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Dental Care: Holistic Practices to Keep You Healthy

by Elise Bowerman

Fluoride and mercury (silver) amalgam's are toxins we often unknowingly allow in our bodies which cause major distress and dis-ease. Below are excellent links to solidify your research on the harmful effects, along with finding naturally supportive dentists... especially if you need to get the mercury removed from your mouth.

"Medical Myth:

Fluoridating the water and dental products is good for your teeth and stops tooth decay in children.

Fact: Rather than strengthening bone tissue, fluoride causes osteoporosis. New evidence shows fluoride can also damage the central nervous system, causing brain dysfunction, lower IQ and possibly even Alzheimer's disease (What Doctor's Don't Tell You, vol. 3, no. 9 and vol. 9, no. 3.)"

- The Nutritional Healing Center in Ann Arbor

Find a Holistic Dentist

  • Dr. Tom McGuire's Mercury-Safe Dentist
  • Holistic Dental Association
  • Talk International

Websites and Articles

Recommended Toothpastes

  • Tate's (baby to adult)
  • doTERRA On Guard Toothpaste (once kids can spit to adults)
  • If you have a Kangen Water® filter, and can spit, use pH 2.5 water to brush in your mouth, then rinse with pH 9.5 water.
  • Any toothpaste from a health food store without fluoride, titanium dioxide, carrageenan, words you cannot pronounce, and if it says, "if swallowed, call 911."
As a prenatal chiropractor, I have worked closely with Elise and many of her prenatal yoga students in the past 2 years. I consistently find that the women under my care that are also attending regular prenatal yoga classes with Elise experience less discomfort in their pregnancy, report stronger emotional connections to their bodies, and they consistently state they feel better prepared for labor and delivery. If you are looking for a way to safely exercise but also want a beautiful way to connect with your body prior to delivery seek out classes with Sweet Momma Yoga. Lastly, Elise goes above and beyond to create a sense of community for her students. She has created a thriving group of moms that support one another outside of the classes and virtually. - Kelsi McClure, DC, Lone Tree CO
I’ve participated in Sweet Momma Yoga during both of my pregnancies and have benefited each time. Even on days when I feel tired and just wanted to put my feet up, I always felt better after class knowing that I am taking the best care of myself and my baby. Elise does an amazing job of making all of the moms feel welcome and comfortable no matter what previous yoga experience they’ve had. I got more out of Sweet Momma Yoga than I ever expected, benefiting both my pregnancy and birthing experiences. I would recommend to any expecting momma! - Deirdre L., Livonia MI