Dr. Joseph Mercola - Take Control of Your Health Toxic Toothpaste? The Truth Behind Your Fresh Smile - AI Podcast
Jul 8, 2025
A shocking study reveals that 90% of popular toothpaste brands contain heavy metals like lead and arsenic. These toxic ingredients sneak in through contaminated raw materials, posing serious health risks. Despite clear evidence, toothpaste companies resist reform, leaving consumers vulnerable. The podcast suggests a homemade alternative using coconut oil, baking soda, and essential oils for safer oral care. It also encourages empowerment through informed choices, like opting for transparent brands and exploring natural dental detox methods.
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Heavy Metals in Toothpaste Are Widespread
- Independent testing found 90% of toothpastes contain lead and 65% contain arsenic, among other heavy metals.
- Contamination spans from supermarket brands to natural labels, revealing a widespread safety issue.
Source of Toxic Metals in Paste
- Heavy metals enter toothpaste via contaminated raw materials like hydroxyapatite and bentonite clay.
- Companies often skip thorough testing, letting these toxins contaminate products assumed pure.
Health Risks of Heavy Metal Exposure
- Lead and cadmium damage kidneys, bones, and disrupt cellular functions and mineral processes.
- Arsenic and mercury impair energy production and nervous system, with no safe exposure level.