Fluoride. The Silent Killer
NAS has asked scientists to investigate the effects of fluoride exposures in the United States. What they found is it's a major contributing factor to chronic health problems, like bone disorders, thyroid disease, low intelligence, dementia, and diabetes, particularly in people who are most vulnerable to fluoride’s effects. [2] There are many studies, including Harvard studies, showing that fluoride decreases IQ levels in children.
Most nations do not even add fluoride to their water. We are one of the few that actually have it added to our water supply. So why? It doesn’t prevent tooth decay, really it is contributing to it. Many countries that do not have fluoride in the water, do not suffer from more tooth decay. Fluoride is the only chemical that is added to the water supply that isn’t meant to treat anything. The United States in reality has a large amount of tooth decay. There are a large amount of teenagers that are experiencing “dental fluorosis”, which is when the fluoride interferes with the tooth-forming cells and depletes the tooth enamels.
Recently, fluoride was finally classified as a neurotoxin. So where does that leave us? It’s not there to protect our teeth, it’s harmful for our bodies, yet the government is pumping it through our water supply every day. So what can we do? There are water filtrations that will help reduce the amount of fluoride that we are consuming. I also suggest using a non-fluoride toothpaste and staying away from fluorinated foods. Many fruits and vegetables are sprayed with fluoride based pesticides and the residue remains and then we consume them. Some common foods that show high levels of added fluoride are lettuce, tomatoes, cabbage, and raisins. [3] It's best to always wash your fruits and veggies and to buy organic.
[1]See excerpts of NAS’s findings at: www.fluoridealert.org/researchers/nrc/findings/
[2]See excerpts of NAS’s recommendations at: www.fluoridealert.org/researchers/nrc/recommendations/
[3]See excerpts of Hidden Fluoride at: http://www.nofluoride.com/Alternative_Medicine.cfm
So what is the deal with all this talk about fluoride? Why is my dentist suggesting using fluoride, if it is so bad for me? If you are wondering the same things I was, then maybe you’ll find this information very interesting.
First of all, fluoride has never been safe. We have unknowingly been using this toxin for years thinking that we are doing our teeth and gums a favor. We have actually using this toxin without knowing much about it. If you look closely on your tooth paste label, you will see warning labels. Fluoride isn’t just focused in your mouth, it affects other parts of your body. Fluoride is what you would call an “endocrine disruptor”. Targeting areas like your bones, brain, thyroid gland, pineal gland and even blood sugar levels. [1]
What I recommend...
Tap Master Jr. F2 Countertop Water Filter with Fluoride Filtration
From the Manufacturer
Tap Master Jr. F2 Countertop Water Filter with Fluoride Filtration. This advanced compound multi-stage 5-micron coconut shell and granular activated carbon and activated alimina water filter can safely eliminate over 93-percent of the fluoride, arsenic, and selenium from your tap water, in addition to removing up to 98-percent of chemicals including VOCs, TOCs, chlorine, and other contaminants that create foul tastes and odors in your tap water. The Tap Master Jr. F2 has Channel Blockers to ensure even filtration, and avoid problems which are found in other competitor's granular filters.
To maintain optimum fluoride filtration in your Tap Master Jr. F2 change the filter every 3 months or 500-Gallon depending on the hardness of your water. Taste and odor purification will continue long after fluoride filtration -, so please change your filter regularly. The extremely practical Tap Master Jr. can be installed or removed in seconds, and carries a 3 year limited warranty. In the box: Fully assembled Tap Master Jr. F2 counter-top purification system w/filter, Sink faucet diverter valve, Additional 15/16-Inch x 13/16-Inch sink faucet adapter, Super flexible connection tubing, long-reach chrome faucet, instructions.
So if you are anything like me while reading your toothpaste label, you are probably wondering what to use now!?! Don't worry, I have some recommendations for you. I found some brands that work well without sacrificing on that minty taste. Crème de Mint Toothpaste will tackle your plaque buildup and whiten your teeth. They use a blend of 7 different oral health botanicals.
-Calcium, a strengthening component of teeth, protects tooth enamel against demineralization
-Baking Soda acts as a gentle abrasive to clean and refresh
-Aloe, Ginger and Bisabolol help soothe irritation
-Cranberry, Pomegranate, White Tea and Grapeseed are high in antioxidants known to support oral health
Fluoride-Free Toothpaste
Ingredients
Calcium Carbonate, Glycerin, Water, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, Flavor*, Carrageenan, Mentha Viridi (Spearmint) Leaf Oil, Quillaja Saponaria (Soap Bark) Root Extract, Camellia Sinensis (White Tea) Leaf Extract, Punica Granatum (Pomegranate) Fruit Extract, Vaccinium Macrocarpon (Cranberry) Fruit Extract, Vitis Vinifera(Grape) Seed Extract, Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract, Sodium Bicarbonate, Hydrated Silica, Calcium Glycerophosphate, Bisabolol, Sodium Chloride. *Natural Flavor
Ingredients
Calcium carbonate, Glycerin, Water, Xylitol, Hydrated silica, Zinc citrate, Peppermint (Mentha piperita) oil, Sodium lauryl sulfate, Carrageenan
Oil Pulling with Coconut Oil
Oil pulling is a 3,000 year old technique from the Ayurvedic Indian tradition. The use of Coconut Oil cleans and detoxifies the gums and teeth. The oil safety removes bacteria, while also whitening the teeth. It is less harmful then using typical mouth washes that contain alcohols.
Oil pulling is easy. Simply take about a spoonful of coconut oil and swish in your mouth. If it is in a solid state, it’ll turn to liquid from the heat of your mouth. The key is to “pull” the oil through your teeth. Timing is key, so swish the oil back and forth for 10-20 minutes. As the oil is pushed through the teeth, it removes the bacteria that leads to tooth decay and gum disease. Be sure to spit out the oil, as it is now full of toxins and bacteria.
