26. Discussing the Care of Teeth

One of my favourite summer smoothies 

(I add some stevia and 3-6-9 essential oils, nothing else)

Hi Everyone!

It's April 27th, about time for another post on having and maintaining good health:

I'm not sure I mentioned this before, but I'd like to mention a little about the health of our TEETH. I found out a few years ago from Ramiel Nagel that my teeth can actually heal! Now, I don't know why that would have been news to me (duh), but at the time it was.

The reason I want to document it now is that after two years of taking only some of the suggestions in Ramiel Nagel's book (Cure Tooth Decay), my dental hygienist told me my gums were much better than they were (even though she'd never told me I'd had a problem with my gums). I told her that I'd been using oregano oil in baking soda and she was surprised because they're taught that baking soda was not a good idea for teeth (no wonder, eh?).

AND - a year or two I was told that I was going to need a root canal, but I told the dentist I wanted to wait (I'd had a bad experience with a root canal and that tooth is no longer with me (waa)), so I was not about to let a dentist kill another tooth. So I kept up my routine for healthy teeth and sure enough the next time I went for a check up, I no longer needed a root canal - yay!

The following is taken from what I wrote in a forum to a friend who was asking about what I do for my teeth.

The cod liver oil (for strong teeth and bones and healing cavities) I order online - is called Blue Ice: I get the fermented butter/clo combo and the skate liver oil (as recommended in the book by Ramiel Nagel - just found a presentation he did:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8hnmyBoUgE)

the Green Pasture site: http://www.greenpasture.org/public/P...lend/index.cfm

The oregano oil (for healthy gums) I get from the health food store is this brand - link below: It's quite strong and I started with only one drop (I just mush my wet brush in the little bowl where I've dropped the oil into baking soda). When I started I could only brush very quickly, gums and teeth, and then I had to rinse my mouth quickly with water afterwards because it was so "bitey". Now I use 2 or 3 drops and it's ok, but still zingy. I also brush my tongue with it - oi! (Like the commercial for the cough medicine: "It's awful, but it works."). 

http://www.botanicahealth.com/produc...0%C2%A0%C2%A0+

Of Course, we understand that our food choices make a big difference in the health of our teeth, right? So eat well - stay away from refined foods and packaged foods (and that means almost everything in your average grocery store except the fresh food sections around the outside). Eat LOTS of fruits and vegetables, and very LITTLE sugar/sweets.

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And speaking of food choices, I'm going to be traveling with my husband to Ontario (Canada) for a nephew's wedding, and on the way we'll be visiting my son and his wife in Grand Rapids, and then we'll be spending a week at my brother-in-law's cottage in Muskoka. That means I'll be having to give some extra attention to what goes into my mouth!

Since I eat dairy-free and gluten-free foods I sometimes get frustrated with visiting restaurants so I'll try to stop at a local grocery store and pick up some raw food to eat in the car or to eat in our hotel rooms. In Canada we have "fresh to go" sections in almost every grocery store - where I can get salads and peeled fruit (prepared daily) and I hope I'll be able to find the same kind of thing as we drive through the US. If I can get organic, I will, but it's not always available. And because we're driving I get to take along my Vitamix blender - woohoo!

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A reader sent me this little article about making better food choices when traveling:
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by Cole Millen:

Eating Right While Away-Don't Take a Vacation from Good Health

Vacation is just around the corner and you have worked hard all year to look your best. Don't throw all of your efforts out the window simply because you are going away. While you may indulge from time to time in a special treat, with a little advanced preparation it’s easy to make smart decisions and maintain your healthy habits while on the road. The last thing you want is to take on the battle of the bulge when you return!

Travel Arrangements

Whether you drive, fly, or take a train, you can still make healthy choices for meals. If you are headed to the airport or train station, eat a good meal so that you won't be hungry and give into impulse eating. Pack nutritious snacks, such as nuts, fruit, veggies, and whole grain crackers. Always bring water and avoid those sugary, high calorie drinks. If you have to wait before departure, get on the move. Take a walk, use the stairs, and avoid sitting for too long. Sitting can lead to boredom and you'll fall into the eating trap. If you are in the airport and it's time for a meal, choose the healthy selections that are offered.

Choosing a Hotel

First things first, choose accommodations that promote healthy eating. Find a hotel or resort that includes organic foods, vegetarian choices, and a well-balanced menu. For my last trip, I was able to find restaurants offering gluten-free menus by browsing reviews of different hotels in Las Vegas and digging through the comments and input from real people. You would also be wise to select a location that promotes physical fitness. Many resorts have fitness rooms, exercise classes, and swimming pools as part of the package. Another plus is choosing a room with a refrigerator and microwave. You can always store healthy options in the fridge when you feel the urge to snack.

At the Hotel

Avoid the pitfalls of unhealthy snacking at the hotel. Don't ring room service or use the mini-bar. One of the best things you can do is purchase healthy food at the store. Whether you have light meals of yogurt, fruit, and oatmeal in the room, or need a snack to tide you over, you'll have alternatives to the restaurant, which means you'll save money as well! If you have a continental breakfast, opt for the cereals that are low in sugar, whole grain bread, fruits, and yogurt. Choose skim or low-fat milk over whole. It's all about making good choices. If your room has a kitchenette in a suite, cook instead of going out.

Heading to the Restaurant

Check out what is available in the area. If possible, review the menu first. You can always drink water and snack on fresh produce before going out. You'll feel more satisfied and be less likely to overindulge. At the restaurant, opt for the light menu, healthy soups, salads, fish, and poultry. Try and choose fresh produce with low-fat dressings on the side. Baked and broiled is always better than fried! Share a dessert if you really want sweets. If you're full, bring some of your meal home for later. Once back at the hotel, go to the fitness room, take a swim, or walk in the area. 

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