Tag: Oral Health

Scrape your tongue to remove mucus till pink and clean. Post meals, gently brush your teeth with a mix of turmeric, cinnamon and neem powders. Rinse with a mix of Himalayan salt, baking soda, tea tree oil and clove oil. Use organic sesame oil for oil pulling. This prevents bacterial growth, cavity infections, gum inflammation, and mucus buildup in the mouth.

All sodas contain phosphoric and citric acids that erode enamel. Choose water instead. Skimmed milk is better than sports drinks that contain loads of sugars, acids and additives. Drink fortified orange juice instead of eating citrus fruits that contain harmful citric acid. Sip on black or green tea instead of red wine, that contains tannins which can easily stain your teeth.

The mouth lends beneficial bacteria to the uterus and placenta. So avoid harsh hydrogen peroxide based mouthwashes. Try oil pulling using sesame or cold-pressed coconut oil instead. Consume naturally fermented foods, such as yogurt, kefir and sauerkraut. Avoid commercially available animal products as they contain chemicals that throw your gut flora off balance.

Clove oil protects nerves, soothes pain and prevents tooth decay. Peppermint oil helps freshen breath, reduce swelling, inflammation and tenderness. Myrrh oil helps fight gum disease, infections and soothes gums. Cinnamon oil helps freshen breath and cleanse the mouth. Add directly to toothpaste, combine with baking soda or make your own mouthwash.

Start with outer and inner surfaces of the teeth and brush at 45-degrees in short, half-tooth-wide strokes away from the gum line. Hold brush flat on chewing surfaces and brush back and forth. For inside surfaces of your front teeth, tilt the brush vertically and use gentle up-and-down strokes with the tip of the brush. Avoid rigorous brushing that wears down enamel.

According to Ayurveda, Triphala taken the night before can assist in everyday metabolism. Splashing face and eyes with cool water, brushing with herbal toothpastes, using copper tongue cleaners, practicing Yoga or Pranayama and massaging self with warm sesame oil before a bath are beneficial morning routines.

The American Dental Association states that 40 % of people with gum disease also have a chronic health conditions. Diabetes, heart disease and arthritis are related to dental health. Eating a balanced diet avoiding sweets, drinking lots of water, avoiding tobacco, chewing sugarless gum and regular dental check ups are a must to keep dental health in check.

The human mouth is prone to Candida and Streptococcus; germs that contribute to tooth decay and plague. Oil pulling naturally remove stains and whiten teeth and prevents microbial infection. Put a small scoop of coconut oil in your mouth, swish gently for 5 mins, spit into dust bin (oil can clog sinks), rinse mouth with water and brush teeth.

Clove has been a tradition natural remedy for toothache. But I discovered ginger helps as well. The anti-inflammatory properties of ginger immediately sooth the point of pain effectively. It was recently when one of my molars failed and I chewed raw ginger root around the molar for immediate relief. If you ever experience toothache, then try it out.

Are you happy to give your child a dose of antibiotics or painkillers like Paracetamol or Ibuprofen every time he or she complains and shows some symptoms of being unwell? I am sure many of you wouldn't be happy to do it, just like me. It is important to understand your child's constitution (prakruti) as we are born with a unique combination of Vata, pitta, and kapha. Once you understand your child's mind-body type it will be easier for you to help your child. Feel free to contact me in case any query or doubt.

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