Comments on: Xylitol for Dental Health

By: Ellie

Ellie — Sun, 29 Jan 2012 14:13:14 +0000

I am wondering if anyone has found an inexpensive calcium lactate?

By: Lily Cardwell

Lily Cardwell — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 03:44:28 +0000

Does it matter what type of water you use. I have been using EVIAN bottled water due to it has a higher PH?

Also, how much water is needed for the recipe above? I have been using one cup of water.

Thanks for the information,

Lily

By: Marc

Marc — Tue, 05 Jul 2011 22:31:12 +0000

I’ve been using a solution of xylitol, sea salt and baking soda for some time now (one tablespoon per pint ratio)
In response to Addi, I brush my gumline once a day using a soft baby toothbrush and a mixture of baking soda, colloidal silver and sea salt (3/1 ratio)
I’m not a dentist but I don’t believe that baking soda will cause any problems with your teeth, unless of course you over-zealously brush them and damage the enamel.

By: JP

JP — Sun, 15 May 2011 17:47:53 +0000

Thank you for sharing your successful experience with us, Tony. Much appreciated! Very interesting indeed.

Be well!

By: TonyD

TonyD — Sat, 14 May 2011 18:08:01 +0000

I’ve been doing a variation on this: I make ginger tea with xylitol, which I then sip through the morning hours. Kind of a combination tea/mouthwash. Tasty and healthy.

I read that silica is used in tooth/bone formation, and that ginger has a high natural concentration of silica.

If I had some calcium lactate I would try throwing some in. If I find some locally I’ll give that a try.

PS. I had a black toenail and athlete’s foot — both have disappeared since I started brushing with xylitol and drinking this tea — it has been about two months since I started.

By: Addi

Addi — Fri, 06 May 2011 18:47:12 +0000

In response to Rachel, who asked if baking soda can be used in place of calcium lactate, I’ve read that it can cause gum recession, exposing the roots of one’s teeth, due to its abrasiveness.

By: JP

JP — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:34:54 +0000

Rachel,

I can’t say for certain because calcium lactate is believed to be more soluble than calcium carbonate. Solubility can impact absorption.

A recent study didn’t find very impressive results when evaluating a gum containing calcium carbonate.

http://www.jodjournal.com/article/S0300-5712%2809%2900136-5/abstract

But a toothpaste containing “nano” sized calcium carbonate seemed to be quite effective. Regular calcium carbonate may work in toothpaste as well.

http://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/josnusd/51/1/51_69/_article

http://content.karger.com/produktedb/produkte.asp?typ=fulltext&file=CRE2005039003255

Be well!

By: Rachel Bradley

Rachel Bradley — Fri, 18 Jun 2010 19:34:39 +0000

Do you suppose that calcium carbonate (baking soda) would work just as well as calcium lactate in this rinse? I know baking soda is fabulous for oral health (and much easier to come by).

By: JP

JP — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:23:21 +0000

Cindy,

Thank you for your comment. It’s true that xylitol is toxic for dogs. I mentioned that in another column but not in this particular one. I appreciate you bringing it up.

http://www.healthyfellow.com/465/erythritol-and-xylitol-news/

While we’re on the subject, there are quite a few foods and ingredients that can be harmful for our canine friends including: avocados, chocolate, grapes and raisins, onions and a variety of nuts.

http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/resources/tips/foods_poisonous_to_pets.html

Be well!

By: Cindy Hart

Cindy Hart — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:07:27 +0000

Xylitol is great for people, but you should mention that is not for dogs, infact it is lethally toxic. So happily chew your gum, but dispose of it properly and don’t let you dog anywhere near it.