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While toothpaste is sold as the ‘key’ to maintaining a set of beautiful, clean and strong white teeth, over the years there has been concern over some of the ingredients found in toothpaste. One of the main ingredients, fluoride, has been shown to be harmful to the body. Besides fluoride which is the main ingredient in most tooth pastes, other ingredients that have been found to raise health concerns include titanium oxide, glycerin, sodium lauryl sulfate and artificial sweeteners.
It is no wonder then that more people are seeking out healthier alternatives to toothpaste. Below are 8 different substitutes for toothpaste that you can incorporate into your life. ESTHER MUCHENE
1. Baking Soda
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