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how to tame bad breath and dry mouth on the go with our travel size toothpaste

how to tame bad breath and dry mouth on the go with our travel size toothpaste

Ah, travel days. There’s (usually) nothing easy or breezy about them. It can be hard to stay on schedule on these busy days, let alone make time for oral care. It’s no surprise bad breath and dry mouth often make an appearance on long travel days. To help with this, we’ve bottled up our amazing natural formulas into three travel size toothpaste options: peppermint, charcoal+peppermint, and our signature sensitive+whitening hydroxyapatite toothpaste. To add to that, we’re also sharing a few of our favorite tips for keeping on top of your oral care while you’re on the go. From brushing with our travel size toothpaste to snacking on antioxidant-rich foods, we’ve got you covered with tips to make your next travel day a whole lot fresher. keep Davids travel size toothpaste on you Our travel size toothpaste is the perfect on-the-go sidekick to keep your mouth feeling fresh and healthy. Our formulas were intentionally crafted to tame bad breath, soothe dry mouth, and nourish your oral health from every angle. Here are just some of the ingredients that make Davids the best dry mouth toothpaste. xylitol: xylitol is a powerful natural sweetener that does a lot behind the scenes. In addition to adding a sweet taste to your toothpaste, it stimulates your salivary glands to moisten your mouth. At the same time, it flushes and “starves” bad bacteria, keeping them from festering in your mouth, forming plaque, and causing bad breath. vegetable glycerin: gylcerin’s role in cosmetic products is to preserve moisture. It’s what gives your toothpaste its classic “gooey” consistency. On top of keeping all of the other ingredients fresh and suspended, glycerin stimulates your salivary glands to reduce dry mouth and flush out bad bacteria. Unlike many conventional toothpastes that source their glycerin from animal fat, ours comes from vegetable oil to ensure we uphold our cruelty-free commitment....another reason Davids is the best dry mouth toothpaste. peppermint oils: it’s no secret that the taste of peppermint oil alone has the power to immediately freshen your breath. But did you know that research shows it actually reduces the number of bad bacteria in your mouth too? This means it actually freshens your breath at the source, rather than just masking the odor. Like the other ingredients listed here, peppermint oil also stimulates saliva production to enhance our dry mouth toothpaste. baking soda: this gentle “exfoliant” is known for its ability to polish your teeth, neutralize acids in your mouth, and reduce bad breath. hydroxyapatite: one of our travel size toothpaste formulas contains hydroxyapatite. This innovative ingredient is the natural alternative to fluoride, working to remineralize and strengthen your enamel from the inside out. Because dry mouth can accelerate the growth of bad bacteria, adding hydroxyapatite can give your enamel an extra line of defense against these pathogens. These are just some of the many intentional ingredients that make our travel size premium toothpaste the best sidekick! Now, let’s dive into some other tips for taming bad breath and dry mouth when you’re on the go. try mints and herbal mouth sprays Now, we know our travel size toothpaste can only take you so far since you don’t always have access to a sink when you’re on the go. To add to your toolbox, we recommend natural mints and herbal mouth sprays to keep your mouth feeling fresh and moisturized. Here are some of our favorites. remedy rx breath freshener spray: this holistic superfood spray is made with all-natural breath freshening ingredients such as peppermint essential oil, cinnamon, and xylitol. oh my gum: There are so many conventional chewing gums on the market, but they often contain harmful ingredients such as synthetic dyes and titanium dioxide. But Oh My Gum is 100% natural and plant-based, using ingredients such as xylitol and natural mint flavoring. It’s also completely plastic-free! (Yes, conventional gums are often formulated with plastic...) As you can see, there are so many amazing ways to freshen your breath and soothe your dry mouth with natural, plastic-free ingredients! These two are the perfect companions for your Davids travel size toothpaste. choose hydrating snacks that mask bad breath When you’re on the go, you don’t always have access to your favorite foods. But here are some super common snacks and drinks that have the power to fight bad breath and dry mouth. green tea: this revered tea contains a powerful antioxidant and antibacterial called catechin. It can help tame the bad bacteria in your mouth that causes bad breath. It can also hydrate your mouth and help relieve symptoms of dry mouth. If you’re choosing an iced green tea, be sure it’s not full of sugar, as the sugar will defeat the purpose by feeding the bad bacteria in your mouth. yogurt: over time, the probiotics in yogurt can help nurture your gut health. When there’s an underlying imbalance in your gut, it can lead to bad breath and imbalance in your mouth. cucumber, carrots, and celery: these veggies are high in fiber and almost act as “exfoliants” for your teeth. They’re full of antioxidants and also help your mouth produce more saliva. apples, pears, berries, and melons: just like the veggies above, these fibrous fruits can also exfoliate your teeth. Many of these fruits are high in vitamin C, an antioxidant that can help your oral microbiome fight disease and infection. They also have high water content and can stimulate your salivary glands to prevent dry mouth and flush the bacteria that cause bad breath. When you don’t have the option to use your dry mouth toothpaste, at least you know these snacks are good for your oral health! bring a reusable water bottle Hydration is key when it comes to soothing dry mouth and taming bad breath on the go. On that note, hydration is a key pillar of your holistic, full-body health, so although this tip is super common, be sure not to gloss over it! When you’re going through security at the airport, you can bring an empty reusable water bottle, so you can fill up freely once you get through.Research shows that even just swishing your mouth with water can relieve bad breath. This is because the “flushing” alone can rid your mouth of harmful bacteria and debris that leads to bad breath, while soothing dry mouth at the same time.This 2021 study also shows that your overall water intake can directly affect your risk for periodontal disease (gum disease) and tooth decay. Even just one less cup of water per day can have a statistically significant effect on the prevalence of oral complications, so it’s very important to stay on top of your water intake even (or should we say especially?) when you’re traveling.Pro tip: if you always have your reusable water bottle on you (and filled up), you’ll find more opportunities to brush with your travel size toothpaste because you have access to water even if there’s no sink nearby. buy now.
best dry mouth toothpaste dry mouth? not this summer: our top tips for staying hydrated for your oral health

dry mouth? not this summer: our top tips for staying hydrated for your oral health

It’s officially summertime! While that means beautiful sunny days and warm breezy nights, it can also mean hot weather, dehydration, and dry mouth. You’ve probably heard over and over that dehydration is bad for your body, but do you know how it affects your mouth? We know it can be hard to stay on top of your water intake, so we’re sharing our top easy tips for staying hydrated during the summer. We’re also diving into some of the ways hydration is essential for your oral health....in hopes that it motivates you (even just a little more) to meet your hydration goals this summer and beyond. is drinking water good for your teeth? Absolutely! There are so many reasons why drinking enough water is good for your teeth....and your overall health. it helps prevent dry mouth: dehydration is one of the main causes of dry mouth. When you’re dehydrated, your body doesn’t have enough fluid to produce the amount of saliva your mouth needs. When your mouth doesn’t have enough saliva, it can’t properly defend itself against attacks from bacteria and acids. Dry mouth gives bacteria the perfect place to fester and form plaque, which can wear down your enamel and cause decay. it flushes out your mouth: water literally flushes out your mouth, dislodging debris, pushing out bacteria, and preventing plaque-forming acids from sitting on your teeth and gums. This helps to keep your oral microbiome balanced, so the bad bacteria don’t overtake the good. It also helps your mouth maintain a healthy acidity level, as unbalanced pH levels can lead to bad breath, sensitivity, and enamel damage. it nourishes your gut health: water is essential when it comes to gut health and digestion. Water has the ability to transport nutrients throughout your body, flush out bad bacteria and toxins, and aid in several steps of the digestive process. We know that the gut and mouth are all very closely intertwined: your mouth is the window to your gut, and the two communicate via bacteria (among many other organisms). So giving your digestive system enough water to do its job actually nurtures your oral health too (and vice versa). Next time you experience dry mouth or digestive issues, try to take inventory of your water intake that day! You might be surprised to find dehydration can be the root cause of some of these oral and gut issues. easy ways to nurture your oral health through hydration In addition to avoiding certain foods, beverages, and behaviors (check out our old article, “the best and worst foods for dry mouth and how Davids can help”), here are a few of our top tips for staying on top of your daily hydration. start your water intake early in the day In the world of Ayurveda (a widely-followed ancient Eastern holistic health system), you should think of your body as a flowing river of water....constantly moving and washing away impurities. It’s important to nurture your river with a gradual and consistent water intake. In other words, you don’t want to forget to drink water all day long and then chug later in the day. That would overwhelm your body and disrupt the internal balance. Drinking water little by little throughout the day also makes hydration a little less daunting. Start your morning with 2-3 cups of room temperature or warm water to wake up your body, rehydrate your mouth after a long night, and get your digestive juices flowing. It’s recommended that women drink 2-3 liters (12 cups) per day and men drink 3-4 liters (15 cups) per day. Keep in mind that these are general guidelines, and you should drink more if you’re active or out in the heat for a while (summer, we’re looking at you). Keep up with your water intake by drinking about 1 cup per hour throughout the day, and increasing this amount when you’re sweating. Drinking water frequently will also directly soothe your dry mouth throughout the day! drink room temperature or warm water Why did we mention room temperature or warm water over cold water? Warmer water is more readily available for your body to absorb, allowing it to better aid in hydration and digestion. Especially when you first wake up, your mouth and digestive system are vulnerable. They both just went a long time without any food or water, so you want to reintroduce water in a way that’s gentle and effective. replenish electrolytes Your body relies on electrolytes (common ones are sodium, potassium, chloride, and magnesium) to function properly. They help you stay hydrated, aid in muscle recovery, balance blood pressure and acidity, and promote basic functions like nervous system regulation and tissue health. You can lose electrolytes through excessive sweating, exertion, or even simple everyday activities. When you lose too many electrolytes, you may experience symptoms of dehydration such as muscle cramps, twitching, dry mouth, fatigue, salt cravings, and irritability. When it comes to replenishing electrolytes, we encourage you to do so in a way that nurtures your oral health too. Many electrolyte supplements out there are high in sugar and artificial ingredients. We recommend the following natural, homemade, and mouth-friendly electrolyte drink. 1 cup of water 2 tbsp of lemon juice a pinch of sea salt natural sweetener such as stevia or monk fruit Just be sure to drink it out of a (reusable) straw and rinse out your mouth after, so the acidity from the lemon doesn’t linger on your enamel. make it fun Let’s face it, drinking water all day every day can get a little boring. You can make it more fun by infusing it with fresh fruits and vegetables. One delicious example is cutting up strawberries, mint, and cucumber and putting them in your reusable water bottle. You can keep refilling the water over and over until the flavor runs out! You can also up your water intake by intentionally eating water-rich fruits and vegetables throughout the day. Melons, pineapple, peaches, strawberries, oranges, cucumber, squash, bell peppers, broccoli, celery, and lettuce all have high water content. We encourage you to add these to your diet if you struggle with meeting your daily water goals. brush daily with Davids, the best dry mouth toothpaste What makes Davids the best dry mouth toothpaste? All of our toothpaste formulas contain: plant-based glycerin: glycerin is a gooey humectant used to moisten your mouth and stimulate your salivary glands, which can really ease the symptoms of dry mouth birch xylitol: this natural sweetener also works to stimulate your salivary glands while fighting bad bacteria in your mouth that would otherwise fester due to dry mouth baking soda: along with our premium mint oils, baking soda works to neutralize the pH of your mouth to keep it healthy and prevent bad breath that’s often associated with dry mouth Not to mention, all of our formulas avoid potentially harmful ingredients such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS). SLS is a chemical foaming agent that’s known to cause irritation and burning. If you already suffer from dry mouth, you know that your mouth becomes extremely vulnerable, and even the slightest irritations can feel unbearable. This is why we only use gentle, natural ingredients that work together to prevent dry mouth and leave you feeling fresh and comfortable. buy now.

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