There is a lot of controversy about the need for fluoride (how much, if at all) for adults and even for children. According to my research and personal experience, any potential benefits of fluoride are far outweighed by the potential negatives. Did you know that fluoride has been linked to the following issues?:
*Fluoride in drinking water can harm your pineal gland and alter melatonin production, which raises your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, cancer, and other diseases.
*Fluoride may directly or indirectly interfere with thyroid function, and can be more harmful to older women, who are more prone to develop hypothyroidism.
*The fluoride in your drinking water is not pharmaceutical grade and is a toxic industrial waste contaminated with dangerous pollutants like lead and arsenic.
*Some of the fluoride you ingest accumulates in your skeleton, where it can stay for up to 20 years and cause skeletal fluorosis and bone fractures.
(some sites to check out in regards to this topic are http://www.epa.gov/ and www.mercola.com)
Since discontinuing the use of fluoride toothpaste I noticed a personal change in my thyroid function, and have yet to have any problems with my teeth (I had never had a cavity and still haven't developed any since I began using natural toothpaste). The most important thing you can do for your oral health (and health in general!) is to eat correctly. Sugar (from all sources including both candy/pop and grains) is a major cause of tooth decay and illness. When the majority of your foods come from nutrient dense, low sugar foods, oral health should improve significantly!
Some of the natural toothpastes I have tried don't seem to make my mouth feel clean and fresh - but this one is my favourite by far.
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