In this month's live Ask Robyn Q&A session (a membership benefit of my EmpowerEd health and nutrition education program), a question about dental hygiene popped up. The research that I did to answer the question got me thinking: could I create a simple home-made toothpaste that combines the dental health benefits of xylitol, essential oils and bicarbonate of soda? The answer is YES! It's actually so simple, quick and cheap to make, I don't think I'll ever be buying toothpaste again.
If you've read my article on the dangers of coconut oil, you might be surprised to see it's an ingredient in this toothpaste. I've always been very clear that coconut oil is fine to use as a cosmetic agent, on the skin and hair, and that's essentially the role that it plays in this toothpaste. Be sure to thoroughly rinse and spit after using this toothpaste :).
Ingredients:
4 tbsp coconut oil
2 tbsp bicarbonate of soda (baking soda)
1 tbsp xylitol
15 drops essential oil (I used a combination of clove, peppermint and the Young Living blend, Citrus Fresh)
Method:
Place the jar of coconut oil in a bowl of hot water to liquefy it. Measure out 4 tbsp, and mix in a small bowl with the bicarb soda and xylitol. Add essential oils and stir again.
Allow to solidify, then stir again as the bicarb soda tends to settle out.
Store in a screw-topped jar, using a small spoon or tiny spatula to spread it onto your toothbrush.
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