Primal Life Organics Blog

Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States.

Despite its prevalence, we often overlook the warning signs, assuming they're limited to factors like diet, exercise, and genetics. However, there's a lesser-known indicator that deserves your attention: the condition of your mouth.

Consider this scenario: You're at the dentist, undergoing a routine teeth cleaning. As the hygienist scrapes away plaque and tartar, you might think it's merely a cosmetic procedure. But what if I told you it holds deeper implications for your health, particularly your heart?

Dental care can be confusing but it doesn't have to be. As a mom and a nurse, I know how important it is to maintain good oral health.

I also understand how confusing it can be to stand in the dental health aisle of a store and try to choose dental products based on their flashy marketing claims.

It gets even more confusing when you know to avoid what I call “toxipaste” - dental products with fluoride and toxic chemicals - and start looking for “natural” toothpaste.

Natural ingredients are extremely important - I get it! However, there's more to dental care than just being natural. To truly be effective, dental products MUST provide three essential things. Miss any one of these, and the product will not be able to prevent and heal cavities and gum disease.

What happens in your mouth, does not stay in your mouth (it’s not Vegas after all!) The bacteria in your mouth actually affects your gut microbiome and can lead to many systemic diseases.^[1]

This bacteria can invade your body and cause internal infection and inflammation in your

organs. It’s true. Any kind of bleeding gums and rotting teeth can give this bacteria a way into your bloodstream and your body, making its way down to your organs. 

THIS, my friend, is a BIG problem. This is called sepsis, which is the presence of harmful bacteria and toxins in your tissue, organs and other body parts. It typically starts through infection of a wound.

The dental products lining your bathroom sink right now could be destroying your mouth. I’m talking about fluoride toothpaste, harsh mouthwash, and peroxide whitening gel.

The marketing campaigns behind these products are clever, but don’t let yourself be fooled. Conventional dental products strip your oral microbiome of its natural protections and leave your teeth and gums vulnerable to damage and decay. 

But there’s another part of this equation that nobody is talking about: saliva.