Dentist here. I totally agree. No carbs = no cavities. It is also about the frequency of carbs/starches, not the total amount. So intermittent fasting is also fantastic for your teeth. It is harder to get cavities if you only eat once or twice a day
@@XxMercuriiXx It's actually lifestyle because before you get to diet you have to address why are you snacking so much. Computer based work will keep a person snacking and if you have an addiction it goes even deeper.
I eat like more than 3x a day but brush my teeth properly 2x a day in morning and night and I floss too...Am I still in trouble or my teeth are just doing fine?
Parents, the family unit, are responsible for this. If we could just stop worshipping the state and asking it to meet our basic needs.. Why can't it ever be up to us?
0:46 it's crazy how they find people who died 200-300 years ago in random places and their teeth is still somehow there, but us alive people, can't keep our natural teeth in shape for more than 20-30 years
Their diet was way better than ours today. They also chewed on natural sticks, I forgot what it’s called, for their teeth. Higher ups failed our health :’)
HAVE TO SHARE! I have not been to the dentist in a very VERY long time (20+ years). Im self employed & don’t have dental insurance. I take really good care of my teeth because of that. I floss nearly every day, brush in the am & pm and oil pull about 1x a week. I also make my own toothpaste and alternate with a coconut oil toothpaste as well because my mouth doesn’t react well to Colgate or crest (it peels away a layer of skin and leaves an off taste in my mouth) My mom has a problem with plaque and my dad had gum issues. I just went to the dentist 2 days ago and the doctor told me my oral health was awesome! He couldn’t believe I hadn’t been to a dentist in that long. The true test was when I got to the hygienist for my scheduled cleaning. She didn’t have to do anything! She said I had no plaque, no tarter or biofilm. I wanted to cry, I was so happy. She told me I had a mouth hygienists love to get! For those that are curious, this is the toothpaste I make. I use a couple tablespoons of bentonite clay, a sprinkle of baking soda, couple drops of peppermint oil and cinnamon oil, 1 tsp xylitol, drizzle some liquid coconut oil and water to make a nice paste. Store it in a glass jar.
Curious if you had any older fillings? If so, did they just not have issues for 20 years?? Do you know if oil pulling actually removes and fills old fillings overtime?
When I was about 11 years old in school a science teacher put some extracted teeth (pig) in a glass half full with Coca-Cola. After 4 days the teeth were gone. I never drank Cola or fizzy sugary drinks after this.
My teacher did the same with a copper penny and it took maybe a month but ...copper! Copper was almost dissolved ...it looked like a microscopic view of graphene!
I had terrible personal hygiene as a kid and lost a lot of teeth by the time I was eighteen! Your informative videos are changing my life! Thank you for priceless content!!!
Ummm, dont feel guilt of having bad personal hygiene as you would be surprised to know that native people who have never seen a brush in their lives were having stronger teeth than any urban human during a study. It had to do alot with your diet while growing up- Blame candies, chocolates, fruit loops etc. 🙏
@@AwakeningVibes-369 I agree that candies, wheat products and chocolate are mostly to blame. I have noticed when I do not eat those my teeth enamel is much stronger and whiter probably because it makes your body acidic and bacteria can easily grow and does not contain any antibacterial properties like in many natural whole foods.
@@AwakeningVibes-369 Yes okay but I just never brushed my teeth. I was a weird kid because I didn’t have much parental guidance. I used to scrape the white goo off my teeth with my fingernails then eat it! 🤮 That was then, now, I brush twice a day sometimes three times a day. But lately, I can’t find a dentist that doesn’t lie, over charge or literally abuse me!
@@CuteThingslikesame im trying my best with cutting down on those things and i dont take white sugar anymore. Next thing is im gna reduce those snacks even more its hard because im addicted a bit.
I went to the dentist several years ago and was told I had seven cavities, mostly small. I refused treatment, opting to eat better, brush, floss, and use baking powder instead of toothpaste. I also ate aged cheese before sleeping and observed what archeologists/anthropologists said about ancient people's teeth and diet. Notice those skulls and how beautiful the teeth are. Loads of fiber, raw veggies, fresh food, food that scrubs the teeth, etc. was part of their diets. My next check up, years later, revealed no cavities.
I graduated dental hygiene school this year and have been working for about 6 months now. I see at least 16 different patients every day. I’ve learned that one of the most common habits of people who have a ton of cavities is drinking soda. When I notice the patient has rampant decay, I’ll ask them if they drink a lot of soft drinks or energy drinks and 99% of the time they say yes and seem surprised that I can tell that. The carbonation and sugar are the most volatile combination for our teeth.
Please research fluoride. It was used as a rat poison, harms the pineal gland and is used as a tool to dumb down the masses. I have stayed away from commercial toothpaste and have switched to P2 probiotic toothpaste mouthwash that inhibits the biofilm from forming in the first place. Never had a cleaner teeth than ever!
I was never taught proper dental hygiene when I was younger. I was barely even taken to the dentist for the first 20 yrs of life. Due to my declining dental health in recent years I am on a mission to repair what I allowed to happen to my teeth as well as other Health concerns. Thank you for your content it was very informative. Be well. 🙂
Can you repair teeth? I have heard you can only make them more resilient but if you already have a cavity you can not reverse that, maybe if it is very small but even that is maybe hard and takes long time.
I have my grandma who kept doing oil pulling with sesame oil since she was in her 20s. Today she is 84 and never had a cavity and has the healthiest teeth I have ever seen. She never ate sweets because she hates sugar 😁.
As a dentist I also see many cavities in those that are vegan because they do not get enough of the fat soluble form of Vitamin A, which you need to utilize the calcium to rebuild your teeth.
I've been plant-based (low-fat/salt) for several years. I didn't have cavities growing up and into my 30's, even though I only brushed my teeth once per day and never flossed. In my forties, I began paying more attention to brushing and flossing. My last dentist visit I had four cavities. I question the level of phytates and starch/carbs in vegan diets, especially after watching this video.
Another Dentist here , It’s not from the drugs. It’s from the carbs. Drugs dry your mouth out, so if you eat or drink anything with carbs the effect from carbs is multiplied. First principals of cavities are Carbs , Time (how long and how often, and Saliva (which neutralizes acid’s created by bacteria that eat the carbs you eat) 😊 hope that helps
Ok my finding after following keto for 4 weeks with my spouse Hips pain - 90% gone Back pain - 90% gone ... but I started doing 'dead hangs' as well My spouse started having her cycle regular after it almost stopped No more energy roller coaster during the day We both need less sleep Tinnitus - improve
I was thinking it too bcoz just went in the dentist for cleaning only and found out that i need to go for filling of my 2nd molar and tooth extraction of my wisdom tooth... having a set of healthy teeth is also important as our overall health.
@@Jharieltravel I wonder how much difference they would notice if you listened to subliminal audio instructing your subconscious to heal your teeth. People do not realize that they have been repeatedly told by Dentists, Doctors, Media and society in general, that their teeth cannot heal, or can only do so superficially. They are told this as a child and then your subconscious takes on those programs... Ive already noticed benefit from sending the subconscious better 'programs'. Here is another example. We're all told that we get gray hair when we get older, we accept it as fact and eventually so does our subconscious. After 16 days of sending the subconscious a new 'program', my gray hair started reversing. Does it really make sense that such an efficient, wonderful, self healing vessel would mysteriously be unable to heal what is certainly one of the most important organs?
Dear Dr Berg. Since watching your videos and applying the knowledge you have unearthed, my health has improved beyond measure. I'm 67 yo, and I feel like a spring chicken. Up the stairs 2 at a time. Easy. Calm peaceful mind. It would take ages to list the specifics. I thank you with my whole heart.
Little note about starches. If you love potatoes (like me) when you cook them, let them cool, then heat them again later (to eat) the bio-availability of the bad starches become drastically reduced. You can rinse them in cold water as well to remove surface starches. Also, chilled potatoes decrease postprandial glucose, insulin, and glucose-dependent insulinotropic Peptide. (yes I did indeed copy and paste that last sentence) : )
when I was on keto diet a year ago I was doing lots of research and found out the same thing. Cooling potatoes after cooking them reduces their gylcemic index quite a bit.
Agree. The cooling technique drastically increases resistant starch percentage. I first observed eating cold potatoes when my Korean friend offered me cold, steamed potatoes at lunch. Since that day, I eat them dipped in mustard. Yum!
Excerpts: According to the American Dental Association, to prevent tooth decay in children and adults, you need to: • Brush twice a day • Floss your teeth once a day • See the dentist on a regular basis • Limit snacking • Consume a well-balanced diet • Use fluoride and dental sealants (plastic coating) • Keep added sugar to a minimum What is a “balanced diet?” In many cases, this means including grains or starches in your diet. Diets that include sugar, grains, and starch can lead to cavities. There is an enzyme in your mouth that helps break down starch and inhibits damaging acids from being produced. This enzyme is dependent on B vitamins, especially B1. Sugar, carbs, and starches deplete vitamin B1. The more deficient you are in B1, the more you’re going to deplete the important enzyme that protects your teeth. Other things, like bicarbonates, also help neutralize harmful acids in your mouth naturally. In my opinion, to get rid of cavities, you need to address the underlying cause. You have to stop consuming sugar and starches. The ketogenic diet has many benefits beyond weight loss, including promoting good oral health-and it’s great for adults and children! Thank you Dr Berg!! 🐱👍🏿
Top 6 Cavity makers : Vinegar left on teeth , white sugar , pepsin(pork stomach acid) , x-rays , salicylic acid , excessive fluoride in drinking water .
I can vouch for sugars causing cavity cuz I used to suck on candies before bed and sometimes fall asleep while the candy is still in my mouth. just 1-2 months of this bad habit resulted in HUGE cavities in the molars So, here are my tips - 1. brush before bed even if just for 10-20 seconds. (in addition to the regular morning brush) 2. chew your water ALWAYS. this would clean your mouth through out the day 3. reduce sugars but not go all out on keto. (Dr.Berg looks a lot older than he is because of keto and he has to use filters to hide his wrinkles in the videos)
After I stopped eating white sugar and any type of bread, I haven't had cavities for 10 years. I eat vegetables, fruits, nuts, meat, eggs, buckwheat, and various types of porridge-except oatmeal, because it contains a lot of phytic acid, which you should avoid as if it's poison. I also realized that pH plays a significant role in cavity formation. If the saliva in your mouth is acidic, you'll easily get cavities, even with perfect oral hygiene. So, the most important factors are maintaining a proper diet and keeping the pH in your mouth alkaline.
I am now 61,& when I was 18 yo, I learned to always always rinse my mouth w water straight after I eat or drink anything…& have hardly had any fillings ever since
One thing I would add is that you need to make sure you get enough vitamins and minerals, as a lack of them affect your teeth health. When I had vitamin and mineral deficiencies, I had cavity issues. Once I changed that and got enough vitamins and minerals, I have never had teeth pain or cavity issues for the past 15 years.
@@sylviagourmaud8748 Eat plenty fruits and vegetables and grass fed beef. You will need to supplement as today you can't get all of your vitamins and minerals solely from your food for a variety of reasons. It just is not possible to do so. You need about 60 minerals and 16 vitamins each day. There are more vitamins and minerals and less sugar in green leafy vegetables than in fruits.
Dentist here. I agree with you Dr. Berg. Let's add that the tooth brush needs to be replaced at least every 3 months or sooner when the bristles have lost their integrity. Also, it's important to scrape your tongue with a tongue scraper to remove the bad bacteria hiding on the tongue crevices. The most common cause of bad breath is from build up of germs on the tongue. Furthermore, all alcoholic drinks contain high levels of sugar and especially harmful is wine which is produced using a fermentation process. Alcohol also causes dehydration which reduces salivary flow causing dry mouth which is the breeding ground for bad germs.
Hi, I have several questions. Every morning I have some green stuff on my tongue, is that a normal thing? I think it might be bacteria growing or something like that. (I can scrape it off easily but it comes back, and there seems to be more of it if I eat Les) Another question I have is if I don't eat anything for a day or two, (and drink nothing or water) do I still have to brush my teeth? And if my teeth feel a bit odd after drinking lemonade from freshly squeezed lemons with lots of lemon juice, is that a sign of cavities? Thanks! (Of course if you don't feel like answering them then don't. I can't afford a dentist at the moment and have been wondering these questions for a long time, which is why I'm asking you.)
Thank you for giving me yet another reason to stop drinking wine. I thought it was fine to have some red wine or champagne with a healthy diet but it did make my teeth more sensitive and even triggered a toothache lately. Only water for me now.
Again, I can attest to this. For years and years and years, no matter how much I brushed or flossed, no matter what I did, I could not stop from getting cavities. My dentist administered fluoride when I was a kid every six months, a giant tray of fluoride in my mouth, I can remember just how sick it made me feel and it was all I could do not to throw up with that tray of my mouth for 10 minutes. For hours afterward, I would still feel sick. They said it would harden and strengthen my teeth. 👀 Well, by early 20s. 20s I had had a tremendous amount of cavities, multiple fillings, yes, Mercury feelings, and my dad would constantly ask me. Did you brush your teeth? Enough times? You can't be brushing your teeth enough. That's got to be the problem. Well I can tell you was brushing my teeth three and four times a day, flossing, brushing my teeth immediately after eating anything, and nothing I did helped. Cavities continued. At one point in a six month period I had nine new cavities. Well for years ongoing I had fought to try and keep my teeth. In the last two years, my health had taken a giant crash due to life circumstances and some very bad diet choices. All of my teeth were loosening, my gums were sore continuously and bleeding and a whole host of other physical issues including fatigue, loss of mental focus, etc etc. Etc. I came across Dr. Berg's video on teeth, vitamin c, b vitamins etc. I decided I would switch to keto, drop sugar and thoroughly, stop taking ascorbic acid vitamin c, and start eating vitamin c in the form of whole foods. Peppers, sauerkraut, lemons, etc. Well in about a month my oral health turned around 100%. One of the teeth I had that was super loose and had been bothering me for over a year. Finally came out. When it came out. I looked at it and I could see it was about 60% Mercury filling. I realized my body had just rejected this tooth because it was loaded with toxins. Since that came out and I have maintained my keto diet and healthy eating, no more cavities, no more bleeding gums, no more fatigue, no more loss of mental clarity, and on down the list. What Dr. Berg is talking about here is exactly spot on. Also, it is true that the sugar industry tried to make fat the demon. The demon is not fat, the demon is sugar, refined carbs, the starches, and of course big corporations. 😁 I could go on and on and on about all this, but I wanted to make the point that Dr. Berg's information is definitely spot on accurate. If you're having tooth problems, cavities, weight gain, lack of mental focus, on down the list, adopt the keto diet, just try it for 30 days. Drop sugar and switch to healthy eating. You will be truly amazed. I feel about 20 years younger in about 3 months. Thank you so much Dr. Berg from the bottom of my heart for helping me get my health back! ♥️ I should also briefly mention that cod liver oil and vitamin A in the form of retinol were important pieces of this recovery as well.
Wow, that's crazy tjat you did so much yet still had cavities. I think genetics which give some ppl tougher enema that others and bacterial flora in the mouth varies a lot person to person, and so some do not experience many problems despite the high sugar and carbs, however, eventually, that enamal will wear down, and they wont have that protection any more. Keto works, I dont feel the bacteral film on my teeth anymore, at least way less, and I suspect the makeup of these bacteria changes too, if theyre not getting the sugars to ferment!
My husband got all of his mercury fillings taken out and replaced. It's a process. He downloaded a book for free, but I can't remember the name of it. He had to take detoxing supplements as part of it.
Weston Price was primarily interested in Activator X because of its ability to control dental caries. By studying the remains of human skeletons from past eras, he estimated that there had been more dental caries in the preceding hundred years than there had been in any previous thousand-year period and suggested that Activator X was a key substance that people of the past obtained but that modern nutrition did not adequately provide. Price used the combination of high-vitamin cod liver oil and high-Activator X butter oil as the cornerstone of his protocol for reversing dental caries. This protocol not only stopped the progression of tooth decay, but completely reversed it without the need for oral surgery by causing the dentin to grow and remineralize, sealing what were once active caries with a glassy finish. One 14-year-old girl completely healed 42 open cavities in 24 teeth by taking capsules of the high-vitamin cod liver oil and Activator X concentrate three times a day for seven months.
Am almost 60 and haven’t had a cavity for 30 years, I have learned a lot how to care for my teeth over the years and thankful for dental check ups. Thank you for explaining about bacteria not only in the mouth but in the intestines. You have an excellent explanation simple and very helpful. One thing is when going for dental check up ask the hygienist what to pay more attention to, they are wonderful but I have noticed they won’t go into much detail if we are missing an area when we brush or floss.
I recently visited my dentist for 6 month checkup. The hygienist was amazed I didn’t have any tartar. Another great attribute of a ketogenic diet with intermittent fasting. I also brush often with baking soda and swish with peroxide as you recommended in another video. Thanks Doc!
I will try your tooth brushing idea! Thanks for posting. I need dentures, but I have 8 teeth that are broken down to the gumline, many other cracked teeth and amalgam fillings. I'm on a fixed income and can't afford the extractions. My insurance will cover the majority of it, but not all. I've spent my life in a dental chair. My older brother had to get dentures when he was 19 years old. His teeth were literally rotting. I went to my dentist in my early 20s explaining my brother's story and told him I wanted dentures. He said, Oh no. You really want to hold on to your teeth! If he's still alive, I'd like to get him alone in a room for 5 minutes. I'm in my early 60s now. Sorry for rambling.
@@Jennifer-gr7hn agreed. Although I no longer live in parts of the world where that is a problem. I returned home to a country that drugs its people with fluoride. Countries that have parasites in the water usually have more intelligent people because they have a diet that eliminates parasites. They have food that requires chewing so their teeth are straight and jaws are strong, so look vastly younger than my western citizenry. I drink single source mineral water not controlled by Nestle or Coca-Cola. Living with traditional people educated me to see what real strength and health is.
@@annamaria1972 agreed. Also, fresh tamarind is brilliant for removing it. Not certain about the preserved tamarind, it would depend on factors like glass and preservatives.
I'll share my own experience. Up to when I was 26 years old I used to have new cavities every now and then. I brushed a lot, flossed daily, used mouth wash, all good practices, except I didn't go to the dentist regurlarly for cleanings. One dentist told me my problem was that I simply was genetically more prone to cavities. Then finally I found a new dentist that filled my last cavities and told me the most important was to get regular cleanings every semester, and that even though I brushed daily, it would not stop tartar from building up, and under that tartar, the cavities would grow. Now, for over 4 years I have been going to the same dentist to get cleanings and since that I haven't gotten any new cavities at all. My habits have changed to brushing my teeth only before bed with weekly flossings, even though the dentist recomends at least 2 brushes a day. Since I'm lazy, and it's working, I'll keep brushing once. It's what works for me.
@@ArielleXArielle I have noticed that most people do not wash their tounges, are they blind tongues have plaque if unwashed, plaque on tongue causes bad breath also.
It's probably bc of your toothbrush. You need an electric one to prevent buildup and to massage the gums properly. Use it in the morning and before bed. Either Oral B or Sonicare. You also need to floss at night. Toothpaste with fluoride in it helps prevent formation of cavities.
Diet comes round full circle, I always think that my teeth are indicators if I'm eating the right foods. If my teeth start bleeding, I'm eating the wrong foods. Thanks Dr. Eric Berg!
In a matter of 9 months every single tooth of mine had cavities, and I was so confused because my intake of sugar hadn’t changed. Then I realised after tests that I have gut issues and I was severely deficient in Zinc, Mag, and B vitamins (all vitamins and minerals really, but esp these ones). I wish I had found out sooner
I used to get cavities a lot when I was 9 years old and during teen years. Mostly it happened within two teeth where I couldn't floss as they were very tight (30 years ago we didn't have right tools to floss). Also, my diet of what my mom was preparing beside vegetables, was mostly carbs as she thought we can get full with bread, pasta, rice et, not thinking about the lack of nutritional values. When I was indipendent I never got cavities as I was controlling myself what I was eating (I am into veggies and fruits, no carbs, sugar, soda drinks etc). Also, finally a proper tool to floss teeth arrived in my country, so I have found the long lasting solution. No matter what I go to the dentist every 6 months for deep cleaning.
@@AB-lz1oj oh, I have heard about that. Which part of the process will ruin the enamel? For me it's necessary to do that once in a while, because I develop stones in the lower back side of the front teeth.
@@kekp3791 stones on teeth? Thats strange i never heard about this… it must be excess calcium in ur diet? Do u take calcium supplements? Try to take magnesium and see doctor recommendations regarding stones because thats not normal its an inbalance u need to fix so u dont hav fo scrub ur tooth every now and then it will wear out ur teeth in the long run
Folks, look into the role of boron for teeth and bones. A minor mineral that is overlooked by most medical studies. It is vital for healthy tooth enamel and strong bones. Cheers.
*_A lot of dentists don't want us to use baking soda on our teeth, but I've been using baking soda for more than 10 years and I haven't had any cavity since. It's simply because it neutralizes the acid in your mouth that also causes cavities._*
I am impressed with Dr. Berg’s not so subtle demonstration of why a low-Carb/keto diet isn’t just a “weight loss” way of nutrition for our bodies. Anyone and everyone can & would benefit in some way.
I think I had every tooth filled when I was about ll. I always cleaned my teeth but I did eat a lot of chocolate and ate a lot of sugar. So a lot of your video makes sense to me. Thank you for the many varied topics you cover, it is so helpful.
Two things that really stood out for me, were that Cancer feeds from fermentation, and that enamel is harder than steel, definitely blew my mind; great insight in connecting the points.
The truth is that cancer likes glucose because it's an easy energy source, but cancer can use any energy source that's available. A no carb diet, for example, will not starve cancer.
Is enamel really harder than steel? But the bacteria can still easily destroy your teeth if you are not careful every day. I think cancer can grow if your body is unhealthy.
My brother went to the dentist, they found some cavities and scheduled an appt about a month later to put in fillings. A few days after the visit though, he found out about the bad effects of food additives and decided to completely change his diet to basically just raw vegan foods. After a month of eating a completely different diet (before he was a dorito, soda, and hot pocket addict) he goes in to get his fillings and the dentist can't find them. He even did new x-rays and it showed the cavities were gone. His dentist said it was the first time he'd ever seen that happen. Years later I was working at a dental technician place and was looking up dental research. And a recent study found that the teeth CAN grow back enamel under the right circumstances, but if the dentin underneath becomes too damaged, then the enamel cannot grow back. Not that the enamel is alive but rather the dentin produces the enamel.
a friend is 90 yrs old , ate normal all her life no special diets. Never has used Anything but baking soda to brush her teeth. she is very proud that at 90 she still has ALL her own teeth. :-)
I have to second a comment made 4 months ago. Dr. Berg, I am surprised and disappointed that you haven't acknowledged the existence of OIL PULLING. Swapping coconut oil between the teeth for 5 to 10 minutes to attract the germs that cause cavities, and then spitting out the oil + germs in the trash. I also have most of the teeth in my mouth with cavities treated with fillers and crowns. I used to have at least one dental procedure every year due to recurring cavities. Since I started the practice of oil pulling seven years ago, I haven't had one single cavity issue. And I haven't given up on all starches and sugars.
Always enjoying your content. I do wonder IF fluoride is really good for us though, been using fluoride free toothpaste for the longest time. Thank you as always Dr. Berg. I would also like to hear your take on Root Canals.
I would also like to know what Dr Berg thinks of root canals?! I'm going to a new dentist tomorrow and I have a feeling that is going to be the outcome of my one tooth I've been struggling with for a while.....
Fluoride is a neurotoxin by-product of toxic waste No Florida's not good for you in any sense don't listen to anybody that says it is good for you because they're being paid like the rest of the shills to mislead and cause more harm
Just went to the dentist a few hours ago and he was very impressed, as he has been for many years. I rarely eat starches or sweets, so that explains it.
If your dental infection or decay is caused by parasite overload (too much sugar) ivermectin also helps. It is not only what you eat but also how you cook/prep it ! Example - If you use herbs & spices like garlic, clove, oregano, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, thyme etc in your recepies, you'll reap the benefits of their strong yet natural antimicrobial effects which keep bacteria/yeast/parasites in check. You still need to keep your simple carbs, refined sugars & starches on the lower side to sustain dental health. Having reasonable amount of lean proteins will also help build the dental collagen structure. You could also supplement with B vitamins, Essential aminos, Trace minerals and electrolytes (potassium, magnesium) for additional support. Example: Your teeth love sulfur based aminos like taurine, methionine, cysteine (fights tooth decay and rebuild)...and minerals like zinc (strengthens dental structure) , manganese, boron (prevents calcium and magesium loss), and molybdenum (repairs tooth enamel).
Fascinating, growing up it was called "growth pains". I used to walk up as a child and my legs would be in pain as if they were broken. I remember too having no options so I would just hit my legs. Thank you doc.
There is of course a complete difference in rinsing your mouth with a small amount of fluoride, and ingesting it all day every day through water. There are many things that can have a positive effect in small doses or used on the surface of our bodies, that will be poisonous when ingested in larger or any doses. Alcohole is a great example of that, it's great to clean wounds with but has a terrible effect on the body when ingested.
As far as I know there is still no shower filter that takes out fluoride. You need a reverse osmosis which is expensive and takes everything out of water including all or most minerals. But a shower filter can remove chlorine and some other things.
That's weird because I have genetically bad teeth and I get prescription only toothpaste and it has x4 times the amount of fluoride than normal toothpaste
Iam not using fluoride tooth paste for maybe 20 years and I do not have any cavity. I was told that brushing is more importatnt than expensice toothpaste. It just smell nice. But it is mostly the side efect.
i never went to the dentist my entire life, i love eating candies when i was a kid my gums swollen all the time and i didn’t get a chance to brush my teeth because we don’t have toothbrush or toothpaste i just a kid who love playing around all day, but when i reached 12 years old all my tooth started fall out and new teeth appear. when i smile the first thing people noticed was my perfect teeth. and never went to the dentist my entire life
Thank you doctor. As a dentist practicing in India I advise my patients same thing. It's always one's lifestyle. Sadly people want quick fixes for their rotten teeth . No kind of flouride treatment or quick fixes can deal with our problems. And every major disease of body starts with our teeth. I come across children as well with all their teeth rotten. One look at their parents and I know they're the culprit, not the kids. I am hated for pointing it out loud but it's part of my job. Unhealthy parents leads to unhealthy children.
I BEG to differ Mr. Dr. --- Applying the understanding that there are only two sides to chemistry (Acid/Alkaline) it is easier to draw the connection to the saliva. Saliva breaks down damn near anything...you can clean with it. So if you eat crap acidic foods like you mention it creates an acid ash. If your body runs acidic so does the saliva. No sugar remains on your teeth after a while..com'on man put it together. IT IS YOUR SALIVA that causes the breakdown NOT the product in your mouth, it is what happens after the product has been processed by your now acid body.
bentonite clay, and if teeth enamel is bad, then calcium bentonite clay. Brush teeth with it can mix it with toothpaste and helps restore gums. Removing all starches and sugars helps too but not in every situation. My daughter unfortunately got her dads genes which her teeth no matter what we did still continued to go bad.
Thank you Dr Berg, we were raised on a sugar and carbs diet, my teeth are a testament to that (a mess). The fundamental reason I started keto was toothache from eating sugar. The keto plan has been so successful for me, no more aching teeth, and also in so many other ways as well 🙏
Very informative. When my kids were young, the dentists did sealants on their teeth. I believe to this day, my daughter who is 45 has never had a cavity and excellent teeth. Now her daughter (my 9 yr old granddaughter) who is addicted to sugar has most of her teeth with fillings and crowns, so sad.
@@bestrelaxingchannel5556 I don’t know this was like 30 years ago. I was just watching a video on oil pulling for teeth using sesame oil which I’m going to start doing since I have very sensitive teeth.
I had many cavities develop solely because the sealant put on my teeth trapped bacteria under it. I had a couple dentists tell me this was the cause. I'm not against sealants, but I think they should be regularly looked after by dentists.
interesting. I switched to neem toothpaste that's fluoride free and my sensitive teeth issue has disappeared. I have also noticed a decrease in cavities. I'm looking to reach the point where I can consistently make my own toothpaste. thanks for sharing this info
I've had perfect teeth my entire life until one root canal. My cavities are a direct result of a ONE root canal I've had done TWICE recommend by a dentist. Then a Paradonist did a apicoectomy... which made it worse and that's how the infection spread through my entire mouth out of nowhere. I've been battling problems ever since. I intermediate fast, have a clean diet and my oral hygiene has always been a top priority. Things I wish I was taught... was to never get a root canal EVER, especially with an autoimmune disease! Get an implant and if you don't understand why rent the video "Root Cause" on RUclips.
I watched a video of a Pediatrician in Settle (?) and in his vid he discussed from his own experience as a doctor for 25+ years that kids that did not take any vaccines were healthier then those that did. The Medical board tried to take his license away for this vid (you can still find it) now he lectures all over to spread the truth. watch "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1" = shocking vid cant put why but it's about the last 3 years and the push for these experimental V. WORTH YOUR TIME...pls pass on to everyone you know & even strangers. The truth shall prevail. take care.
@ Susan W, Good for you and your kids!!! I wish most mothers would do the same for their children, not have them poked!! God bless you and your family always!
I would love to hear his take on that too but unfortunately I think You toob will not allow that conversation. He could be flagged or labeled as spreading misinfo. Sad isn't it?
Glad to hear you talking about this. My dentist wanted to know what I was doing differently (!) My thanks to you are bigger than I can express. Best, Liz
@@ARCSTREAMS You know when you go in for a dental cleaning? You know that hard guck that they scrape off your teeth? Well, after years of regular 6 month teeth-cleaning, suddenly there was hardly anything to scrape! Then 6 months later, again there was hardly anything to scrape. That hard build-up on my teeth was not happening, and the only thing different was keto and IF,
@@scrappyquilter102 IF? also not really sure about what the hard guck is, usually i remove any such stuff when flossing and brushing but it is not hard it does come off
@@alexandervowles3518 ty, btw is he saying that in your mouth you have bacteria that has both the enzymes to convert starches into sugar and the yeast to ferment the sugar into acid?
My dad eats a lot of carbs and sugar. He drinks beer. He doesn't brush his teeth daily, maybe a few times a week. Never flosses. Smoked for a good 20 years. Never had a single cavity. My brother is about the same minus the smoking but he does clean his teeth and is very into keeping them clean. He has had maybe 5 his whole life, 4 of which were when he was a kid. Me? My mouth has always had them. I am just trying to figure this out.
The most important thing is washing your teeth every day twice before you go to sleep and in the morning. Wheat and processed sugar cause cavities the most and bad hygiene.
A few tips: 1-simply gargle/swish with water for 30 seconds a few times after eating/drinking, especially after acids, like sugar, fruit, coffee, tea, lemon, vinegar, ect. It will dissipate and neutralize acids, animals in nature do this. 2-gargle/swish your toothpaste, after brushing for 5-10 minutes as it releases piles of enzymes to eat bacteria and remineralize your teeth.😊
for number 2- having your toothpaste in your mouth more than a minute is bad for your health. You will be absorbing all kind of chemicals, and if the toothpaste is not flouride free, is absolutely bad for your health. Rinsing with wheat grass instead ( one spoon diluted in an onco of water) is hundred percent the best thing you can do to take care of your mouth. So many nutrients are absorbed and your mouth has a good way to fight any bacteria.
My parents rarely let me have sweets as a child, and almost all my meals were meat and veggies, with the occasional potato or pasta. I didn't have any cavities until into my 20's when I was on my own and eating a lot of crap.
My own dental routine always consists of brushing two times a day (regular brush in the morning and electrical in the evening), flossing once before going to bed and swirling 30-60 sec. with alcohol-free fluoride mouthwash, to kill the bad bacteria between the teeth and to remove any excess sugar that might be there, despite all the other efforts. Besides that, when I snack on something sugary, I always keep a bottle of still water within my reach, to reguarly swirl it around my mouth and get the sugar off my teeth that way, before it forms to acid 🙂
Have you ever had a cavity? Because I’ve not and I have no idea why. I brush my teeth three to four times a week and I’ve never flossed. My breath doesn’t smell. My teeth rarely ever hurt and I can chew on ice. I eat terribly for the most part. The only thing is I don’t really like sugary stuff. I almost never eat refined sugar. I also brush my teeth in the shower and when I do I rinse my mouth out with the spray of the water. Edit: I drink around a gallon of water every day. That might have something to do with it.
Thank you for this! There's not enough information around concerning the natural care of teeth and gums. Also, beware of dentists who call themselves holistic, they usually aren't.
Yep! Great video! I gave up ALL refined carbs and sugars two years ago, eat a LCHF keto diet OMAD, and learned how to fast. Haven't been to the dentist since! I oil pull every morning with coconut oil, use a splash of hydrogen peroxide in my water pik and brush with an essential oil blend. I scrape/pik my own teeth every month. I never have bad breath and my teeth are white 😁. And.... I'm 59 and I've lost over 155 lbs, I'm off my blood pressure meds, my osteoarthritis pain is hardly noticeable now and my asthma is gone. Our bodies are amazing! I was asked to share my story on The Magic of Fasting RUclips channel. Check it out!!👍. Thanks for all you do Dr. Berg🙏
Good for you, Jessica!! Yes, our bodies are indeed amazing!!! Give it the right tools and treat it right, it will thrive! You might want to look for the Boron documentary by an Australian scientist, he found out by accident his arthritis got cured. I started taking 3mg Boron once a day 5 years ago and got rid of my achy knee, fingers and back. God bless you on your health journey!!
Toothpaste ingredients you mentioned: It worked in the very first attempt. Using them separately wasn't so effective. Brushing for *full 5 minutes* twice a day also, alongwith it. Got gum pain from bacterial overgrowth (1st ever dental issue in adult teeth set, at 44 ) but it was part of the viral fever, I was going through, I believe Recently checked & realised, been using 20 yrs flouride-free toothpaste. No dental issues. No cavities. Doc checked x-ray, said I have good teeth. Flouride toothpaste is overhyped, it seems then.
If you already have plaque then you have biofilms which amalyse can't disrupt. Small pinches of xylitol (just hold it in the mouth) with enough frequency will knock out the 'glue' bacteria and allow the biofilm to be disrupted. Same with chronic strep.
I brush once a day, usually don’t even use tooth paste, just wet the brush and floss maybe twice per year. I have all of my teeth, including wisdom teeth and never had a cavity. I do however tend to rinse my mouth out with water after eating or drinking something.
@@debcambria665 any idea why this might be? For the last 15 years when I go for an annual cleaning, the dentist says, whatever you’re doing, keep doing it.
This kinda makes sense, i looked at the cancer numbers and Italy is pretty high rates of cancer per 100k people. Their diet is loaded with carbs being the pasta capital of the world. What is also interesting is they used to be the healthiest country in the world which I believe Spain is now in that position with Italy being a close second. Spain also loves rice and other carbs as far as I am aware and is not far behind Italy in terms of cancer numbers. Sugar is truly killing us?!
I aged out of my health insurance. I oil pulled and brushed like normal over the next few years. I Went to the dentist and told them it was 5 years since a visit. The hygienist told me my teeth were cleaner than the people who they see in between the 6 months cleaning. Must add I have all my teeth plus wisdom
Thank you Dr. Berg! I love your videos. I have been intermittent fasting. It has made me feel so much better. I have been resisting going on a low carb diet however, but I'm finally going to give in.
Thank you for this Dr Berg Also a very important element to dental health is to keep your teeth clean by brushing often, in fact after every meal or snack and if you cannot brush after every meal or snack then at the very least swish with water 💦
I'm keto...but my fiance (36yr old) is not. She eats candy and whatever she wants. Stays thin and has no fillings or cavities. Genetics I guess. But, she has other health issues that I think could be resolved by keto (or just laying off the sugar). She's been to the Doc many times. Taken lots of different drugs with no resolve. Doctors are always baffled.
May be skinny fat. Most of fat surrounds the organs. She may be setting herself up for non alcoholic fatty liver disease. Use that phrase with Dr. Berg next to the magnifying glass and see what he says about it. She’s not getting away with anything, and may be lulled into apathy if she can’t see the damage
@@Coo- Hydradentis Seprativa (sp) or something like that. Her Dr. gave her some liver destroying meds as a trial. Gave her a great complexion...but didn't fix the boils. Dr. Berg did a video on this ...and it all made sense, but "she" isn't on board with trying his suggestions yet. So, it's on her at this point.
a lot of people think brushing is all they have to do, but if you started flossing your teeth too you'd discover how much gross buildup brushing doesn't take away.. just smell that stuff after you floss and you will be grossed out and start flossing everyday.
I don't get cavities. I'm over 50 years old. All I can tell you is to brush twice daily with a good toothbrush (replace every 3 months) and floss once daily. I ALWAYS do this. I never go to the dentist, I don't consume sugary drinks and I eat very little fruit and added sugar. My diet is mostly low carb (but only for the past few years).
How do you know that you do not have cavity when you never go to a dentist? cavity can start without you knowing. It does not have to be full blow for you to say that you have cavity. If you have bad breath then you have cavities.
I've been eating keto over 4 years. I got my first cavity since eating this way. I wasn't getting the meat out of my teeth all the way by brushing and flossing alone. My dentist told me to get a Waterpik. That thing works wonders!
@@afridgetoofar1818 My dentist explained that as we age food can get stuck between the gums and teeth where it takes a high pressure water pik to remove it.
Interestingly my friend and her husband grew up in one German village, and neither of them have cavities. She thinks that somehting was in their water and majority of kids who grew up there do not have cavities even as adults. She doesn't do ketogenic diet (she is actually vegetarian, but wasn't one while growing up), and still eats sweets though she doesn't go overboard. She is deficient in b12, and has some other issues, but interestingly teeth are good. That makes me think, that our teeth health depends a lot on how they develped in the womb and early childhood.
I have to add one point which is crucially missing in my opinion: The intake of enough vitamin D2/D3 and Calcium, Magnesium and Phosphates etc. Everything that makes up the bones. Since teeth are in a sense bones, just outside our bodies and visible. Like bones actually, they are somehow able to repair themselves to a small degree. This isn't talked about often. Also this prevents brittle bones etc. Many people also suffer from their teeth not having enough space inside their jaws. This is also due to malnutrition growing up, and having not enough Vitamin D3, which leaves especially the lower jaw smaller then it should be. There was a documentary floating around on youtube, also experiments with animals, cats I believe, which showed the smalles jaws and the teeth problems. This defect doesn't appear in animals in the wild with their normal diet again. It's human's wise assery again at work.
The human body is designed for a keto diet. The colon is 32 FT. long which is perfect for eliminating meat in 2-3 hrs. You're on the path to perfect health. So happy for you.
I brush 3 times a day I never eat sugar or drink soda, I go to the dentist for cleanings 3-4 times a year (I pay out of pocket for the extra cleanings my insurance doesn’t cover), I floss every day never missing a day, I take the vitamins and zinc and acidophilus, and I still get cavities!!
You can also get cavities from being injured, from hormonal increases (like during pregnancy), low mineral count, low vitamin D, rough/cooked teeth (which are hard to clean), having a dry mouth from medication. drug use, grinding your teeth (use a mouthguard), and frequent acidic foods (not just sugar/carbs, but ACV, lemon juice, etc.). Also, you wear away your enamel if you bush your teeth within a 30 minute window of eating (the pours in your teeth are opened from brushing, which allows the acid from eating to get in easier). It doesn't just have to do with your diet and hygiene.
I don't eat candy!!! THANK GOD! I was blessed with excellent dental hygiene, health and care! I'm proud to say I have gotten ZERO cavities ZERO fillings. For years I've avoided snacking, candy and sweets!!! I was raised eating healthy all my life!!!
I wish I had paid more attention to information like this when I was young (in my thirty's), instead it took me until almost fifty to understand how diet is everything. I have been a carnivore for about 6 years now and what a difference it has made. If I only new then what I know now ! Good info Doc. Young people have an advantage now do to the internet, if they would only take advantage of it. Sadly, that does not seem to be the case. Wisdom only comes from experience and time, and then you are usually to old to make up for the lost time.
Thanks for this Dr. Berg! Kriss ai also said that aside from brushing and flossing daily, it will be great if you also use an antimicrobial mouthwash..
Great point! Adding an antimicrobial mouthwash to your daily routine can further help in maintaining oral hygiene and preventing dental issues. How to get that kriss ai?
The only cavities I’ve ever had were from a dentist who drilled teeth that didn’t have true cavities back when I was 7-8 years old. He was found out, but I still have my fillings. Irritates me!
$$$ and greed do that to some doctors, dentists. A dentist drilled allmost all my teeth, and pulled all my wisdom teeth while i was in full anestheasia. I came in for 1 teeth and woke up with a total make over with amalgamfillings everwhere. If i could of sued those in the clinic i would. I was 26 years old and no cavities excelt 1 bad tooth. Monster of dentists and clinics exist.
I've never really had teeth problems, I eat sugar day in day out and I'm 34. Since I know that baking soda neutralizes acid I always brush with arm and hammer baking soda toothpaste. Plain baking soda as a mouthwash works too. But I prefer to use hydrogen peroxide after brushing with the baking soda as I know it creates a thorough cleaning reaction....but only like one or twice a week
He mentioned a few times using enough healthy fats helps protects and remineralise teeth. For example, raw butter was used back in the day to keep healthy teeth ❤
Thanks again Doctor. I had more fillings than teeth. I cut out sugar in my food and cut right down on fruit. No new fillings for over two years now. Very good advice.
I surmise that the most important factors with regards to stronger teeth are a) lower bodily inflammation, b) adequate hydration and salivary production, and c) adequate nutrition.
Thank you Dr Berg, for your continued exposure of sugar....there's a book, probably out of print now, called Sugar Blues...opened my eyes to the history and ill effects of sugar on both our bodies and society.
Dentist here. I totally agree. No carbs = no cavities. It is also about the frequency of carbs/starches, not the total amount. So intermittent fasting is also fantastic for your teeth. It is harder to get cavities if you only eat once or twice a day
Thanks Geoff
So it’s carbs not the sugar??
@@XxMercuriiXx It's actually lifestyle because before you get to diet you have to address why are you snacking so much. Computer based work will keep a person snacking and if you have an addiction it goes even deeper.
I eat like more than 3x a day but brush my teeth properly 2x a day in morning and night and I floss too...Am I still in trouble or my teeth are just doing fine?
@@XxMercuriiXx fermentable carbohydrate are sugars…The fermentable sugars are glucose, fructose, sucrose, maltose. -dentist
I wish this information could have been taught in public schools around the world.
They do not teach practical things in school because they do not want independent society.
Wouldn't it do the dentists out of a job?
@@gracecotton9819 Yep
Parents, the family unit, are responsible for this. If we could just stop worshipping the state and asking it to meet our basic needs.. Why can't it ever be up to us?
We had Colgate people coming into our classrooms back in the 90"s with "free" tooth paste, toothbrushes and colourful print outs. Fluoride pushers
0:46 it's crazy how they find people who died 200-300 years ago in random places and their teeth is still somehow there, but us alive people, can't keep our natural teeth in shape for more than 20-30 years
Their diet was way better than ours today. They also chewed on natural sticks, I forgot what it’s called, for their teeth. Higher ups failed our health :’)
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HAVE TO SHARE! I have not been to the dentist in a very VERY long time (20+ years). Im self employed & don’t have dental insurance. I take really good care of my teeth because of that. I floss nearly every day, brush in the am & pm and oil pull about 1x a week. I also make my own toothpaste and alternate with a coconut oil toothpaste as well because my mouth doesn’t react well to Colgate or crest (it peels away a layer of skin and leaves an off taste in my mouth) My mom has a problem with plaque and my dad had gum issues.
I just went to the dentist 2 days ago and the doctor told me my oral health was awesome! He couldn’t believe I hadn’t been to a dentist in that long. The true test was when I got to the hygienist for my scheduled cleaning. She didn’t have to do anything! She said I had no plaque, no tarter or biofilm. I wanted to cry, I was so happy. She told me I had a mouth hygienists love to get!
For those that are curious, this is the toothpaste I make. I use a couple tablespoons of bentonite clay, a sprinkle of baking soda, couple drops of peppermint oil and cinnamon oil, 1 tsp xylitol, drizzle some liquid coconut oil and water to make a nice paste. Store it in a glass jar.
Isn’t the baking soda too abrasive?
Effective and fluoride free? Sounds like the best of both worlds.
Curious if you had any older fillings? If so, did they just not have issues for 20 years?? Do you know if oil pulling actually removes and fills old fillings overtime?
Wow! Anybody reading this far - look into nano hydroxyapatite toothpaste
@@thinkchair96 Yes, ditto this. I've been using Boka toothpaste and my teeth have never felt cleaner.
When I was about 11 years old in school a science teacher put some extracted teeth (pig) in a glass half full with Coca-Cola. After 4 days the teeth were gone. I never drank Cola or fizzy sugary drinks after this.
My teacher did the same with a copper penny and it took maybe a month but ...copper! Copper was almost dissolved ...it looked like a microscopic view of graphene!
I drink soda occasionally. Just have to make sure to wash the mouth after.
@@keile3960 Don't feel bad I'm a RedBull addict 🤦🏻♂️
I always drink it with a straw
@@repairstudio4940 Wow. And graphene and the last two years make a whole different set of issues. Wink wink.
I had terrible personal hygiene as a kid and lost a lot of teeth by the time I was eighteen! Your informative videos are changing my life! Thank you for priceless content!!!
Ummm, dont feel guilt of having bad personal hygiene as you would be surprised to know that native people who have never seen a brush in their lives were having stronger teeth than any urban human during a study. It had to do alot with your diet while growing up- Blame candies, chocolates, fruit loops etc. 🙏
Well, I was born without teeth and am still without teeth.
@@AwakeningVibes-369 I agree that candies, wheat products and chocolate are mostly to blame. I have noticed when I do not eat those my teeth enamel is much stronger and whiter probably because it makes your body acidic and bacteria can easily grow and does not contain any antibacterial properties like in many natural whole foods.
@@AwakeningVibes-369
Yes okay but I just never brushed my teeth. I was a weird kid because I didn’t have much parental guidance. I used to scrape the white goo off my teeth with my fingernails then eat it! 🤮
That was then, now, I brush twice a day sometimes three times a day. But lately, I can’t find a dentist that doesn’t lie, over charge or literally abuse me!
@@CuteThingslikesame im trying my best with cutting down on those things and i dont take white sugar anymore. Next thing is im gna reduce those snacks even more its hard because im addicted a bit.
I went to the dentist several years ago and was told I had seven cavities, mostly small. I refused treatment, opting to eat better, brush, floss, and use baking powder instead of toothpaste. I also ate aged cheese before sleeping and observed what archeologists/anthropologists said about ancient people's teeth and diet. Notice those skulls and how beautiful the teeth are.
Loads of fiber, raw veggies, fresh food, food that scrubs the teeth, etc. was part of their diets. My next check up, years later, revealed no cavities.
Thank you for this, I want to try this, I am in my late 30s and was told a week ago I have a small cavity
Do you use straight baking soda,with no toothpaste at all?
@Black Girl with PCOS yes.
I graduated dental hygiene school this year and have been working for about 6 months now. I see at least 16 different patients every day. I’ve learned that one of the most common habits of people who have a ton of cavities is drinking soda. When I notice the patient has rampant decay, I’ll ask them if they drink a lot of soft drinks or energy drinks and 99% of the time they say yes and seem surprised that I can tell that. The carbonation and sugar are the most volatile combination for our teeth.
Please research fluoride. It was used as a rat poison, harms the pineal gland and is used as a tool to dumb down the masses. I have stayed away from commercial toothpaste and have switched to P2 probiotic toothpaste mouthwash that inhibits the biofilm from forming in the first place. Never had a cleaner teeth than ever!
Cola will dissolve a back molar in about 4 days if it is left immersed in a glass of Cola.
When I drink Soda, I immediately rinse my mouth multiple times for at least 30 seconds. Do you think that will prevent the soda from causing issues?
@@Fighter4Street loop
Okay does anyone know if it's different w Mexican Coke I drink that it doesn't have high fructose corn syrup in it
I was never taught proper dental hygiene when I was younger. I was barely even taken to the dentist for the first 20 yrs of life. Due to my declining dental health in recent years I am on a mission to repair what I allowed to happen to my teeth as well as other Health concerns.
Thank you for your content it was very informative.
Be well.
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You're very welcome. Glad you found the video helpful.
Good luck Yuk mouth.
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Can you repair teeth? I have heard you can only make them more resilient but if you already have a cavity you can not reverse that, maybe if it is very small but even that is maybe hard and takes long time.
@@CuteThingslike Can always get new ones i suppose.
I have my grandma who kept doing oil pulling with sesame oil since she was in her 20s. Today she is 84 and never had a cavity and has the healthiest teeth I have ever seen. She never ate sweets because she hates sugar 😁.
Oil pulling? Also congrats grandma ❤️
@@sansa6613 it’s what they do in India and most parts of asia
Its probably cause she didn't eat sugar more than the oil pulling
@@koolkitties8552 no
@@koolkitties8552 you took the words from my head 😂
As a dentist I also see many cavities in those that are vegan because they do not get enough of the fat soluble form of Vitamin A, which you need to utilize the calcium to rebuild your teeth.
What is the fat soluble form of vitamin a?
@@themothers From animal sources
Lord. I’ve seen the exact opposite the second someone goes plant based their teeth got better and whiter!
@@purpledove7008 Plant-based is dangerous. Plants are full of anti-nutrients and defense chemicals. Plants do not want to be eaten.
I've been plant-based (low-fat/salt) for several years. I didn't have cavities growing up and into my 30's, even though I only brushed my teeth once per day and never flossed. In my forties, I began paying more attention to brushing and flossing. My last dentist visit I had four cavities. I question the level of phytates and starch/carbs in vegan diets, especially after watching this video.
I've a lot of cavities due to drug use in my past. I'm definitely up for fixing them and preventing anymore damage. Thank you for this Doc!
Mmkay
Another Dentist here , It’s not from the drugs. It’s from the carbs.
Drugs dry your mouth out, so if you eat or drink anything with carbs the effect from carbs is multiplied.
First principals of cavities are Carbs , Time (how long and how often, and Saliva (which neutralizes acid’s created by bacteria that eat the carbs you eat)
😊 hope that helps
@@xerostomia907 thank you! I’ve spent 15 yrs clean thinking it was the drugs. I appreciate the info! 🙏🏽
@@eyeswideopenpod Grats on 15yrs!!! That’s awesome!
@@xerostomia907 thank you! 🙏🏽💖
Ok my finding after following keto for 4 weeks with my spouse
Hips pain - 90% gone
Back pain - 90% gone ... but I started doing 'dead hangs' as well
My spouse started having her cycle regular after it almost stopped
No more energy roller coaster during the day
We both need less sleep
Tinnitus - improve
Dr berg must be a mind reader cause everytime am dealing with an issue, he always has the right video ready in hand...
Sounds like quantum physics or morphic fields ha.
I was thinking it too bcoz just went in the dentist for cleaning only and found out that i need to go for filling of my 2nd molar and tooth extraction of my wisdom tooth... having a set of healthy teeth is also important as our overall health.
@@Jharieltravel I wonder how much difference they would notice if you listened to subliminal audio instructing your subconscious to heal your teeth. People do not realize that they have been repeatedly told by Dentists, Doctors, Media and society in general, that their teeth cannot heal, or can only do so superficially. They are told this as a child and then your subconscious takes on those programs...
Ive already noticed benefit from sending the subconscious better 'programs'.
Here is another example. We're all told that we get gray hair when we get older, we accept it as fact and eventually so does our subconscious.
After 16 days of sending the subconscious a new 'program', my gray hair started reversing.
Does it really make sense that such an efficient, wonderful, self healing vessel would mysteriously be unable to heal what is certainly one of the most important organs?
You meant a Mass Mind reader, lol
I know. That always happens with me!
Dear Dr Berg.
Since watching your videos and applying the knowledge you have unearthed, my health has improved beyond measure. I'm 67 yo, and I feel like a spring chicken. Up the stairs 2 at a time. Easy. Calm peaceful mind. It would take ages to list the specifics.
I thank you with my whole heart.
Amazing. Very happy for you. Keep up the good work!
Little note about starches. If you love potatoes (like me) when you cook them, let them cool, then heat them again later (to eat) the bio-availability of the bad starches become drastically reduced. You can rinse them in cold water as well to remove surface starches. Also, chilled potatoes decrease postprandial glucose, insulin, and glucose-dependent insulinotropic Peptide.
(yes I did indeed copy and paste that last sentence) : )
We eat now sweet potatoes and yams. It doesn't have bad starches. :)
when I was on keto diet a year ago I was doing lots of research and found out the same thing. Cooling potatoes after cooking them reduces their gylcemic index quite a bit.
I have read this about rice also. Cooling and then reheating reduces the bad starches.
Agree. The cooling technique drastically increases resistant starch percentage. I first observed eating cold potatoes when my Korean friend offered me cold, steamed potatoes at lunch. Since that day, I eat them dipped in mustard. Yum!
@@Carol-wq9fr I eat cold rice sometimes for breakfast. It sticks with you. I am not hungry again for hours.
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According to the American Dental Association, to prevent tooth decay in children and adults, you need to:
• Brush twice a day
• Floss your teeth once a day
• See the dentist on a regular basis
• Limit snacking
• Consume a well-balanced diet
• Use fluoride and dental sealants (plastic coating)
• Keep added sugar to a minimum
What is a “balanced diet?” In many cases, this means including grains or starches in your diet. Diets that include sugar, grains, and starch can lead to cavities.
There is an enzyme in your mouth that helps break down starch and inhibits damaging acids from being produced. This enzyme is dependent on B vitamins, especially B1.
Sugar, carbs, and starches deplete vitamin B1. The more deficient you are in B1, the more you’re going to deplete the important enzyme that protects your teeth.
Other things, like bicarbonates, also help neutralize harmful acids in your mouth naturally.
In my opinion, to get rid of cavities, you need to address the underlying cause. You have to stop consuming sugar and starches.
The ketogenic diet has many benefits beyond weight loss, including promoting good oral health-and it’s great for adults and children!
Thank you Dr Berg!! 🐱👍🏿
Gracias.
Top 6 Cavity makers : Vinegar left on teeth , white sugar , pepsin(pork stomach acid) , x-rays , salicylic acid , excessive fluoride in drinking water .
I can vouch for sugars causing cavity cuz I used to suck on candies before bed and sometimes fall asleep while the candy is still in my mouth.
just 1-2 months of this bad habit resulted in HUGE cavities in the molars
So, here are my tips -
1. brush before bed even if just for 10-20 seconds. (in addition to the regular morning brush)
2. chew your water ALWAYS. this would clean your mouth through out the day
3. reduce sugars but not go all out on keto. (Dr.Berg looks a lot older than he is because of keto and he has to use filters to hide his wrinkles in the videos)
And thank you to you too
@@onevoter203 I thought he was against fluoride.
After I stopped eating white sugar and any type of bread, I haven't had cavities for 10 years. I eat vegetables, fruits, nuts, meat, eggs, buckwheat, and various types of porridge-except oatmeal, because it contains a lot of phytic acid, which you should avoid as if it's poison. I also realized that pH plays a significant role in cavity formation. If the saliva in your mouth is acidic, you'll easily get cavities, even with perfect oral hygiene. So, the most important factors are maintaining a proper diet and keeping the pH in your mouth alkaline.
I am now 61,& when I was 18 yo, I learned to always always rinse my mouth w water straight after I eat or drink anything…& have hardly had any fillings ever since
One thing I would add is that you need to make sure you get enough vitamins and minerals, as a lack of them affect your teeth health. When I had vitamin and mineral deficiencies, I had cavity issues. Once I changed that and got enough vitamins and minerals, I have never had teeth pain or cavity issues for the past 15 years.
What type of vitamins and minerals did you get ? In what type of food ?
@@sylviagourmaud8748 Eat plenty fruits and vegetables and grass fed beef. You will need to supplement as today you can't get all of your vitamins and minerals solely from your food for a variety of reasons. It just is not possible to do so. You need about 60 minerals and 16 vitamins each day. There are more vitamins and minerals and less sugar in green leafy vegetables than in fruits.
Vitamin k2 is key
Dentist here. I agree with you Dr. Berg. Let's add that the tooth brush needs to be replaced at least every 3 months or sooner when the bristles have lost their integrity. Also, it's important to scrape your tongue with a tongue scraper to remove the bad bacteria hiding on the tongue crevices. The most common cause of bad breath is from build up of germs on the tongue. Furthermore, all alcoholic drinks contain high levels of sugar and especially harmful is wine which is produced using a fermentation process. Alcohol also causes dehydration which reduces salivary flow causing dry mouth which is the breeding ground for bad germs.
Hi, I have several questions. Every morning I have some green stuff on my tongue, is that a normal thing? I think it might be bacteria growing or something like that. (I can scrape it off easily but it comes back, and there seems to be more of it if I eat Les) Another question I have is if I don't eat anything for a day or two, (and drink nothing or water) do I still have to brush my teeth? And if my teeth feel a bit odd after drinking lemonade from freshly squeezed lemons with lots of lemon juice, is that a sign of cavities?
Thanks! (Of course if you don't feel like answering them then don't. I can't afford a dentist at the moment and have been wondering these questions for a long time, which is why I'm asking you.)
Thank you for giving me yet another reason to stop drinking wine. I thought it was fine to have some red wine or champagne with a healthy diet but it did make my teeth more sensitive and even triggered a toothache lately. Only water for me now.
Again, I can attest to this. For years and years and years, no matter how much I brushed or flossed, no matter what I did, I could not stop from getting cavities. My dentist administered fluoride when I was a kid every six months, a giant tray of fluoride in my mouth, I can remember just how sick it made me feel and it was all I could do not to throw up with that tray of my mouth for 10 minutes. For hours afterward, I would still feel sick. They said it would harden and strengthen my teeth. 👀 Well, by early 20s. 20s I had had a tremendous amount of cavities, multiple fillings, yes, Mercury feelings, and my dad would constantly ask me. Did you brush your teeth? Enough times? You can't be brushing your teeth enough. That's got to be the problem. Well I can tell you was brushing my teeth three and four times a day, flossing, brushing my teeth immediately after eating anything, and nothing I did helped. Cavities continued. At one point in a six month period I had nine new cavities. Well for years ongoing I had fought to try and keep my teeth. In the last two years, my health had taken a giant crash due to life circumstances and some very bad diet choices. All of my teeth were loosening, my gums were sore continuously and bleeding and a whole host of other physical issues including fatigue, loss of mental focus, etc etc. Etc. I came across Dr. Berg's video on teeth, vitamin c, b vitamins etc. I decided I would switch to keto, drop sugar and thoroughly, stop taking ascorbic acid vitamin c, and start eating vitamin c in the form of whole foods. Peppers, sauerkraut, lemons, etc. Well in about a month my oral health turned around 100%. One of the teeth I had that was super loose and had been bothering me for over a year. Finally came out. When it came out. I looked at it and I could see it was about 60% Mercury filling. I realized my body had just rejected this tooth because it was loaded with toxins. Since that came out and I have maintained my keto diet and healthy eating, no more cavities, no more bleeding gums, no more fatigue, no more loss of mental clarity, and on down the list. What Dr. Berg is talking about here is exactly spot on. Also, it is true that the sugar industry tried to make fat the demon. The demon is not fat, the demon is sugar, refined carbs, the starches, and of course big corporations. 😁 I could go on and on and on about all this, but I wanted to make the point that Dr. Berg's information is definitely spot on accurate. If you're having tooth problems, cavities, weight gain, lack of mental focus, on down the list, adopt the keto diet, just try it for 30 days. Drop sugar and switch to healthy eating. You will be truly amazed. I feel about 20 years younger in about 3 months. Thank you so much Dr. Berg from the bottom of my heart for helping me get my health back! ♥️ I should also briefly mention that cod liver oil and vitamin A in the form of retinol were important pieces of this recovery as well.
Wow, that's crazy tjat you did so much yet still had cavities. I think genetics which give some ppl tougher enema that others and bacterial flora in the mouth varies a lot person to person, and so some do not experience many problems despite the high sugar and carbs, however, eventually, that enamal will wear down, and they wont have that protection any more. Keto works, I dont feel the bacteral film on my teeth anymore, at least way less, and I suspect the makeup of these bacteria changes too, if theyre not getting the sugars to ferment!
Happy to hear Keto has resolved those issues. What was your diet like growing up?
so what happened with the mercury filling that came out...that tooth is now just a hole?
My husband got all of his mercury fillings taken out and replaced. It's a process. He downloaded a book for free, but I can't remember the name of it. He had to take detoxing supplements as part of it.
@@newlycreated1864 what did he replace the mercury fillings with?
Weston Price was primarily interested in Activator X because of its ability to control dental caries. By studying the remains of human skeletons from past eras, he estimated that there had been more dental caries in the preceding hundred years than there had been in any previous thousand-year period and suggested that Activator X was a key substance that people of the past obtained but that modern nutrition did not adequately provide. Price used the combination of high-vitamin cod liver oil and high-Activator X butter oil as the cornerstone of his protocol for reversing dental caries. This protocol not only stopped the progression of tooth decay, but completely reversed it without the need for oral surgery by causing the dentin to grow and remineralize, sealing what were once active caries with a glassy finish. One 14-year-old girl completely healed 42 open cavities in 24 teeth by taking capsules of the high-vitamin cod liver oil and Activator X concentrate three times a day for seven months.
What is brand name plz i am in uk
@@Pakistankikhana just look for MK7 or K2 in a vitamin bottle at your health food store.
@@Pakistankikhana thanks 🙏
Am almost 60 and haven’t had a cavity for 30 years, I have learned a lot how to care for my teeth over the years and thankful for dental check ups. Thank you for explaining about bacteria not only in the mouth but in the intestines. You have an excellent explanation simple and very helpful. One thing is when going for dental check up ask the hygienist what to pay more attention to, they are wonderful but I have noticed they won’t go into much detail if we are missing an area when we brush or floss.
What you do?
Waw youre damn lucky
I recently visited my dentist for 6 month checkup. The hygienist was amazed I didn’t have any tartar. Another great attribute of a ketogenic diet with intermittent fasting. I also brush often with baking soda and swish with peroxide as you recommended in another video. Thanks Doc!
How much perooxide do you use ?
Water flossing with hydrogen peroxide is also excellent and will likely give even more benefits.
@@monikasea I don’t measure (I know. Bad me. Lol!). I just take a swig. Probably a tablespoon. Doc has a video on it.
I will try your tooth brushing idea! Thanks for posting. I need dentures, but I have 8 teeth that are broken down to the gumline, many other cracked teeth and amalgam fillings. I'm on a fixed income and can't afford the extractions. My insurance will cover the majority of it, but not all.
I've spent my life in a dental chair. My older brother had to get dentures when he was 19 years old. His teeth were literally rotting.
I went to my dentist in my early 20s explaining my brother's story and told him I wanted dentures. He said, Oh no. You really want to hold on to your teeth! If he's still alive, I'd like to get him alone in a room for 5 minutes. I'm in my early 60s now.
Sorry for rambling.
@@freeanimals594 Hi there, just curious... what's your blood type? I'm trying to connect some dots here.
Chewing cloves helps a great deal.
Also, rinse your mouth with water after eating.
The right water! Not parasitic water :) Diet still huge -- can't just expect to eliminate everything with a rinse :)
@@Jennifer-gr7hn agreed. Although I no longer live in parts of the world where that is a problem.
I returned home to a country that drugs its people with fluoride. Countries that have parasites in the water usually have more intelligent people because they have a diet that eliminates parasites. They have food that requires chewing so their teeth are straight and jaws are strong, so look vastly younger than my western citizenry.
I drink single source mineral water not controlled by Nestle or Coca-Cola.
Living with traditional people educated me to see what real strength and health is.
@@triple999fruitful Fluoride is killing your third eye ( Pinal gland) . I haven't use fluoride since atleast 15 years .
@@annamaria1972 agreed. Also, fresh tamarind is brilliant for removing it. Not certain about the preserved tamarind, it would depend on factors like glass and preservatives.
@@triple999fruitful Nice, I didn't know this about tamarind 👍
I'll share my own experience. Up to when I was 26 years old I used to have new cavities every now and then. I brushed a lot, flossed daily, used mouth wash, all good practices, except I didn't go to the dentist regurlarly for cleanings. One dentist told me my problem was that I simply was genetically more prone to cavities. Then finally I found a new dentist that filled my last cavities and told me the most important was to get regular cleanings every semester, and that even though I brushed daily, it would not stop tartar from building up, and under that tartar, the cavities would grow. Now, for over 4 years I have been going to the same dentist to get cleanings and since that I haven't gotten any new cavities at all. My habits have changed to brushing my teeth only before bed with weekly flossings, even though the dentist recomends at least 2 brushes a day. Since I'm lazy, and it's working, I'll keep brushing once. It's what works for me.
Brushing once a day isn't enough to prevent unpleasant breath. It's kind of creeping that an adult wouldn't brush his teeth more than once a day yikes
@@ArielleXArielle I have noticed that most people do not wash their tounges, are they blind tongues have plaque if unwashed, plaque on tongue causes bad breath also.
Do you drink enough water daily?
It's probably bc of your toothbrush. You need an electric one to prevent buildup and to massage the gums properly. Use it in the morning and before bed. Either Oral B or Sonicare. You also need to floss at night. Toothpaste with fluoride in it helps prevent formation of cavities.
Diet comes round full circle, I always think that my teeth are indicators if I'm eating the right foods. If my teeth start bleeding, I'm eating the wrong foods. Thanks Dr. Eric Berg!
In a matter of 9 months every single tooth of mine had cavities, and I was so confused because my intake of sugar hadn’t changed. Then I realised after tests that I have gut issues and I was severely deficient in Zinc, Mag, and B vitamins (all vitamins and minerals really, but esp these ones). I wish I had found out sooner
Hi there, just curious... what's your blood type?
Do you mind sharing what you did to improve gut health and if that helped your cavities?
I used to get cavities a lot when I was 9 years old and during teen years. Mostly it happened within two teeth where I couldn't floss as they were very tight (30 years ago we didn't have right tools to floss). Also, my diet of what my mom was preparing beside vegetables, was mostly carbs as she thought we can get full with bread, pasta, rice et, not thinking about the lack of nutritional values. When I was indipendent I never got cavities as I was controlling myself what I was eating (I am into veggies and fruits, no carbs, sugar, soda drinks etc). Also, finally a proper tool to floss teeth arrived in my country, so I have found the long lasting solution.
No matter what I go to the dentist every 6 months for deep cleaning.
You belong to which country?
Deep cleaning will ruin ur enamel
@@the_anuragsrivastava slovakia
@@AB-lz1oj oh, I have heard about that. Which part of the process will ruin the enamel?
For me it's necessary to do that once in a while, because I develop stones in the lower back side of the front teeth.
@@kekp3791 stones on teeth? Thats strange i never heard about this… it must be excess calcium in ur diet? Do u take calcium supplements? Try to take magnesium and see doctor recommendations regarding stones because thats not normal its an inbalance u need to fix so u dont hav fo scrub ur tooth every now and then it will wear out ur teeth in the long run
Mineral deficiency is a HUGE factor in tooth decay.
K2, D, C, and zinc come to mind specifically
Whiiiiiiich is due to crappy diet and not using supplements (liposomal, liquid, etc) because the soils are depleted.
@@thinkchair96 forgot MAGNESIUM! Super important!
Folks, look into the role of boron for teeth and bones. A minor mineral that is overlooked by most medical studies. It is vital for healthy tooth enamel and strong bones. Cheers.
Vitamin C.
Dr Berg you look younger than when you started these videos! You are blessed!
*_A lot of dentists don't want us to use baking soda on our teeth, but I've been using baking soda for more than 10 years and I haven't had any cavity since. It's simply because it neutralizes the acid in your mouth that also causes cavities._*
Good for you. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Not me takes off the enamel .......... lots of cavities
Using baking soda will turn your hair gray.
Thank you so much
Do u brush ur teeth only with baking soda? Or u mix it with toothpaste?
I am impressed with Dr. Berg’s not so subtle demonstration of why a low-Carb/keto diet isn’t just a “weight loss” way of nutrition for our bodies. Anyone and everyone can & would benefit in some way.
I think I had every tooth filled when I was about ll. I always cleaned my teeth but I did eat a lot of chocolate and ate a lot of sugar. So a lot of your video makes sense to me. Thank you for the many varied topics you cover, it is so helpful.
IM RIGHT THERE WITH YOU
Two things that really stood out for me, were that Cancer feeds from fermentation, and that enamel is harder than steel, definitely blew my mind; great insight in connecting the points.
The truth is that cancer likes glucose because it's an easy energy source, but cancer can use any energy source that's available. A no carb diet, for example, will not starve cancer.
Is enamel really harder than steel? But the bacteria can still easily destroy your teeth if you are not careful every day. I think cancer can grow if your body is unhealthy.
9 Million subs? Wow! Last time I watched your Videos you Had 1 Million. Congrats!
All five of my children got sealants and at age 24 plus, only one of them had 1 cavity. Highly recommend and most insurance companies cover it.
My brother went to the dentist, they found some cavities and scheduled an appt about a month later to put in fillings. A few days after the visit though, he found out about the bad effects of food additives and decided to completely change his diet to basically just raw vegan foods. After a month of eating a completely different diet (before he was a dorito, soda, and hot pocket addict) he goes in to get his fillings and the dentist can't find them. He even did new x-rays and it showed the cavities were gone. His dentist said it was the first time he'd ever seen that happen.
Years later I was working at a dental technician place and was looking up dental research. And a recent study found that the teeth CAN grow back enamel under the right circumstances, but if the dentin underneath becomes too damaged, then the enamel cannot grow back. Not that the enamel is alive but rather the dentin produces the enamel.
I'm 31 and never had a cavity. I just brush my teeth, and make sure after meals that I remove any remaining food in my mouth.
I did that but i got cavities.. 😢
What? You want a cookie?
Lucky you
I had no Fluorite as a child and a neglectful parents. Life sucked for my teeth.
You want a cookie now?
a friend is 90 yrs old , ate normal all her life no special diets.
Never has used Anything but baking soda to brush her teeth.
she is very proud that at 90 she still has ALL her own teeth. :-)
Whats eating "normal"? 😊Little bit of everything ? Cool. Hopefully we all keep our chewing tools til 90
I have to second a comment made 4 months ago. Dr. Berg, I am surprised and disappointed that you haven't acknowledged the existence of OIL PULLING. Swapping coconut oil between the teeth for 5 to 10 minutes to attract the germs that cause cavities, and then spitting out the oil + germs in the trash. I also have most of the teeth in my mouth with cavities treated with fillers and crowns. I used to have at least one dental procedure every year due to recurring cavities. Since I started the practice of oil pulling seven years ago, I haven't had one single cavity issue. And I haven't given up on all starches and sugars.
Hello mam. Are you doing it regularly for 7 years or like occasionally 1 week per every 6 months.
Always enjoying your content. I do wonder IF fluoride is really good for us though, been using fluoride free toothpaste for the longest time. Thank you as always Dr. Berg. I would also like to hear your take on Root Canals.
Fluoride is an herbicide and does not belong in your mouth! It also calcified your pineal gland.
No fluoride is a waste product and is not good for oral health because it goes directly to blood stream in our body, please do research it!
I would also like to know what Dr Berg thinks of root canals?! I'm going to a new dentist tomorrow and I have a feeling that is going to be the outcome of my one tooth I've been struggling with for a while.....
Fluoride is bad for your teeth and terrible for your body.
Fluoride is a neurotoxin by-product of toxic waste No Florida's not good for you in any sense don't listen to anybody that says it is good for you because they're being paid like the rest of the shills to mislead and cause more harm
Just went to the dentist a few hours ago and he was very impressed, as he has been for many years. I rarely eat starches or sweets, so that explains it.
If your dental infection or decay is caused by parasite overload (too much sugar) ivermectin also helps.
It is not only what you eat but also how you cook/prep it !
Example - If you use herbs & spices like garlic, clove, oregano, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, thyme etc in your recepies, you'll reap the benefits of their strong yet natural antimicrobial effects which keep bacteria/yeast/parasites in check.
You still need to keep your simple carbs, refined sugars & starches on the lower side to sustain dental health.
Having reasonable amount of lean proteins will also help build the dental collagen structure.
You could also supplement with B vitamins, Essential aminos, Trace minerals and electrolytes (potassium, magnesium) for additional support.
Example: Your teeth love sulfur based aminos like taurine, methionine, cysteine (fights tooth decay and rebuild)...and minerals like zinc (strengthens dental structure) , manganese, boron (prevents calcium and magesium loss), and molybdenum (repairs tooth enamel).
Fascinating, growing up it was called "growth pains". I used to walk up as a child and my legs would be in pain as if they were broken. I remember too having no options so I would just hit my legs. Thank you doc.
I thought fluoride wasn't good for you Dr Berg and we needed to get filters for our showers to avoid fluoride?
Avoid it. Its terrible for you
There is of course a complete difference in rinsing your mouth with a small amount of fluoride, and ingesting it all day every day through water. There are many things that can have a positive effect in small doses or used on the surface of our bodies, that will be poisonous when ingested in larger or any doses. Alcohole is a great example of that, it's great to clean wounds with but has a terrible effect on the body when ingested.
@@medusaslair Wise take. Thanks.
As far as I know there is still no shower filter that takes out fluoride. You need a reverse osmosis which is expensive and takes everything out of water including all or most minerals. But a shower filter can remove chlorine and some other things.
That's weird because I have genetically bad teeth and I get prescription only toothpaste and it has x4 times the amount of fluoride than normal toothpaste
Iam not using fluoride tooth paste for maybe 20 years and I do not have any cavity. I was told that brushing is more importatnt than expensice toothpaste. It just smell nice. But it is mostly the side efect.
i never went to the dentist my entire life, i love eating candies when i was a kid my gums swollen all the time and i didn’t get a chance to brush my teeth because we don’t have toothbrush or toothpaste i just a kid who love playing around all day, but when i reached 12 years old all my tooth started fall out and new teeth appear. when i smile the first thing people noticed was my perfect teeth. and never went to the dentist my entire life
Thank you doctor. As a dentist practicing in India I advise my patients same thing. It's always one's lifestyle. Sadly people want quick fixes for their rotten teeth . No kind of flouride treatment or quick fixes can deal with our problems. And every major disease of body starts with our teeth.
I come across children as well with all their teeth rotten. One look at their parents and I know they're the culprit, not the kids. I am hated for pointing it out loud but it's part of my job. Unhealthy parents leads to unhealthy children.
I BEG to differ Mr. Dr. --- Applying the understanding that there are only two sides to chemistry (Acid/Alkaline) it is easier to draw the connection to the saliva. Saliva breaks down damn near anything...you can clean with it. So if you eat crap acidic foods like you mention it creates an acid ash. If your body runs acidic so does the saliva. No sugar remains on your teeth after a while..com'on man put it together. IT IS YOUR SALIVA that causes the breakdown NOT the product in your mouth, it is what happens after the product has been processed by your now acid body.
I've lost all of my teeth coz of eating Chocolates. I'm 37 yrs old and no body wants to marry me. Please, help me doctor.
bentonite clay, and if teeth enamel is bad, then calcium bentonite clay. Brush teeth with it can mix it with toothpaste and helps restore gums. Removing all starches and sugars helps too but not in every situation. My daughter unfortunately got her dads genes which her teeth no matter what we did still continued to go bad.
My mum is 83 and her teeth is amazing and she ate no sweet never seen a dentist I envy her.
Thank you Dr Berg, we were raised on a sugar and carbs diet, my teeth are a testament to that (a mess). The fundamental reason I started keto was toothache from eating sugar. The keto plan has been so successful for me, no more aching teeth, and also in so many other ways as well 🙏
Have your teeth improved at all?
@@spoolsandbobbins every facet of my health has improved since starting keto and IF.
@@janine6267 What do you eat every day?
Very informative. When my kids were young, the dentists did sealants on their teeth. I believe to this day, my daughter who is 45 has never had a cavity and excellent teeth. Now her daughter (my 9 yr old granddaughter) who is addicted to sugar has most of her teeth with fillings and crowns, so sad.
Wat kind of sealant did u put to ur daughter's teeth?
@@bestrelaxingchannel5556 I don’t know this was like 30 years ago. I was just watching a video on oil pulling for teeth using sesame oil which I’m going to start doing since I have very sensitive teeth.
@@desertdiamond26 I also just started oil pulling using coconut oil hoping to restore my teeth..
Sealants on teeth, your body absorbing what
I had many cavities develop solely because the sealant put on my teeth trapped bacteria under it. I had a couple dentists tell me this was the cause. I'm not against sealants, but I think they should be regularly looked after by dentists.
interesting. I switched to neem toothpaste that's fluoride free and my sensitive teeth issue has disappeared. I have also noticed a decrease in cavities. I'm looking to reach the point where I can consistently make my own toothpaste. thanks for sharing this info
Thank you Dr. Berg for being the BEST health expert we know!
I've had perfect teeth my entire life until one root canal. My cavities are a direct result of a ONE root canal I've had done TWICE recommend by a dentist. Then a Paradonist did a apicoectomy... which made it worse and that's how the infection spread through my entire mouth out of nowhere. I've been battling problems ever since. I intermediate fast, have a clean diet and my oral hygiene has always been a top priority. Things I wish I was taught... was to never get a root canal EVER, especially with an autoimmune disease! Get an implant and if you don't understand why rent the video "Root Cause" on RUclips.
I would love to hear your thoughts on childhood vaccines and cavities. My kids aren't vaccinated and didn't get one cavity their entire childhood.
I watched a video of a Pediatrician in Settle (?) and in his vid he discussed from his own experience as a doctor for 25+ years that kids that did not take any vaccines were healthier then those that did. The Medical board tried to take his license away for this vid (you can still find it) now he lectures all over to spread the truth.
watch "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1" = shocking vid cant put why but it's about the last 3 years and the push for these experimental V. WORTH YOUR TIME...pls pass on to everyone you know & even strangers. The truth shall prevail. take care.
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@ Susan W, Good for you and your kids!!! I wish most mothers would do the same for their children, not have them poked!! God bless you and your family always!
I would love to hear his take on that too but unfortunately I think You toob will not allow that conversation. He could be flagged or labeled as spreading misinfo. Sad isn't it?
That is terrific! So happy to hear this!!
Glad to hear you talking about this. My dentist wanted to know what I was doing differently (!)
My thanks to you are bigger than I can express.
Best, Liz
what changes took place so fast on your teeth that your dentist noticed and what was it you did?
@@ARCSTREAMS You know when you go in for a dental cleaning? You know that hard guck that they scrape off your teeth? Well, after years of regular 6 month teeth-cleaning, suddenly there was hardly anything to scrape! Then 6 months later, again there was hardly anything to scrape. That hard build-up on my teeth was not happening, and the only thing different was keto and IF,
@@scrappyquilter102 IF? also not really sure about what the hard guck is, usually i remove any such stuff when flossing and brushing but it is not hard it does come off
@@ARCSTREAMS tartar. Mineralised plaque. If you brush very often the plaque won't have a chance to harden.
@@alexandervowles3518 ty, btw is he saying that in your mouth you have bacteria that has both the enzymes to convert starches into sugar and the yeast to ferment the sugar into acid?
My dad eats a lot of carbs and sugar. He drinks beer. He doesn't brush his teeth daily, maybe a few times a week. Never flosses. Smoked for a good 20 years. Never had a single cavity. My brother is about the same minus the smoking but he does clean his teeth and is very into keeping them clean. He has had maybe 5 his whole life, 4 of which were when he was a kid. Me? My mouth has always had them. I am just trying to figure this out.
I think oil pulling regularly helps a lot😋😋
Black Seed Oil
I use coconut oil...It will also relieve pain if any.
I TOTALLLY AGREE. The older I grow more I realize how much damage I have done to my body with rice, flour and factory foods.
The most important thing is washing your teeth every day twice before you go to sleep and in the morning. Wheat and processed sugar cause cavities the most and bad hygiene.
A few tips: 1-simply gargle/swish with water for 30 seconds a few times after eating/drinking, especially after acids, like sugar, fruit, coffee, tea, lemon, vinegar, ect. It will dissipate and neutralize acids, animals in nature do this. 2-gargle/swish your toothpaste, after brushing for 5-10 minutes as it releases piles of enzymes to eat bacteria and remineralize your teeth.😊
for number 2- having your toothpaste in your mouth more than a minute is bad for your health. You will be absorbing all kind of chemicals, and if the toothpaste is not flouride free, is absolutely bad for your health. Rinsing with wheat grass instead ( one spoon diluted in an onco of water) is hundred percent the best thing you can do to take care of your mouth. So many nutrients are absorbed and your mouth has a good way to fight any bacteria.
My parents rarely let me have sweets as a child, and almost all my meals were meat and veggies, with the occasional potato or pasta. I didn't have any cavities until into my 20's when I was on my own and eating a lot of crap.
Thank you for teaching me to live a great life, Dr Berg.
Glad to hear that!
My own dental routine always consists of brushing two times a day (regular brush in the morning and electrical in the evening), flossing once before going to bed and swirling 30-60 sec. with alcohol-free fluoride mouthwash, to kill the bad bacteria between the teeth and to remove any excess sugar that might be there, despite all the other efforts. Besides that, when I snack on something sugary, I always keep a bottle of still water within my reach, to reguarly swirl it around my mouth and get the sugar off my teeth that way, before it forms to acid 🙂
Have you ever had a cavity? Because I’ve not and I have no idea why. I brush my teeth three to four times a week and I’ve never flossed. My breath doesn’t smell. My teeth rarely ever hurt and I can chew on ice. I eat terribly for the most part. The only thing is I don’t really like sugary stuff. I almost never eat refined sugar. I also brush my teeth in the shower and when I do I rinse my mouth out with the spray of the water. Edit: I drink around a gallon of water every day. That might have something to do with it.
@@DaxianPreston your breath never smells?? You don’t even have morning breath???
I recommend flossing with a little bit of toothpaste on the floss :) my dentist praised my creativity.
@@greyautumn6160 maybe a bit stale in the morning but no tooth decay smell or anything.
@@DaxianPreston genetics
Sugar is a drug in that after you've consumed it for a while it's hard as hell to stop
It's also harder when you buy it and have so much of it in my household.
Yes. Dr Berg made a few videos to help stop sugar cravings ❤
I use unflouridated toothpaste and brush after every meal or even just a snack.
I've had 1 small cavity in 15 years.
Thank you for this video! We need thousands of these. Sugar industry is crazy
Thank you for this!
There's not enough information around concerning the natural care of teeth and gums.
Also, beware of dentists who call themselves holistic, they usually aren't.
Yep! Great video! I gave up ALL refined carbs and sugars two years ago, eat a LCHF keto diet OMAD, and learned how to fast. Haven't been to the dentist since! I oil pull every morning with coconut oil, use a splash of hydrogen peroxide in my water pik and brush with an essential oil blend. I scrape/pik my own teeth every month. I never have bad breath and my teeth are white 😁.
And.... I'm 59 and I've lost over 155 lbs, I'm off my blood pressure meds, my osteoarthritis pain is hardly noticeable now and my asthma is gone. Our bodies are amazing! I was asked to share my story on The Magic of Fasting RUclips channel. Check it out!!👍. Thanks for all you do Dr. Berg🙏
Teeth forms a big part of our health.
So do you not eat Potatoes Pasta Bread or Rice ?
@@karmen4082 Nope! Do miss them, don't want them 🙂
Good for you, Jessica!! Yes, our bodies are indeed amazing!!! Give it the right tools and treat it right, it will thrive!
You might want to look for the Boron documentary by an Australian scientist, he found out by accident his arthritis got cured. I started taking 3mg Boron once a day 5 years ago and got rid of my achy knee, fingers and back.
God bless you on your health journey!!
@@gb9276 Thank you!! I will check it out for sure
Toothpaste ingredients you mentioned: It worked in the very first attempt. Using them separately wasn't so effective. Brushing for *full 5 minutes* twice a day also, alongwith it.
Got gum pain from bacterial overgrowth (1st ever dental issue in adult teeth set, at 44 ) but it was part of the viral fever, I was going through, I believe
Recently checked & realised, been using 20 yrs flouride-free toothpaste. No dental issues. No cavities. Doc checked x-ray, said I have good teeth.
Flouride toothpaste is overhyped, it seems then.
If you already have plaque then you have biofilms which amalyse can't disrupt.
Small pinches of xylitol (just hold it in the mouth) with enough frequency will knock out the 'glue' bacteria and allow the biofilm to be disrupted.
Same with chronic strep.
Frequency? Can you explain?
Pinches of xylitol? Is that something you get in a powder form? I have been curious about this.
So you don’t recommend the gum?
@@joanecherry4481the gum is also fine
I brush once a day, usually don’t even use tooth paste, just wet the brush and floss maybe twice per year. I have all of my teeth, including wisdom teeth and never had a cavity. I do however tend to rinse my mouth out with water after eating or drinking something.
Wow
@@debcambria665 any idea why this might be? For the last 15 years when I go for an annual cleaning, the dentist says, whatever you’re doing, keep doing it.
Interesting.. you eat healthy ? Or whatever you want?
@@jdubthetruthwillbemadeknown mostly whatever I want. But I tend to have limits. I’ll binge on junk one day and then for weeks eat mostly healthy.
@@miketonon7946 appreciate it👍
This kinda makes sense, i looked at the cancer numbers and Italy is pretty high rates of cancer per 100k people. Their diet is loaded with carbs being the pasta capital of the world. What is also interesting is they used to be the healthiest country in the world which I believe Spain is now in that position with Italy being a close second. Spain also loves rice and other carbs as far as I am aware and is not far behind Italy in terms of cancer numbers.
Sugar is truly killing us?!
I aged out of my health insurance. I oil pulled and brushed like normal over the next few years. I Went to the dentist and told them it was 5 years since a visit. The hygienist told me my teeth were cleaner than the people who they see in between the 6 months cleaning.
Must add I have all my teeth plus wisdom
Thank you Dr. Berg! I love your videos. I have been intermittent fasting. It has made me feel so much better. I have been resisting going on a low carb diet however, but I'm finally going to give in.
@@echopeakbicycling85 Pure carnivore - another fad diet.
Thank you for this Dr Berg
Also a very important element to dental health is to keep your teeth clean by brushing often, in fact after every meal or snack and if you cannot brush after every meal or snack then at the very least swish with water 💦
I'm keto...but my fiance (36yr old) is not. She eats candy and whatever she wants. Stays thin and has no fillings or cavities. Genetics I guess. But, she has other health issues that I think could be resolved by keto (or just laying off the sugar). She's been to the Doc many times. Taken lots of different drugs with no resolve. Doctors are always baffled.
I would guess she may also have PCOS and infertility problems due to the high carbs.
Mind mentioning what all health issues?
May be skinny fat. Most of fat surrounds the organs. She may be setting herself up for non alcoholic fatty liver disease. Use that phrase with Dr. Berg next to the magnifying glass and see what he says about it. She’s not getting away with anything, and may be lulled into apathy if she can’t see the damage
@@Coo- Hydradentis Seprativa (sp) or something like that. Her Dr. gave her some liver destroying meds as a trial. Gave her a great complexion...but didn't fix the boils. Dr. Berg did a video on this ...and it all made sense, but "she" isn't on board with trying his suggestions yet. So, it's on her at this point.
@@tomunderwood4283 It's possible. We've never had a pregnancy scare...but I'm "fixed" now...soooooo. We may never know.
It is very interesting, I had the same problem with cavities. Once I reduced the suggary foods, the problem was resolved.
a lot of people think brushing is all they have to do, but if you started flossing your teeth too you'd discover how much gross buildup brushing doesn't take away.. just smell that stuff after you floss and you will be grossed out and start flossing everyday.
Thanks for your input.
I don't get cavities. I'm over 50 years old. All I can tell you is to brush twice daily with a good toothbrush (replace every 3 months) and floss once daily. I ALWAYS do this.
I never go to the dentist, I don't consume sugary drinks and I eat very little fruit and added sugar. My diet is mostly low carb (but only for the past few years).
How do you know that you do not have cavity when you never go to a dentist? cavity can start without you knowing. It does not have to be full blow for you to say that you have cavity. If you have bad breath then you have cavities.
You are just genetically lucky!
I've been eating keto over 4 years. I got my first cavity since eating this way. I wasn't getting the meat out of my teeth all the way by brushing and flossing alone. My dentist told me to get a Waterpik. That thing works wonders!
Perform 20 minutes of oil pulling with coconut oil before bed.
@@afridgetoofar1818 I was doing that and still got a cavity.
@@ArtfullyGifted interesting. I would’ve thought the oil would’ve pulled out any remaining pieces of meat from between your teeth, but evidently not.
@@afridgetoofar1818 My dentist explained that as we age food can get stuck between the gums and teeth where it takes a high pressure water pik to remove it.
@@ArtfullyGifted ah, it sounds like the Pik is a good investment then.
3:23 cancer and restless leg feed off fermentation of sugar
Interestingly my friend and her husband grew up in one German village, and neither of them have cavities. She thinks that somehting was in their water and majority of kids who grew up there do not have cavities even as adults. She doesn't do ketogenic diet (she is actually vegetarian, but wasn't one while growing up), and still eats sweets though she doesn't go overboard. She is deficient in b12, and has some other issues, but interestingly teeth are good. That makes me think, that our teeth health depends a lot on how they develped in the womb and early childhood.
Your channel is such a blessing for many people like us!! God bless you for always giving us so much useful infomation.
I have to add one point which is crucially missing in my opinion: The intake of enough vitamin D2/D3 and Calcium, Magnesium and Phosphates etc. Everything that makes up the bones. Since teeth are in a sense bones, just outside our bodies and visible. Like bones actually, they are somehow able to repair themselves to a small degree. This isn't talked about often. Also this prevents brittle bones etc. Many people also suffer from their teeth not having enough space inside their jaws. This is also due to malnutrition growing up, and having not enough Vitamin D3, which leaves especially the lower jaw smaller then it should be. There was a documentary floating around on youtube, also experiments with animals, cats I believe, which showed the smalles jaws and the teeth problems. This defect doesn't appear in animals in the wild with their normal diet again. It's human's wise assery again at work.
Yes…people should check out Weston A Price
I'm currently getting back on my keto diet thank you Dr. Berg for another reason to keep going strong.
The human body is designed for a keto diet. The colon is 32 FT. long which is perfect for eliminating meat in 2-3 hrs. You're on the path to perfect health. So happy for you.
@@anantsky 2 hours for colon and what about the rest of the intestine?
I brush 3 times a day I never eat sugar or drink soda, I go to the dentist for cleanings 3-4 times a year (I pay out of pocket for the extra cleanings my insurance doesn’t cover), I floss every day never missing a day, I take the vitamins and zinc and acidophilus, and I still get cavities!!
What’s your diet consist of besides sugar? and look at the ingredients of tooth paste.
You can also get cavities from being injured, from hormonal increases (like during pregnancy), low mineral count, low vitamin D, rough/cooked teeth (which are hard to clean), having a dry mouth from medication. drug use, grinding your teeth (use a mouthguard), and frequent acidic foods (not just sugar/carbs, but ACV, lemon juice, etc.). Also, you wear away your enamel if you bush your teeth within a 30 minute window of eating (the pours in your teeth are opened from brushing, which allows the acid from eating to get in easier). It doesn't just have to do with your diet and hygiene.
I don't eat candy!!! THANK GOD! I was blessed with excellent dental hygiene, health and care! I'm proud to say I have gotten ZERO cavities ZERO fillings. For years I've avoided snacking, candy and sweets!!! I was raised eating healthy all my life!!!
Don’t think they do awards how about a card?
I wish I had paid more attention to information like this when I was young (in my thirty's), instead it took me until almost fifty to understand how diet is everything. I have been a carnivore for about 6 years now and what a difference it has made. If I only new then what I know now ! Good info Doc. Young people have an advantage now do to the internet, if they would only take advantage of it. Sadly, that does not seem to be the case. Wisdom only comes from experience and time, and then you are usually to old to make up for the lost time.
Thanks for this Dr. Berg! Kriss ai also said that aside from brushing and flossing daily, it will be great if you also use an antimicrobial mouthwash..
Great point! Adding an antimicrobial mouthwash to your daily routine can further help in maintaining oral hygiene and preventing dental issues. How to get that kriss ai?
@@ryanfajardo4364 It's an ai dental assistant. You can use it on their website 😁
Heartbreaking deception in the food and medical industry. Thank you for bringing us the truth.
The only cavities I’ve ever had were from a dentist who drilled teeth that didn’t have true cavities back when I was 7-8 years old. He was found out, but I still have my fillings. Irritates me!
I can relate 😢
$$$ and greed do that to some doctors, dentists. A dentist drilled allmost all my teeth, and pulled all my wisdom teeth while i was in full anestheasia. I came in for 1 teeth and woke up with a total make over with amalgamfillings everwhere.
If i could of sued those in the clinic i would. I was 26 years old and no cavities excelt 1 bad tooth.
Monster of dentists and clinics exist.
I met someone who that happened to as well, you are not alone!
I've never really had teeth problems, I eat sugar day in day out and I'm 34. Since I know that baking soda neutralizes acid I always brush with arm and hammer baking soda toothpaste. Plain baking soda as a mouthwash works too. But I prefer to use hydrogen peroxide after brushing with the baking soda as I know it creates a thorough cleaning reaction....but only like one or twice a week
Dr Berg, you haven't mentioned oil pulling. Does that work to reduce cavities?
He mentioned a few times using enough healthy fats helps protects and remineralise teeth. For example, raw butter was used back in the day to keep healthy teeth ❤
@@experimenthealthyketo83 Oil pulling is a technique and has nothing to do with ingesting healthy fats.
Thanks again Doctor. I had more fillings than teeth. I cut out sugar in
my food and cut right down on fruit. No new fillings for over two years now. Very good advice.
I surmise that the most important factors with regards to stronger teeth are a) lower bodily inflammation, b) adequate hydration and salivary production, and c) adequate nutrition.
Thank you Dr Berg, for your continued exposure of sugar....there's a book, probably out of print now, called Sugar Blues...opened my eyes to the history and ill effects of sugar on both our bodies and society.
Yes , true sugar is definitely enemy of our body . But fluoride is by far worse enemy !