 Homemade Toothpaste Recipe Mix equal parts coconut oil solids with baking soda and a drop of a flavorful essential oil. Your body is the machine that works 24 hours a day for you. When faced with toxicity that machine knows what to do to remove danger from the body, but that additional work takes time from its routine of endless chores, adding an unnecessary burden.
So does it makes sense to purposefully put poison in your system that will make your body work even harder? If you take the time to review the list of ingredients in your traditional toothpastes you might be surprised to find things that are making extra work for your already overworked body and you are doing it daily. Triclosan is an antibacterial added to soaps, toothpaste, cosmetics and body washes with FDA approval. It can also be found in clothing, kitchenware, furniture and toys which are less regulated. Here is what FDA.gov says about Triclosan: Some short-term animal studies have shown that exposure to high doses of triclosan is associated with a decrease in the levels of some thyroid hormones. But we don’t know the significance of those findings to human health. Other studies have raised the possibility that exposure to triclosan contributes to making bacteria resistant to antibiotics. At this time, we don’t have enough information available to assess the level of risk that triclosan poses for the development of antibiotic resistance. There are other ongoing studies that involve the safety of triclosan. One is a study investigating the potential of developing skin cancer after a long-term exposure to triclosan in animals. Another is a study on the potential breakdown of triclosan to other chemicals on human skin after exposure to triclosan to ultraviolet (UV) rays. At this time, neither study has been completed. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate or SLS is a compound classified as a chemical and is responsible for almost everything you know and love that bubbles or foams, like toothpaste, soaps, body wash, shampoo and mouthwash. The problem is that it is responsible for skin irritations, disrupting hormone balance and has suspicious, but unconfirmed links to cancer, neurotoxicity and organ toxicity. According to EWG’s Skin Deep, it is a moderate treat. The real problem is that a “moderate threat” becomes a “dangerous threat” when it is in so many commercial products that the quantities of absorption and ingestion are beyond intended regulated limits. We know that the body will store SLS because of quantities found in the brain, heart and liver. Artificial Sweeteners, a normal additive for toothpaste, all have varying harmful effects. Only natural products like stevia or monk fruit are trustworthy options, having no links to cancer or diabetes. Fluoride is a topic of much debate. The American Dental Association, ADA, stands behind its use (but these are the same people who bring you silver, amalgam fillings containing mercury and claim that storing that mercury in your head will not harm you). The FDA classifies it as a drug. Even if you believe in fluoride as being helpful to teeth, you cannot believe in being drugged without your consent or knowing the proper dosage. In the case of children who ultimately swallow toothpaste and possibly combine that source with fluoridate water, this is a real problem. Meanwhile science is fighting the ADA’s claims, calling it poison. For those who believe its qualities should be left to its use as a pesticide, the thought of putting fluoride into the human mouth is without question wrong. Propylene Glycol is a humectant in cosmetics, bringing a creamy texture to products. It is also used in industrial antifreeze and the major ingredient in brake and hydraulic fluid. Even though it is a strong skin irritant known to cause liver abnormalities and kidney damage, it is used to improve the consistency of cosmetics and some food products. This compound causes the fatal destruction of red blood cells, yet is one of the most widely used ingredients in cosmetics. It permeates the skin better than glycerin, and causes greater sensitivity reactions. This cancer causing agent, can be found in some dog food as a preservative. With that said, it seems like an unnecessary addition to your toothpaste. In your quest to clean at least some of the toxicity out of your life, trying healthier versions of toothpaste is an obvious choice. *In that quest, be aware that many of the popular health based companies are being bought by Corporate America. For consumers who care, that means reading and deciphering ingredients. Don’t be fooled by “natural” or the addition of an essential oil. So in the end, if you want a simple and cheap alternative try this homemade version of toothpaste. Homemade Toothpaste Recipe Coconut Oil Solids Baking Soda Peppermint Essential Oil Mix equal parts of coconut oil solids with baking soda and a few drops of peppermint or another essential oil. Store in a small jar or dish that can manage any melting of the oil on a hot day. There is no need to refrigerate. *NOTE: Just FYI these are some of the Corporate America purchases of trusted healthy brands. It would seem unwise to buy without investigation, as these manufacturers are responsible for much of the poisoning of America and the globe today. Burt’s Bees is now owned by Clorex Tom’s of Maine is now owned by Colgate Palmolive The Body Shop is owned by L’Orleal Annie’s Homegrown is now General Mills Lara Bar is now General Mills Kashi is Kellogg’s product. Odwalla is owned by Coca Cola Honest Tea is owned by Coca Cola Naked Juice is a Pepsi product Before you make your vaccination decisions, listen to the reality you've never heard. Bobby Kennedy, Jr. is being silenced and ridiculed for exposing the truth. He will tell you that the US authority on health, The Institute of Medicine, which is an Independent branch of the US National Academy of Sciences, has warned that potentially 150 illnesses are being caused by vaccines. They advise proper testing of vaccines. The CDC, however, refuses to accept this authority and refuses to do the studies required to prove or disprove the validity of vaccines. Vaccines were given free rein by law to be produced in the case of emergencies. The intent was that in the case of war or chemical attack, a vaccine could be produced without interference and lengthly trials. Instead this law became a loophole for those with greed in their souls to create great wealth. Again, we follow the money. Before you make your vaccination decisions, listen to the reality you've never heard. Bobby Kennedy, Jr. is being silenced and ridiculed for exposing the truth. He will tell you that the US authority on health, The Institute of Medicine, which is an Independent branch of the US National Academy of Sciences, has warned that potentially 150 illnesses are being caused by vaccines. They advise proper testing of vaccines. The CDC, however, refuses to accept this authority and refuses to do the studies required to prove or disprove the validity of vaccines.
Vaccines were given free rein by law to be produced in the case of emergencies. The intent was that in the case of war or chemical attack, a vaccine could be produced without interference and lengthly trials. Instead this law became a loophole for those with greed in their souls to create great wealth. Follow the money.  Lovely to look at and beautiful to hold... But they may be as toxic as they are bold. As a woman who was poisoned by dinnerware for over 15 years and spent decades undoing the damage, the choice in dinner plates matters. The biggest fear is lead, because the Food and Drug Administration, FDA, is permissive about it's use in dinnerware and actually has allowable levels that are said to be "safe". The truth about lead and other lethal toxins that are casually allowed in consumer products is that their continued use adds up. No matter who considers these toxins safe, your body might disagree. To your body, ingesting toxins means the chore of detoxing that toxin is being assigned. If the dangers cannot be discharged fast enough, they will likely be stored in organs and tissue. Stored toxicity is a time bomb. You never know if or when it will become a burden that will manifest into a chronic condition or illness. When it does, it will most likely be misdiagnosed and treated with drugs to ease symptoms while the true culprit remains in the body to do further damage. Because the choices for lead-free dinnerware are few, Melamine looked like an exciting option. It's lightweight, durable, inexpensive and comes in beautiful color and pattern options, but could there be a downside? Melamine has been used as an industrial fertilizer and the finished product for dinnerware does include formaldehyde. Many will rely on the fact that it meets FDA requirements and that the potential of the toxicity leaching into foods is not likely, but the risk you take could be grand. Melamine does have the potential to leach toxicity as stated by the FDA. Long term exposure from storing food on plates, heat and acidic foods allow the release more easily. Cutting food with knives could also be a contributor. Additionally, some Melamine products are not even dishwasher safe while others are limited to the top rack of dishwashers adding to the worry that dishwashing might also help spread the contaminants. In 2007 150 brands of pet food were recalled because of Melamine contamination. In simple, routine taste tests pets died from exposure. The danger to humans is mostly related to the kidneys, with kidney failure, kidney infection, kidney stones, high blood pressure and death being the primary concerns. To risk or not to risk is a personal decision, but being armed with the facts is essential. Below are FDA responses to questions on their site, FDA.gov. Some interesting notes to consider give clue to the casual attitude of the Administration. The warnings are softened by saying the risk is minimal. They state that in one test 3 of 19 samples were considered a danger. Nineteen samples is hardly adequate to safeguard consumers and where are those 3 brands that are hazardous if not on the same shelf as the other 16? They say also that tests were done in exaggerated conditions of food being held at 160 degrees for 2 hours. Personally, I do not consider these conditions extreme or exaggerated. Warming plates, dishwashing, microwaving and many kitchen uses allow for these temperatures to be used commonly. The FDA admits that acidic foods are at a higher risk and claim that because these foods are only about 10% of the normal diet, all should be fine. This seems an incredible response to the question, "Could Melamine be harmful to my health?' Using the logic provided, those with a healthier diet will be at a higher risk than those who do not incorporate such foods. Melamine in Tableware: Questions and Answers by FDA.gov: What is melamine? Melamine is a chemical that has many industrial uses. In the United States, it is approved for use in the manufacturing of some cooking utensils, plates, plastic products, paper, paperboard, and industrial coatings, among other things. In addition, although it is not registered as a fertilizer in the U.S., melamine has been used as a fertilizer in some parts of the world. Melamine may be used in the manufacturing of packaging for food products, but is not FDA-approved for direct addition to human food or animal feeds marketed in the U.S. I recently read that plastic tableware from China contained high levels of melamine. Can the melamine from these products get into foods and drinks? The Taiwan Consumers' Foundation recently tested plastic tableware made in China and found that it contained melamine at a level of 20,000 parts per billion. This type of tableware is manufactured with a substance called melamine-formaldehyde resin. It forms molecular structures that are molded, with heat, to form the shape of the tableware. A small amount of the melamine used to make the tableware is "left over" from this chemical reaction and remains in the plastic. This left-over melamine can migrate very slowly out of the plastic into food that comes into contact with the tableware. If melamine from plastic tableware can get into foods and drinks, does it make the foods or drinks harmful to health? It has been found that melamine does not migrate from melamine-formaldehyde tableware into most foods. The only measured migration, in tests, was from some samples (three out of 19 commercially available plates and cups) into acidic foods, under exaggerated conditions (that is, the food was held in the tableware at 160 oF for two hours). When adjusted for actual-use conditions (cold orange juice held in the tableware for about 15 minutes), the migration would be less than 10 parts of melamine per billion parts of juice. This is 250 times lower than the level of melamine (alone or even in combination with related compounds – analogues – known to increase its toxicity) that FDA has concluded is acceptable in foods other than infant formula (2,500 parts per billion); in other words, well below the risk level. In addition, such highly acidic foods make up only about 10% of the total diet, so the dietary level of melamine in these scenarios would be less than one part per billion. However, when highly acidic foods are heated to extreme temperatures (e.g.,160 ° F or higher), the amount of melamine that migrates out of the plastic can increase. Foods and drinks should not be heated on melamine-based dinnerware in microwave ovens. Only ceramic or other cookware which specifies that the cookware is microwave-safe should be used. The food may then be served on melamine-based tableware. Should I stop using plastic tableware? Foods and drinks may be served on plastic tableware. Plastic tableware that does not specify that it’s microwave-safe should not be used to heat foods and drinks. How did FDA decide what level of melamine in food doesn’t pose a risk to health? A safety and risk assessment estimates the risk that specific substances have on human health, based on the best scientific data available at the time. FDA has done this type of assessment to identify the risk posed by melamine and its analogues in foods (Interim Safety and Risk Assessment of Melamine and Its Analogues in Food for Humans). The risk assessment was conducted by scientists from FDA’s Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition and FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, and included a review of the scientific literature on melamine toxicity. Animal studies also provided valuable information for this work. The assessment underwent peer review by a group of experts identified by an independent contractor. What problems can melamine cause if people eat or drink food contaminated with it? Products with melamine contamination above the levels noted in FDA’s risk assessment may put people at risk of conditions such as kidney stones and kidney failure, and of death. Signs of melamine poisoning may include irritability, blood in urine, little or no urine, signs of kidney infection, and / or high blood pressure.  On The Fence About Fluoride? Unsure Who to Trust? Fluoride has made its way into our daily lives via public water providers. The truth about how a poison, once part of Vietnam's Agent Orange crisis, came to being part of the public water supply is still somewhat mysterious. We know the original claims were in regard to reducing dental cavities, but these claims remain in dispute. Often agencies within the same governments that provide fluoridated water, challenge the practice. Even your bottled water is at risk of containing fluoride without your knowledge.
According to the Center for Disease Control, 2012 report on Community Water Fluoridation the percentage of the US population receiving community water with fluoridation was 67%. Of the 52,734 community water providers in the US then, only 18,502 agencies were providing fluoridated water. That means that these providers were serving large populations. The states providing the largest populations with fluoridated water are California, Florida, Illinois, New York and Texas even though the question of efficacy and danger continue. If we reduce the arguments for and against fluoridation of public water to the basic facts, there seems to be no reason for this practice to continue. No matter which side of the fence is yours, the practice appears to be unfair and illegal. Note the facts and decide if your health rights are being managed by the government without your consent. Fluoride Facts: 1. Fluoride is added to water not for the purpose of improving water quality, but for the purpose of preventing tooth decay and/or disease. The FDA qualifies the use of fluoride for this purpose as a drug. We are therefore, drugging unsuspecting users without informed consent, which we know is not legal. Many are exposed against their will. 2. The use of fluoride is not universally accepted. Most of Western Europe has refused fluoride because of the controversy surrounding it and the concept of mass drugging. 3. If in fact fluoridation was a positive influence, water is not the correct method for dosing. People consume water based on need of water itself and without regard to the amount of the drug being consumed. It is easy to see that the amount of fluoride taken into a body cannot be regulated via the municipal water supply. In that equation we must also calculate the amount of fluoride that is absorbed into the body via the skin during bathing or swimming, which almost no consumer can know. We must also consider a bottle fed infant that ingests levels of fluoridation meant for an adult for which there is no research on outcome. 4. According to fluoridealert.org fluoride is not an essential nutrients and no disease or tooth decay is caused by a lack of fluoride. They also state that fluoride interferes with many enzymes and biological processes in the body. They quote many studies that prove fluoride interferes with the body’s biochemistry in fundamental ways. 5. In more than 60 years of forced fluoridation there are still no studies to prove efficacy or safety and still the FDA classifies it as an “unapproved new drug.” This makes the addition of fluoride without consent a criminal act. 6. The CDC in 2001 concluded that the benefits of fluoride were topical and not systemic. With this in mind, why are we risking what could be a horrific outcome? 7. Even the National Institute of Health has studied fluoride and determined that there is no significant relationship between tooth decay and fluoride among children. 8. Research shows that tooth decay does not increase when fluoridation is discontinued. 9. Many sources agree that the studies that brought us fluoridation were flawed. There is consistent evidence of potential harm and many sources, including the National Research Council, believe it may damage the brain. 10. Thirty-three independent studies from countries other than the USA report that exposure to fluoride will lower IQ. Other studies focus on damage to the pineal gland, thyroid function, arthritis, bone density loss, kidney damage, bone cancer, and infertility with fluoride contamination. It is time the practice of fluoridating public water be challenged, if for no other reason than we are mass drugging populations without consent. It is unfair that those who cannot afford to filter their drinking and bathing water be subjected to fluoridation.  When your body craves sugar, there is a reason. Again I find myself craving sugar and feeling the painful effects of it. Every joint aches and the pain is overwhelming, but I cannot stop. I use what I call the antidotes for sugar inflammation which is usually turmeric, bay leaf tea, peppermint oil as a topical for pain, CBD internally and topically, probiotics, prebiotics and still I’m not able to fight the cravings of sugar.
Then in a quiet moment, I remember. How could I ever forget? Cravings for sugar can come from many things, but the fix for me is magnesium and minerals. The lack of either can cause severe cravings and pain. I use a liquid form of minerals and a 100% pure spray magnesium oil. It does not take long for my body to adjust. When your body is balanced, you can look at sugar and laugh. It just does not call your name any longer. If you use bottled or treated water, it is often void of minerals. The same is true of your food sources. The vitamin and mineral content can be low even though you eat and live well. There is always a reason your body misbehaves. Search for the Cause, Not Just the Cure.  If you are a parent and this caught your eye, you are a victim of guilt shaming by Big Pharma.  This is not medical information, this is intimidation. It works. Ask parents with children damaged by Gardasil vaccinations. They will tell you all about it. Let's get some of the facts straight before you list yourself as a bad parent or maybe just a confused parent. There are thing to consider outside of the world of advertising and greed. Let's just consider a few points, knowing that your own research is what will count.  #1
The first thing to consider is that vaccine sales are a business. Vaccine manufacturers cannot be sued for damages from vaccines. They are protected by law under considerations that claim they are "emergency" drugs. Those damaged are forced to go to Vaccine Court where some receive compensation and the manufacturer goes unpunished. #2 Merck, the maker of Gardasil, spend over $100 Million US Dollars on advertising in the first year of marketing the product. The marketing is aggressive and continues...because it works. #3 The Gardasil vaccination is for the purpose of preventing cancer which can form if a sexually active person was to encounter the HPV virus. 90% of all HPV virus in a human being is cured naturally, without medical intervention, by the human body. This is a fact that even Merck will not deny. #4 Mandatory vaccination began primarily with girls and at ages of 9 and 10 years old. We have zero data on the expected outcome of these drugs and how they might affect the adult body. #5 As reported by Jefferey Jaxon, The American College of Pediatrics is warning against the use of Gardasil. They claim the drug is sterilizing young women who are experiencing ovarian failure, amenorrhea and premature menopause. #6 According to the Vaccine Fact Check the Vatican spoke out about vaccines saying: Vatican Radio last week charged that United Nations organizations promoting population control are using vaccines to surreptitiously sterilize women in Third World countries. Kenya’s Ministry of Health, along with the UN organizations — World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF — deny the charges, which carry the full weight of the Vatican. Vatican Radio is the official “voice of the Pope and the Church in dialogue with the World.” #7 This pharmaceutical bullying has seeped into the parent's right to choose. Governments are mandating the drug and forcing youngsters to be vaccinated. Meanwhile drug manufacturers are not obligated to prove efficacy or safety and there are no studies on long-term effects of Gardasil. #8 The public has the belief that the FDA is watching over every aspect of their health. That is a false security. They are not. Politics, lobbyists, greed and crime interfere. Properly prescribed pharmaceuticals are the 3rd largest killer following only heart disease and cancer. We never hear this claim, but it is a fact that should panic anyone who uses medications. Remembering that every recalled drug was once claimed to be safe by the FDA should be a good indication of the care one should take when using drugs. There should be no casual use of medications. #9 If you are still wondering the right thing to do, try taking a peek at YouTube videos on Gardasil. You will see for yourself what this drug can do and the permanent damage it has done. So when you are asked, Mom? Dad? Did you know?, you can proudly say yes and I did the very best thing I could for you. I researched the facts and made an informed decision before allowing your health to be decided by a manufacturer or a government.  Healthy Shampoo in a Bar
Bar shampoo has hit the scene. It seems like a revolutionary idea, but it’s actually an old, practical plan that is being recycled and modernized.
The concept is plastic-free shampoo in a bar! The savings in cost, plastic and waste disposal sound significant and worth a second look. The convenience of a bar of shampoo sounds like it could work, so on with the investigation. The first soap I looked into was a beautiful, round, pink bar. It was an eye-catcher, so I check the ingredients. This popular brand of colorful bar shampoo listed Sodium Lauryl Sulfate as the first ingredient. If you don’t know Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, also known as, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, SLES or SLS, it has dangers associated with it. Although it might be called natural, being made from petroleum or coconut, it’s chemical processing presents the problem. SLS is a suspect in cancer, neurotoxicity and organ damage. It is known to disrupt the endocrine system and because of its wide usage, it is causing great harm to consumers. This product also had other than natural fragrance and color, bring more toxicity into the body via the skin, making it a poor choice. Without too much searching I found another option called Dr. Liggitt’s Bar Shampoo. This is a 35 year old product that is easy to overlook in it’s plain packaging, but it seems to be a good alternative to the modernized version. The ingredients are basic, Saponified Olive Oil, Coconut Oil, Castor Oil, Sunflower Oil, Organic Palm Kernel Oil and RSPO Palm Kernel Oil, Fragrance, Rose Oil. In the interest of living without toxicity, I tried Dr. Liggitt’s Bar Shampoo and actually love it. You do not need conditioner and hair not only seems to stay cleaner longer, but it looks and feels great. If your goal is to limit chemical toxicity, save money and help the environment, this seems like a very good choice.  Stevia was the perfect gift from nature for those willing to give up sugar. It's pure, 100% natural and has no reported ill affects to health. Why then are manufacturers adding ingredients that cause damage to the body? Just because the package is green does not make it stevia.  Stevia is a plant by the same name. Its sweetness is about 200 times that of sugar and so, only takes a tiny bit to sweeten. There are no reported connections to cancer or diabetes, yet manufacturers found a way to package problems for your body under the promise of offering you the safety of stevia. You must read every label now to find out what exactly in the product packaged to look like stevia. Without a doubt, if you are using an individual serving package the sweetener has been extended with something. Pure stevia in that quantity would overpower any single use. There are many products being used as extenders to create a teaspoon serving and to lower production costs. Most of these are things you would rather keep out of your body. Many are corn products that are produced from GMO crops which bring another set of issues to the unsuspecting user. Some of these products include:
 Pain, IBS, Fibromyalgia and many chronic conditions feed off of inflammation. Eliminating carrageenan can save hours of pain and illness. Carrageenan is quickly becoming the organic food additive to watch for on ingredient lists. Count on it instigating inflammation in your body that can turn into chronic conditions, chronic illness, fibromyalgia or IBS. Unchecked inflammation is the breeding ground for permanent damage to the body. When additives become common in our food supply, so do the symptoms they produce.
Carrageenan is organic. Is it an extract from red seaweed that has no nutritional value. Its use in the marketplace is as a stabilizer or thickener, providing a creamy consistency. You will see it often in yogurts, soy products, low-fat or fat-reduced products, shakes, soups, chocolates, baby formula, nut milks, prepared meats, cheeses, salad dressings and even in medications and toothpaste. Because it is organic it is widely used in “all natural” or “organic” products. Even though America’s FDA and USDA are not concerned by it’s use, the European Union has eliminated it from baby food. The link will take you to a list of manufactured food that use carrageenan www.cornucopia.org/shopping-guide-to-avoiding-organic-foods-with-carrageenan/ |
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