayurvedic practice in India says that only sesame and sunflower oils produce favorable results. However, other people report success using other oils as well.

3. If after meals, wait at least 4 hours before you Oil Pull. After drinking, wait 1 hour.

4. A worsening of symptoms is an excellent indication that the disease/ailment is being cured.

5. Do not stop oil pulling if you feel aggravated symptoms or heightened side effects after a day or two. Your body is healing.

6. Will your dental fillings fall out? It's possible but highly unlikely unless there is pre-existing damage or loose fillings.

The oil will start to thin out after a few minutes because saliva is constantly being mixed in and swished about.



*Oatmeal, barley, rice, corn, soy, etc.


Thanks to Earth Clinic for providing the information about Oil Pulling.