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The Health Benefits of Oil Pulling

Posted by on Apr 21, 2014 in Oral Health | Comments Off on The Health Benefits of Oil Pulling

What is Oil Pulling? Oil pulling might seem like a new craze to some, however, the tradition of oil pulling has been around for some time. Oil pulling is an Ayurvedic remedy that has long been used as a cure for many ailments. The practice of oil pulling is simple: oil is swished around in the mouth for a few moments or held in the mouth. The practice is carried out every day for best results, and while there isn’t a lot of medical evidence to back up the health benefits of oil pulling – or oil swishing as it is sometimes called – many people will testify to the beneficial effects on health. It is believed that oil pulling helps to rid the body of toxins, and ridding the body of toxins is essential for maintaining good health....

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Mercury Dental Fillings By The Numbers

Posted by on Sep 3, 2012 in Health, Oral Health | Comments Off on Mercury Dental Fillings By The Numbers

Mercury is one of the most potent neurotoxins found in the environment. Exposure to this heavy metal poses potential psychological, neurological, immunological, and endocrinal damage in your body. Although mercury is found in air and water pollution, it can also reach your bloodstream and impair your vital functions through dental amalgams, which are deceptively called “silver fillings.” Before your dentists convinces you to get a silver filling, find what you can do for yourself. With just a little reasearch, you will find that with proper diet alone, you can heal a root canal. Again, do your research and check out this infographic about Mercury. Feel free to follow us, however you...

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