Green 4 Your Soul: Green Your Toothpaste

Did you know that most so called green toothpastes still contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate? If you're searching for a green alternative to chemically laden toothpastes you definitely want to avoid SLS (Sodium Lauryl Sulfate). SLS has been shown to cause Canker Sores. If you suffer from canker sores you’ll fight an uphill battle trying to heal them while your daily tooth brushing routine is aggravating them. In addition to it's ability to cause Canker Sores SLS is also a suspected carcinogen. Children often swallow toothpaste when brushing their teeth so it's vital that they aren't ingesting cancer causing chemicals in their toothpaste.

When searching for a green toothpaste look out for Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Artifical Colors and Sweeteners as well as Flouride. All of these chemicals are hazardous to your health and are also completely unnecessary. If a toothpaste contains these ingredients it should be avoided at all costs. I challenge you to read the label next time you reach for a toothpaste at the grocery store. I am willing to bet that you won't be able to recognize or pronounce the names of the chemicals contained in it. What we put on our bodies is just as important as what we put in them. In order to live your healthiest life you need to be conscious of the choices you make and how they affect your health. I know this can seem overwhelming, it seems like every day we're bombarded with a new chemical to avoid. The key is to become educated. Once you know what to look out for you will be able to make healthier choices. The good news is that there are some fabulous companies out there making great green toothpastes that are free from all of the hazardous chemicals without sacrificing performance.

Check out my recommendations for adults and kids and switch to a green toothpaste today!