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  Source Ayurvedic toothpaste...Are they worth it? We Indians are crazy about anything ayurvedic or ‘’Herbal’’ As you call it! Let me ask you this question… Why do you even prefer an ‘Ayurvedic’ product? We often buy Ayurvedic or Herbal products because we think of them as being 'Chemical-free' or 'safe' Any product with its contents within the permissible limits is always safe hence it's actually approved by respective authorities such as FDA or IDA I had a lot of my patients asking me whether they can use ayurvedic toothpaste and if they are as effective as one of those conventional toothpastes in the market …Let’s discuss this in little detail. Ayurvedic toothpaste may have all its ayurvedic ingredients such as Neem, Lavang oil, Vaividang, Bakul, Honey, Amla, pomegranate, Triphala, pineapple, Papaya, menthol…etc. Well, the conventional toothpaste is made up of a few basic ingredients or 'chemicals' which provides them with consistency and textur...

Do you know that the healthy smile is directly related to your health and  longevity?  Let's see how! 1. Important role with Digestion If this does not happen you will be left with weaker process of digestion and not having proper nutrients your body needs which can further affect your health and well being. Ah , of course it does! Good Teeth add to the aesthetic beauty of an individual by not only imparting good oral health but give one confidence to smile brightly and look visually appealing and healthy. You all know that great health requires smooth digestion.The process of Digestion begins in your mouth called as 'Ingestion', in which The food is taken into mouth , it is then chewed ,masticated and While the food is being mechanically broken down, the enzymes in saliva begin to chemically process the food as well. This process requires almost all your teeth to work efficiently after which the food can be passed through the food pipe further. Stil...