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Spilanthes: Herbal Toothache Remedy
Preventative measures are all well and good, but what do you do when you’re already plagued with a throbbing, uncomfortable toothache?
If clove oil is not your bag, and you still want to go the herbal route, call on Acmella oleracea, better known by its other names, spilanthes and paracress, to calm that pain. Spilanthes is [...]
Herbs for Dental Health: Bergamot
Bergamot (citrus bergamia) is best known for lending its strong flavor to Earl Grey tea. But, within its herbal family is another species of bergamot called Monarda (also known as bee balm, oswego, and horse mint) which has strong antiseptic properties within the stalks, leaves, and flowers. These are the plants to grow [...]
Brushing Your Teeth with Dr. Bronner’s Soap
Would you believe me if I told you that people are brushing their teeth with soap? Well, it’s true. I’ve recently spoken with several people here in California who have told me that they’ve been using Dr. Brooner’s soap to brush their teeth — some of which use it every day!
I was a bit shocked [...]
Rinsing with Hydrogen Peroxide for Teeth Whitening and Healthy Mouth
Homemade hydrogen peroxide mouthwash?
Want to naturally whiten your teeth ? I was hanging out with a friend over the weekend and he started telling me — almost out of the blue — about how awesome hydrogen peroxide was for your mouth and teeth, giving him a pearly bright smile. Oh yes! I remember how the [...]
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