Product Crush Friday: Three Products I'm Crushing On That Detoxify the Body!

Hey y'all! It's been a couple of weeks since I last posted (life got in the way--you know how that is!), but I'm back on it! I'm always looking for simple ways to detoxify my body (we come in contact with soooo many toxins and chemicals every day), so I started doing a little research. The biggest misconception I hear about detoxing is that you have to do some over-the-top detox program where you're cutting out solid foods, a smoothie-only detox (**yawns**), or something like that. While those are true ways to detoxify your body, those are not the only ways. Below are three products that work to detoxify the body that I'm absolutely crushing on right now!


Product #1: Activated Charcoal Toothpaste (with Coconut Oil and bentonite clay).

I've seen commercials on this and I just wanted to try it!! And when I brushed my teeth with it, I looked like one of them damn zombies from Michael Jackson's "Thriller" video!!😭😭 It really is black!! Check out the pros and cons below though!

Benefits

1. It detoxifies your mouth.  Brushing with activated charcoal pulls toxins from your mouth and kills those nasty germs in there!
2. It whitens your teeth!  I was sold on that! I stopped using whitening strips years ago because  of the chemicals and the fact that it messes with the enamel on your teeth. I can use this in conjunction with oil pulling!
3. It improves bad breath! So if you have the "yuck mouth," you might want to try this!
4. It lifts hefty stains from your teeth! If you're a smoker or a coffee drinker (like me), GET.👏 IN. 👏HERE!!!👏😭😭

Cons

1. You shouldn't brush with it everyday. Matter of fact, you should only brush with it with once every couple of weeks! It can be abrasive on the enamel of your teeth as well (however, unlike whitening strips, it is all-natural and has added health benefits).
2. Don't go throwing out your regular toothpaste! Studies have shown that folks need fluoride (which this particular brand does not have) to prevent tooth decay.
3. Don't brush too hard. Because of the abrasiveness of the ingredients, try not to brush too hard (and in a circular motion). 

Click here to check out some activated charcoal toothpaste products!

Product #2 Bentonite Clay. Bentonite Clay consists of volcanish ash called "montmorillonite." Unlike other clays (like that orange clay we grew up on in the South), it doesn't stain countertops or clothes. It has a high concentration of minerals such as: silica, calcium, magnesium, sodium, iron, and potassium.

Benefits

1. You guessed it! It detoxifies the body! When bentonite clay comes in contact with a toxin, chemical, or heavy metal (such as aluminum, mercury, etc.) the clay will absorb the toxin and release its minerals for the body to use. This clay also helps get oxygen to cells. Adding 1/4 of bentonite clay to your bath water is an easy and relaxing way to detoxify the body!
2. When taken orally, it helps with digestive problems such as acid reflux, constipation and bloating. Taking 1/2 to 1 teaspoon in a glass of water improves digestion!
3. Promotes Healthier skin and helps with allergy issues. Studies have shown that the minerals in bentonite clay promotes healthier skin, softens skin, and helps with allergies.

It was kind of pricey in Earth Fare, but click here to purchase a good brand of bentonite clay!

Product #3- Hemp/CBD Oil (Cannabis Sativa)😎😎

Now, I wasn't too familiar with Hemp/CBD oil, but I've heard nothing but good things about it! I tried it last night for the first time, and BABY, I was relaxed!!! 😭😭 The benefits are endless for this stuff:
Benefits:

1. It supports the immune system. The fatty acids in hemp seed oil have been shown to promote healthy flora in the intestines and support immune system response and function.
2. It relaxes the hell out you. Oh yeah! It improves mood, and reduces anxiety. I felt like Lil Duval after about an hour! "I'm living my best life!"😭😭
3. Balances your hormones. Hemp oil is rich in gamma-linoleic acid (GLA), an Omega 6 fatty acid. Studies have shown that GLA helps balance hormones.
4. It is perfectly legal. Yep! Bought that Cannibis Sativa right off the shelf at Earth Fare, ya dig! LOL
5. Good for heart health. Hemp oil also supports heart health and promotes cardiovascular function.
6. Great for your brain! Hemp oil contains docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which is essential for brain development. DHA is also crucial to the health of the brain and also the retina of the eye.
7. Naturally Reduces Inflammation. Yep! Studies have shown that hemp/CBD oil is naturally anti-flammatory. All of that in one bottle!

Click here to check out some hemp oil products!

Welp, that's it for me folks. I'm "tide"(for you non-slang folks, that means "tired")....😭😭. If you're a dentist or work in the dental field, I want to hear from you!! Let me know your thoughts on the activated charcoal toothpaste. I don't know if it's just me, but my teeth feel grrreeeat!! Stay healthy, my friends! I love us for real!


-The Vegan World Traveler