This makes such perfect sense...in the holistic world!
(Holistic = "emphasizing the interdependence of parts")
Bacteria in our mouth that attach to plaque on our teeth can affect our heart. A recent study says it can even cause a heart attack. This came out of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
What happens is certain bacteria cause the platelets to clump which can cause a clot that could lead to a heart attack. The bacteria involved are:
--Streptococcus sanguis (S. sanguis)
--Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis)
These bacteria are usually found in diseased gums.
The testing was done on rabbits (oh well - animal testing once again). They injected these bacteria and found that there was platelet clotting, faster heart rate, and changes in EKG's.
I don't believe in animal testing. And I do believe in getting information like this out to people OTHER than through dentists!
Physicians and cardiologists should not only be sharing this information but they should be examining patients' mouths and taking dental histories to bring this aspect of care into play.
Once again I feel safely armed with something that is so effective and helpful for prevention and treatment of serious bacterial problems in my mouth - and that is using the Thieves toothpaste and the mouthwash from Young Living. The best thing about the action of these essential oil products is that they are effective against the "bad bugs" but respect the ecological terrain that needs to be present. And they are not caustic to the mucous membranes.
The truth is these mouth care products are by far the best thing we have got going for good SAFE and effective mouth care.
Essential oils are so effective in the health of the mouth and gums. Besides my own personal positive experiences with the toothpaste and the mouthwash, I have heard so many people speak of serious improvements in their mouth health because of switching over to Thieves.
I used to use Tom's of Maine thinking I was getting the best natural toothpaste until I realized it had Sodium Laurel Sulfate in it. And since Colgate bought them I don't think they are going to change that anytime soon.
