Black Toothpaste Exists, and It's Here to Make Your Teeth Stronger

It's my firm belief that even oral health begins with diet. Our teeth are made up of the same core nutrients and minerals that make up our bones, skin, hair, and body. When we aren't getting these nutrients from our diet, our health and teeth can ultimately suffer. Of course, we aren't perfect and don't necessarily subscribe to the "you are what you eat" mentality 24/7 — we have to live a little! However, we can cultivate oral health from the outside in as well. Many commercial toothpastes contain chemicals, dyes, and even sugars to maintain our smiles, warranting the question: are these ingredients necessary or even healthy for us?

This simple and inexpensive DIY will make you ditch the store-bought tube and make your own for good! It's loaded with minerals that your teeth need to maintain their strength. Activated charcoal is added to whiten, purify, and freshen the breath, while coconut oil helps to moisturize, heal, and protect. Essential oils disinfect, freshen the breath, and support healthy gums.

Toothpaste Ingredients:
1/4 cup baking soda
1/4 cup coconut oil
2 tablespoons calcium/magnesium powder
1 tablespoon activated coconut charcoal powder
2-3 drops clove essential oil
2-3 drops peppermint essential oil
1-2 droppers full of Trace Minerals (optional)
Stevia to taste (optional)

Directions: