Ancient “seed” naturally fights GUM DISEASE

Go ahead, admit it…

Sometimes the last thing you want to do is spend time taking care of your teeth and gums.

But here’s the thing…

Not taking care of your oral health can lead to WAY MORE problems than just bad breath or the occasional cavity.

In fact, it can lead to GUM DISEASE… which, in turn, can lead to dangerous health issues—like heart disease and even dementia!

But there’s good news…

Thanks to a little help from this ancient ‘seed’, you can easily STOP gum disease and prevent the severe health complications surrounding it!

All without taking a trip to the dentist.

Flaxseed has long been considered one of the world’s foremost ‘super foods.’ In fact, thousands of years ago, Charles the Great ordered his subjects to eat flax seeds for their health.

But now research has discovered that flaxseed is one of the BEST things you can consume for strong, healthy gums.

According to a study published in the International Journal of Herbal Medicine, flaxseed can prevent the growth of common periodontal pathogens that often contribute to the onset of gum disease.

This is important because conventional treatments for gum disease usually include antibiotics. Which is a problem because many folks are becoming ‘resistant’ to these drugs—due to years misuse and overprescribing.

But flaxseed is considered a ‘natural’ antibiotic and helps your body target and destroy the pathogens that conventional drugs may miss.

If you aren’t currently taking flaxseed, it’s easy to start incorporating into your daily routine.

In fact, flaxseed or flaxseed oil can be added to many common foods.

For instance, you can drizzle it as a dressing on salad… sprinkle ground flaxseed over your hot or cold breakfast cereal… or even mix them into smoothies for a ‘heartier’ consistency.

Most grocery stores sell ground flaxseed (and flaxseed oil) in the organic section. You’ll also be able to find it at your local health food store or online vitamin retailer.

If you’re considering adding flaxseed to your diet, be sure to stick the recommended serving size listed on the product label.

In addition to flaxseed, the ancient technique of oil pulling is also a great way to rid your mouth of harmful bacteria.

To healthy gums,

Sarah Reagan

Sources:

Rodriguez, Evangelyn. “Here’s another health benefit of flaxseed: Improved gum health.” https://www.health.news/2021-03-26-another-benefit-of-flaxseed-improved-gum-health.html