6 Reasons to Start Using Coconut Oil as Toothpaste

In a study to test coconut oil’s ability to fight against the bacteria responsible for tooth decay, coconut oil proved to be quite effective.

The action of coconut oil was tested in its natural state and after being treated with enzymes, in a process similar to digestion. The oils were tested against strains of Streptococcus bacteria, which are common inhabitants of your mouth.

They found that enzyme-modified coconut oil strongly inhibits the growth of most strains of Streptococcus bacteria, including Streptococcus mutans, an acid-producing bacterium that is a major cause of tooth decay.

It is thought that the breaking down of the fatty coconut oil by the enzymes turns it into acids, which are toxic to certain bacteria.

6 Reasons to Use Coconut Oil as Toothpaste:

A case could be made that coconut oil has a near-perfect makeup to act as an effective toothpaste. Six top reasons, as reported by MindBodyGreen, include:

1. There Are No Harmful Chemicals
2. It Is Effective Against Cavity-Causing Bacteria
3. There Are No Foaming Agents
4. It Is Inexpensive
5. You Can Use It On Your Dog’s Teeth Too
6. It Is Simple to Make

Coconut oil toothpaste is simple to make with just a few ingredients:

1. Coconut oil
2. Baking soda,
3. Peppermint oil extract
4. Erythritol, xylitol, or stevia (optional), which are natural sweeteners.
5. Himalayan Sea Salt
6. Bentonite clay, which adds a paste-like consistency and may help draw out toxins from your gums and tongue.

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