Brushing your teeth with a twig in Kenya - vpro Metropolis 2011

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  • Toothbrushes? In rural Kenya, most people have never heard of them. Yet their teeth are very white, how is this possible? Our correspondent Carren shows how these villagers continuously brush their teeth with twigs. Because tooth paste... that just stings in your mouth!
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Комментарии • 2,2 тыс.

  • @dorkchops
    @dorkchops 7 лет назад +2836

    their humbleness is beautiful

  • @narujan6217
    @narujan6217 8 лет назад +2388

    Please do not introduce them to toothpaste chemicals and synthetic toothbrushes. What they have works perfectly for them. Yes you can help them with easy access to water but their method of oral hygiene is perfect.

    • @FormigaFit
      @FormigaFit 8 лет назад +15

      Nancy N they gave them fluoride toothpaste

    • @KrayzeeLife
      @KrayzeeLife 8 лет назад +123

      Nancy N my dad still uses this. even in America where we have toothbrushes and toothpaste. he prefers branches

    • @UnknownPerson-cw6cg
      @UnknownPerson-cw6cg 7 лет назад

      Mar. WorldPeace Oh no

    • @kokob9197
      @kokob9197 7 лет назад +1

      yup. witch is bad for u

    • @vaultdweller3371
      @vaultdweller3371 7 лет назад +65

      If they are introduced to sugar no twigs will help them clean their teeth.

  • @somebodytouchamahnemjetjet1989
    @somebodytouchamahnemjetjet1989 7 лет назад +2328

    And people nowadays think that most poor people have poor hygiene?

    • @number1sweetgirl
      @number1sweetgirl 7 лет назад +15

      SOMEBODY TOUCHA MAH NEM JET jet "theres also misconception about charity clothing 👱🏻‍♀️" Helga: "in my qountry cheeldren run eround neked Until 16!" Lol 😂

    • @BlackGirlLovesAnime6
      @BlackGirlLovesAnime6 7 лет назад +11

      SOMEBODY TOUCHA MAH NEM JET jet I think that only applies to people who are poor in 1st world countries because they are used to having things like toothpaste and buying things from the store

    • @heyitsmeny1478
      @heyitsmeny1478 7 лет назад +98

      They are not poor it’s just their way of living

    • @yeahoh2222
      @yeahoh2222 7 лет назад

      SOMEBODY TOUCHA MAH NEM JET jet ikr?

    • @marcellabutay1090
      @marcellabutay1090 7 лет назад +47

      Because msot poor people have poor hugiene, these people are not poor, they just don't rely on money, they live in villages together.

  • @noemimariazaica8245
    @noemimariazaica8245 7 лет назад +708

    And let's not forget that twigs are biodegradable and toothbrushes are not, so introducing modern hygiene tools would mean more pollution.
    If traditional hygene works for them just let it be.

  • @melaninmagic8742
    @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад +188

    3:20 that lady has a beautiful smile and is very beautiful

  • @pw3285
    @pw3285 8 лет назад +3100

    These people are more hygienic than people in developed countries

    • @Ego-de4dt
      @Ego-de4dt 8 лет назад +114

      TheLouderLife whattttttttt????? They don't bathe daily. Did you watch the video! Also, the women don't use feminine hygiene products. Respect the culture but don't lie and pretend they are clean.

    • @AbaitheyBeauty
      @AbaitheyBeauty 8 лет назад +158

      TheLouderLife Africans taught the world what hygiene is

    • @pw3285
      @pw3285 8 лет назад +172

      My Ego Considering the lack of resources they have, they certainly do more than the average person living in a developed country to maintain their hygiene.
      Using branches in order or the maintain a healthy mouth to some degree, is going above and beyond in comparison to the others who are too lazy to brush twice a day given they have the resources to do so.

    • @KrayzeeLife
      @KrayzeeLife 8 лет назад +61

      TheLouderLife my dad still uses this. even in America where we have toothbrushes and toothpaste. he prefers branches. we're Somalian

    • @caprisiafranklin4177
      @caprisiafranklin4177 7 лет назад +52

      TheLouderLife
      IKR most Americans don't brush their teeth as Much as these people do.

  • @joenax777
    @joenax777 10 лет назад +2502

    that moment when their teeth are a lot whiter than yours O.O

  • @melaninafrica7717
    @melaninafrica7717 8 лет назад +315

    old people use this in nigeria and I too use this when I was young and used a toothbrush until I came to uk.
    I feel ashamed that there teeth is whiter than mine due to their condition

    • @simeoncarter3768
      @simeoncarter3768 8 лет назад +71

      Why would you feel shame that someone on this planet has whiter teeth than you? Due to their condition? What does that even mean?

    • @eunice5918
      @eunice5918 8 лет назад +5

      Francois Dillinger She used to use the twig to brush her teeth before she came to the U.K.. And since their environment isn't flourished or I guess "not common", it's surprising to see they have whiter teeth than people living in "common" environments. It's hard to explain. ._.

    • @nakachi1331
      @nakachi1331 8 лет назад

      AFROQUEEN Africa am from Naija too... I used it back home also... chewing stick😊

    • @itsonlymyopinionok8115
      @itsonlymyopinionok8115 7 лет назад +2

      AFROQUEEN Africa no soda/pop, coffee tea wine and other things that stain teeth. can always use baking soda 2 - 3 times a week maximum so you don't wear away the enamel. be nice to try the twig thing though.

    • @melaninafrica7717
      @melaninafrica7717 7 лет назад

      it means something

  • @damn671
    @damn671 7 лет назад +449

    No running water, no bathrooms, no shower, no toothpaste.... but they have better teeth than alot of Europeans (Brits specially)

    • @maryopemiyan8716
      @maryopemiyan8716 6 лет назад +4

      Ruby Spirit yo six cups a day mandem get it right x 😂😂😂

    • @zeeblast3140
      @zeeblast3140 6 лет назад +31

      "Brits specially" bihhh lmao 😂💀

    • @Ronstaa97
      @Ronstaa97 6 лет назад

      although I can't say the same for me as I have naturally straight teeth, that is kind of true.

    • @CallmeQuayZ
      @CallmeQuayZ 6 лет назад +4

      Yassin Azarkan Asians as well

    • @girlas2665
      @girlas2665 5 лет назад +2

      N Americans

  • @callum198
    @callum198 7 лет назад +1587

    There teeth are cleaner than mine and I use a electric toothbrush

    • @r0sesg0ld54
      @r0sesg0ld54 7 лет назад +202

      callum It’s because they don’t eat sugary sweets that stain your teeth.

    • @ikiviher
      @ikiviher 7 лет назад +15

      R0SESG0LD coffee and tea stain really badly as well

    • @samanthabiggins2396
      @samanthabiggins2396 7 лет назад

      callum same

    • @joeyouyang
      @joeyouyang 6 лет назад

      Their

    • @madelinekim1489
      @madelinekim1489 6 лет назад +3

      I'm pretty sure hard foods like apples, veggetables, also milk very good for ur teeth and other healthy foods

  • @zaqu33n88
    @zaqu33n88 7 лет назад +391

    Their teeth actually look really white and healthy!

    • @Garo10
      @Garo10 7 лет назад +30

      Zia Queen yeah no processed sugars

    • @GlowandLuna
      @GlowandLuna 6 лет назад +6

      They have a healthier diet

  • @MakeupChromatic
    @MakeupChromatic 11 лет назад +260

    I found that discovering other cultures lifestyle is very interesting even tho it is way different from mine that's what makes them special and unique, keep it going.

  • @SandZAcademy
    @SandZAcademy 7 лет назад +499

    I found this channel last night and I haven't stopped watching yet. Love it!!

    • @andream3545
      @andream3545 7 лет назад

      SandZ Academy

    • @itry_mash8261
      @itry_mash8261 7 лет назад +1

      SandZ Academy i live in Africa and we use tooth brushes well atleast in in Southern countries i don't know about the rest 😊 so please dont start saying everyone is africa does this stupid thing 😊😊 thank u

    • @ftcambridge
      @ftcambridge 7 лет назад

      SandZ Academy “

    • @toasttoast5348
      @toasttoast5348 7 лет назад

      SandZ Academy is

  • @AijayKay
    @AijayKay 7 лет назад +293

    I still use this till this day. Especially during Christmas when we travel back to our hometown.

  • @_PrincessMaggot
    @_PrincessMaggot 7 лет назад +89

    Their teeth are perfect and so pearly white! Brushing with whitening toothpaste, flossing and using whitening strips and my partner and I still don't have teeth that pristine. Natural is just the way to go it seems!

    • @firstname122
      @firstname122 6 лет назад +6

      PrincessMaggot They also don't consume sugar or drinks that stain your teeth

  • @wolfgirl418
    @wolfgirl418 10 лет назад +378

    Lovely people soo happy.. Makes me happy :)))

  • @TORRIE__
    @TORRIE__ 7 лет назад +167

    5:35 OOP roasted tf out our asses lol
    Well shoot send me a couple sticks fam!

  • @noodleislife4572
    @noodleislife4572 7 лет назад +507

    3:39 When I'm flirting and brushing my teeth
    3:46 When I'm looking at myself in the mirror and brushing my teeth...

  • @TheDJEDS
    @TheDJEDS 10 лет назад +330

    a bit scary but no denying it works, their teeth white like snow tho..!

    • @theflowerswhoknowme7
      @theflowerswhoknowme7 9 лет назад +38

      Also they don't eat junk food

    • @r.i.pyoutube6881
      @r.i.pyoutube6881 7 лет назад +7

      Ed's lah_rabia what's so scary

    • @polbzh
      @polbzh 7 лет назад +4

      Having dark skin makes your teeth look whiter too.

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад +4

      Pol OK but their teeth are whiter than white people tho🤔

  • @wosongo
    @wosongo 11 лет назад +179

    My mum tought me to brush my teeth the same way,its better than tooth picks & i never had dental problem in my entire life. The Luo people use a twigg from a tree called " maswak"

    • @zuesgaming1019
      @zuesgaming1019 7 лет назад

      William Rasztov can you use other trees

  • @kweenmia1227
    @kweenmia1227 7 лет назад +86

    Not even my spinning toothbrush can make my teeth that white

  • @proxymoxie
    @proxymoxie 7 лет назад +123

    Kay. I need me some of that Miswak stick.

  • @GhostGhasti
    @GhostGhasti 6 лет назад +7

    I love how happy these people are with none of the “necessities” we have in first world countries. They don’t have electronics, fast food, shopping malls, internet, etc. but they are still happy. They still smile. And even though they live life differently, they still have great lives because they have eachother

  • @Everythingfreshandsassy
    @Everythingfreshandsassy 9 лет назад +208

    Leave those people ALONE!!!! Their teeth look like pearls! Everyone is living a very simple and uncomplicated life. They don't require all the drugs that Americans do! They don't need tooth past or toothbrush. Just clean water and food!

    • @Ego-de4dt
      @Ego-de4dt 8 лет назад +1

      Sassy Green Garden Diva Productions Your A.C.E. (Artistic Culinary Enthusiast) yes but this video isn't about clean water and food. This video is about tooth brushing.

    • @KrayzeeLife
      @KrayzeeLife 8 лет назад

      Sassy Green Garden Diva Productions Your A.C.E. (Artistic Culinary Enthusiast) my dad still uses this. even in America where we have toothbrushes and toothpaste. he prefers branches

    • @Everythingfreshandsassy
      @Everythingfreshandsassy 7 лет назад +5

      Giving them what! Africa is rich in natural resources! You're right, they shouldn't keep giving them things! What they need and all they need is in their own country! However, westerners keep coming in and telling them, "You need what we have and use!" NO THEY DON'T! Leave them to their own resources. DON'T GIVE THEM ANYTHING! What do you mean, "I'm all for pursuing development while trying to retain cultural habits like this as much as possible." You and know one else has the right to say how much of their cultural habits they should maintain. wow. From what you've seen????????? Where are you standing while doing all of this seeing???????? puuuhhleeeasse!!!! The way to eliminate hunger is to eradicate and eliminate outsiders trying to tell these people how they should and should not live. Forcing them to live as the western world or have resources withheld from them. You are saying they need to follow the western world's practices in order to live right. The western world is all you know so you think it is the only way, the right way. That is where your short-sighted-ness lies.....your limited sight and knowledge of good and clean living. Mass consumption is why the western world is in trouble, the land is going bad, people are getting fatter and requiring more and more drugs. That's civilization, huh?!!! not.

    • @Everythingfreshandsassy
      @Everythingfreshandsassy 7 лет назад

      Childish! Why are you cussing? In order to have an adult conversation you would need to leave the profanity out of it! Don't come at me like that again!

    • @Everythingfreshandsassy
      @Everythingfreshandsassy 7 лет назад +2

      Tiny Reader I am always interested in the conversation, minus any insults and /or profanity. The opportunity to have an exchange went out the window when you began using words that have little to no meaning, and certainly no bearing and context to this conversation, at which time this conversation was over, null and void. There was no cause for you to use profanity in speaking to me. How you feeel about your language is on you but you directed at me and I take great exception to anything but civil conversation. Now if you feel your language is acceptable, towards a complete stranger, who has not spoken to you in that manner, then you should find those that would engage in that type of exchange . I'm not interested. There will be no further response from me, to you.

  • @StpmScrd
    @StpmScrd 8 лет назад +1181

    that's better than a tooth brush

    • @wanqun12
      @wanqun12 7 лет назад +3

      NerdyAsianGamer very true

    • @kiyalynn432
      @kiyalynn432 7 лет назад

      Right

    • @dreambeezy9722
      @dreambeezy9722 7 лет назад

      NerdyAsianGamer it sure is!

    • @kuimiko
      @kuimiko 7 лет назад

      NerdyAsianGamer true.

    • @niellii8718
      @niellii8718 7 лет назад +1

      NerdyAsianGamer rlly is helps get rid of cavities

  • @BledaRassmar
    @BledaRassmar 11 лет назад +196

    I think this is awesome. There are people who do things like chew gum or toothpicks or ice, or play with their hair, or whatever, just to keep busy while they think. This keeps your teeth white and breath fresh! And no nasty fluoride to build up in your body and cause dementia later in life. Plus, no toothbrushes or toothpaste tubes to throw away and fill landfills. And they don't have to use more water, which they have to haul in. The only downside is that it sure can get your face messy.

    • @0MisssMile0
      @0MisssMile0 8 лет назад +3

      BledaRassmar actually you can brush your teeth with a niswak without getting a messy face.. so it depends on how you use it 🤔

    • @Bossylady2752
      @Bossylady2752 8 лет назад +2

      BledaRassmar all very good points. I totally agree with you:)

    • @mlitt1996
      @mlitt1996 7 лет назад +1

      fluoride helps your teeth..wat are you talking about? A toothbrush and a twig should have the same results, unless you're not brushing well, or often enough. I have never had a cavity in all my life and my teeth are relatively white as well..

  • @Charlie-X-Ray12
    @Charlie-X-Ray12 7 лет назад +179

    That is actually pretty smart.

    • @ianmikhail1342
      @ianmikhail1342 6 лет назад +1

      JBcaptian it has been used in the history of islam since 1400 years ago my brother

    • @instagramlive7236
      @instagramlive7236 5 лет назад

      Ian Mikhail it’s a shame they don’t use it now

  • @michellestrachan6478
    @michellestrachan6478 6 лет назад +4

    I love their laughter and just that sense of family and friends. It's really beautiful

  • @pujasur
    @pujasur 8 лет назад +1188

    in india also some people also use branches of neem tree to brush their teeth and have stronger nd whiter teeth than we people using chemicals have.. even i brush once a week with neem tree... and it really works

  • @Aaaa-kc3mp
    @Aaaa-kc3mp 7 лет назад +417

    Bye I'm going outside to chew on a stick

    • @EverythangTrillAsh
      @EverythangTrillAsh 7 лет назад +3

      Audrey Ma 😂😭

    • @isaiahpenny9501
      @isaiahpenny9501 7 лет назад +2

      Lol

    • @iSkyfallx
      @iSkyfallx 7 лет назад +9

      Audrey Ma I was looking at all the positive comments then I came to this, i just died 😂😂😂

    • @LPSORBIT
      @LPSORBIT 7 лет назад +2

      Just get a stick, use water to wash it, and chew on a stick.

    • @humble1814
      @humble1814 7 лет назад

      Good luck then.

  • @rawbloom1
    @rawbloom1 10 лет назад +719

    Why on earth would this woman try to convince them to use anything other than what they use....their teeth are perfect...their overall oral health is perfect and the native said that it helps them with proper food digestion. Folks trying to fix what ain't broke...foolish. Nothing man made is superior to what nature provides...she bout to have them suffering from cavities with her foolishness. Leave 'em alone

    • @DavosJamos
      @DavosJamos 10 лет назад +27

      She obviously wasn't trying to convince them she was making a point for the short documentary.

    • @TheDJEDS
      @TheDJEDS 10 лет назад +7

      u kno who she work fo..!

    • @PIMPhardLIFESeasy
      @PIMPhardLIFESeasy 9 лет назад +1

      I was just thinking the same thing.

    • @andredickerson5800
      @andredickerson5800 9 лет назад +18

      Guitarriff1988ii that is not crap, and nature will never become "outdated". Just because something is new does not automatically make it better.

    • @andredickerson5800
      @andredickerson5800 9 лет назад +2

      With those examples you provided, you are referring to industry. In industry, you have to find a more efficient way to save time which in turn saves money. In this case we are talking about oral care. Toothpaste is poison, and toothbrushes suck, so you have to search for an alternative.

  • @aliyahdotson7831
    @aliyahdotson7831 7 лет назад +26

    I know this is about their teeth but i just have to say it! Their skin is absolutely gorgeous! It leaves me speechless 😍

  • @ashleyweston1137
    @ashleyweston1137 6 лет назад +4

    They all look so happy. No matter how much or little they have. I wish the world could all be like this.

  • @Iyana
    @Iyana 8 лет назад +839

    How do they get such white teeth from twigs and there are still people in America that have yellow teeth using Colgate? xD

    • @gabrielmicu4085
      @gabrielmicu4085 8 лет назад +53

      Its all about the food we eat in the developed countries.

    • @Iyana
      @Iyana 8 лет назад +34

      Gabriel Micu Yeah you're right. Africans always have super white teeth but I noticed Europeans used to have really bad teeth centuries ago. Maybe it has a lot to do with diets

    • @britneya.3120
      @britneya.3120 8 лет назад +9

      Colgate has fluoride they have organic healthier alternative

    • @Iyana
      @Iyana 8 лет назад +4

      Yes yes I know, it was a joke. My mom is one of those organic buyers and we don't use toothtaste like Colgate.
      I've actually tried licorice root and it does work like a toothbrush but much less abrasive.

    • @MsCeCe-zv9sg
      @MsCeCe-zv9sg 8 лет назад +11

      right! so primitive but from what I see most of them have beautiful white teeth. .maybe I should switch to sticks..

  • @craycrayxd7280
    @craycrayxd7280 9 лет назад +425

    I want to try this! Just scared of getting splinters in my gums.

    • @livviebby9024
      @livviebby9024 8 лет назад +4

      CrayCrayXD same here

    • @Ego-de4dt
      @Ego-de4dt 8 лет назад +5

      CrayCrayXD why try this? It's primitive when I hope you own a clean toothbrush, floss and paste.

    • @garyshaw8449
      @garyshaw8449 8 лет назад +47

      or swallowing a piece

    • @brezzymist
      @brezzymist 7 лет назад +89

      nah the wood turns soft when its wet it feels similar to normal tooth brush bristles, even softer.

    • @AarenYASS
      @AarenYASS 7 лет назад +48

      the branches appear to be a tad green on the inside, meaning it must contain some natural water in order to make chewing simple and easy. The little bits that stay stuff in your mouth must suck though. -

  • @lizstsymphony9060
    @lizstsymphony9060 9 лет назад +92

    They all heavy beautiful teeth. I've just started doing this, only because my diet consists of no simple sugars, or processed foods.

    • @KMXDS
      @KMXDS 7 лет назад +1

      zain kelly I’m barely watching this video now and I saw your comment. How has your diet gone ?

    • @risingstars3478
      @risingstars3478 7 лет назад +1

      do you still use it

  • @mzkii1002
    @mzkii1002 7 лет назад +65

    That branch might help cure my depression

  • @bmw1725
    @bmw1725 7 лет назад +6

    Simplicity is a virtue. Watching this makes you realize how little you actually need

  • @jadaiswhatimcalled
    @jadaiswhatimcalled 10 лет назад +530

    Their teeth are beautiful, &&' I am amazed at the shine. I would feel very insulted if I showed you my brushing routine &&' you handed me a toothbrush and toothpaste. Nothing is broken with their hygiene dont try to fix it.

    • @Gramald
      @Gramald 9 лет назад +1

      +Jada Garrett Its broken as hell, the few trees that are there soon gone, what will they do then? Bursh with sand? or just lets the flies fly in their open mouth and clean out their mouths? Im asking!!

    • @LaydeeKye
      @LaydeeKye 9 лет назад +1

      +Jada Garrett Exactly!!!

    • @GangstaNDress404
      @GangstaNDress404 9 лет назад +4

      it's called mswaki and you should try it , you can find it at our African stores near you. I promise you the toothpaste will be a thing in the past.

    • @non-existentmist6710
      @non-existentmist6710 7 лет назад

      Jada Garrett True

    • @itsonlymyopinionok8115
      @itsonlymyopinionok8115 7 лет назад +1

      Jada Garrett is it available in America or Canada?

  • @medicaldoll5506
    @medicaldoll5506 7 лет назад +196

    Well shit, they’re teeth ARE white and nice looking. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. But I wonder if they have nice teethed because they just don’t have and eat all the shit and sugar we do or if it’s truly the toothbranch. (Get it? Toothbrush but with a branch... that was so funny I forgot to laugh) 😁😉

    • @MetropolisHUMAN
      @MetropolisHUMAN  7 лет назад +30

      hahaha Medical Doll, you really did binge watch all our videos at once, didn't you? We laughed so much at this comment! It's cool to have you in our public!

    • @Pacifica1
      @Pacifica1 7 лет назад +3

      It is *their* not they're! 😩

    • @crankwithU
      @crankwithU 7 лет назад +1

      Toothbranch 🤣🤣

  • @jasmineramirez7970
    @jasmineramirez7970 8 лет назад +447

    Now I want to go outside and brush my Teeth with a branch....

    • @GIRLZ-ARE-HAWT
      @GIRLZ-ARE-HAWT 8 лет назад +1

      Jasmine Ramirez same

    • @HeyitsAlae
      @HeyitsAlae 8 лет назад +37

      Jasmine Ramirez this is a particular tree with soft branch and great taste, its often used for teeth cleaning in other countries too

    • @raecapital
      @raecapital 8 лет назад +9

      Jasmine Ramirez Me too, but I want to use the authentic twig that they use.

    • @riafrocuisine5182
      @riafrocuisine5182 8 лет назад +3

      Jasmine Ramirez i know right me too bfut i realize it winter no branche outside

    • @mornaftniteeve1198
      @mornaftniteeve1198 7 лет назад +15

      Jasmine Ramirez it's a special plant that's only found in some parts of the world

  • @ann3apr1l81
    @ann3apr1l81 7 лет назад +1

    I like how they're enjoying each other's company and not on Instagram, Twitter or RUclips.

  • @rel1225
    @rel1225 7 лет назад +2

    Their teeth are beautiful. Its so nice to see things like this and how other people are living.

  • @asupremum1246
    @asupremum1246 7 лет назад +82

    They seem so incredibly happy

    • @MetropolisHUMAN
      @MetropolisHUMAN  7 лет назад +9

      It is striking, indeed!

    • @CEOofSleep
      @CEOofSleep 7 лет назад +4

      They have no school bs, Id be happy too

    • @asupremum1246
      @asupremum1246 7 лет назад +6

      somebody toucha ma lasag , it's just impossible to be unhappy when you spend your days feeling grateful

  • @missysvanity1
    @missysvanity1 11 лет назад +107

    oh god these people are beautiful!

    • @morningmoon3547
      @morningmoon3547 7 лет назад

      missysvanity1 lol yea right

    • @asnappinturla
      @asnappinturla 7 лет назад +12

      Morning Moon stfu wit yo ignorant ass

    • @turdly7070
      @turdly7070 7 лет назад +1

      Morning Moon more beautiful than u

    • @rararaka2348
      @rararaka2348 7 лет назад +1

      Morning Moon Ah fuck off

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад

      Morning Moon I bet you are white, then again I am not surprised

  • @ISGomez
    @ISGomez 9 лет назад +162

    I have never seen such beautiful teeth. even the older woman had better teeth than I do. thank you so much

  • @emmasharkey3777
    @emmasharkey3777 6 лет назад

    Wow those are the most beautiful teeth I’ve ever seen! So straight and white and pearly. The bright white looks so lovely with their dark skin. I’m in love their all so beautiful!

  • @keithjenkins6034
    @keithjenkins6034 7 лет назад +78

    The language so simple so elegant

  • @zelenplav1701
    @zelenplav1701 8 лет назад +662

    Colgate is good for you? Fluoride and all those modern chemicals. Where is their tooth decay? Sometimes the more primatve IS better. Their children don't have fluorosis.

    • @aglover6969
      @aglover6969 8 лет назад +147

      zelen plav those kids don't drink soda and eat candy and all that crap

    • @gottaridejiminbeforeyoupar4080
      @gottaridejiminbeforeyoupar4080 7 лет назад +4

      zelen plav
      You mention the one toothpaste that's bad.

    • @unusunus4613
      @unusunus4613 7 лет назад +37

      zelen plav It's not because of what they're brushing their teeth with its what they eat. They don't eat chemicals and high sugar foods in their diet so their teeth don't get cavities.

    • @brezzymist
      @brezzymist 7 лет назад +3

      The trees they get the branches have natural flouride

    • @Xtraior
      @Xtraior 7 лет назад +1

      We eat a LOT of sugar

  • @flameboy4444
    @flameboy4444 10 лет назад +196

    fuck imma buy some of that shit

    • @jarofdirt9
      @jarofdirt9 9 лет назад +3

      +flameboy4444 how are you gonna buy a twig? go out in nature, they're free!

    • @proverbs31woman18
      @proverbs31woman18 8 лет назад

      flameboy4444 why buy...there are no trees where you live?

    • @proclivities460
      @proclivities460 8 лет назад +1

      You don't need to buy it, there are certain trees that probably grow in your area that you can use. I think there's a wiki page about different trees that are used as 'toothbrushes' aka miswak.

    • @TheCinderellaPrincess
      @TheCinderellaPrincess 8 лет назад +1

      flameboy4444 just find the tree and plant it.

    • @mhq945
      @mhq945 7 лет назад +5

      its called a miswak

  • @katiekawaii
    @katiekawaii 8 лет назад +61

    I use a sonic toothbrush, pro-enamel toothpaste, fluoride paste, and interdental brushes, and every single one of them has better teeth than I do. I give up. I'm moving there so they can teach me their ways.

    • @kritsadventures
      @kritsadventures 7 лет назад +6

      katie kawaii Just don't eat high pH foods and drink high pH drinks or anything with sugar. I mean, it's too late for you now, but if you'd done this since birth like they do (high sugar and high pH are first world luxuries) you'd have bright teeth.

    • @falseleadersareamongus1999
      @falseleadersareamongus1999 7 лет назад +4

      katie kawaii They don't eat or drink artificial drinks and food

    • @alex-iz5jv
      @alex-iz5jv 7 лет назад +3

      The reason their teeth are beautiful is because they don't eat candy for smoke cigarettes or do any of the things most people in other parts of the world

  • @karinabelal3425
    @karinabelal3425 7 лет назад +3

    The way the lady squeezed out the door was hilarious.😂😂😁😁

  • @JuggerGirl001
    @JuggerGirl001 7 лет назад +404

    Sooo what type of branch?

  • @miranda9466
    @miranda9466 8 лет назад +264

    wow I realize I am too lazy to do that,amazing people

    • @Ego-de4dt
      @Ego-de4dt 8 лет назад +9

      Miranda love too lazy to brush your teeth???? 🙈🙈🙈

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад

      Miranda I am not shocked

    • @freshlove7926
      @freshlove7926 7 лет назад +1

      Miranda - just get the broom stick , it’ll work the same way

  • @theelectricape6609
    @theelectricape6609 8 лет назад +97

    I love it! Seeing so many people raised to use the proper method of cleaning their teeth is beautiful

  • @trinitya.9905
    @trinitya.9905 7 лет назад +46

    My dad chews on sticks and I always thought it was weird but now I think I know why

  • @yolandaface9308
    @yolandaface9308 7 лет назад +22

    3:19 her teeth are so white

  • @Elmx12
    @Elmx12 7 лет назад +2

    Bright, happy, and healthy! This village knows how to live! God bless!

  • @leahparker2055
    @leahparker2055 8 лет назад +22

    They don't have all the chemicals and acids we eat in their foods. Because they are living the most natural way possible, their teeth are whiter, the whites of their eyes are bright, and they have nice smooth skin. This is very common in third world countries.

    • @raecapital
      @raecapital 8 лет назад

      Leah Parker Exactly! Not one of them had blemishes.

    • @SepherStar
      @SepherStar 8 лет назад

      No, it's because they have diets low in sugar.

    • @tititheunicorn1485
      @tititheunicorn1485 7 лет назад

      Their eyes are not white.

  • @PeachRobot1000
    @PeachRobot1000 9 лет назад +70

    why try and make them use a tooth brush? now they need toothpaste and water...

  • @TVPMLP
    @TVPMLP 7 лет назад +128

    in islam you use a stick named a miswak to clean your teeth which literally is a branch like this

    • @Genericperson658
      @Genericperson658 7 лет назад +13

      Nothing to do with Islam, it was a universal thing before toothbrush

    • @glutachi_6621
      @glutachi_6621 7 лет назад +18

      she was talking about a Hadith before 1400 years which urge muslims to use miswak it’s the same type of twig. but sure it was universal even before that.

    • @wilma6229
      @wilma6229 7 лет назад +3

      in swahili we say mswaki

    • @justahuman9273
      @justahuman9273 6 лет назад

      TVP MUSIC i know this has nothing to do with the topic but.. hehe... your profile pic~ 😏❤

    • @babymilq3671
      @babymilq3671 6 лет назад

      Love adrien agreste and yes o have used miswak before and works!

  • @phoenix1907
    @phoenix1907 7 лет назад +3

    I am in love with ancient methods, because most of them actually work. I want to try this!!

  • @crisdeltoro8568
    @crisdeltoro8568 6 лет назад +12

    beautiful beautiful smart people

  • @florencek7756
    @florencek7756 7 лет назад +73

    This twig is called “Miswak” and it is very good for your teeth. It stops bacteria from growing and keeps your teeth white and clean. I find it disrespectful you go to their home thinking you know better and give them toothbrushes

    • @MetropolisHUMAN
      @MetropolisHUMAN  7 лет назад +31

      Hi Cheeseflo,
      It is not about knowing better, it is about sharing the cultures. They show us how they do, we show them what we use. It's a simple exchange. No harm was meant.
      :)

    • @pankuneko186
      @pankuneko186 7 лет назад +9

      Mostly to see their reaction with tooth brush, either they like it or not for curiosity.

    • @arimarshe12
      @arimarshe12 7 лет назад

      I felt the same way

    • @theweirdo8622
      @theweirdo8622 6 лет назад +5

      VPRO Metropolis Thank you for your work. Africa is a blessed continent.

    • @MetropolisHUMAN
      @MetropolisHUMAN  6 лет назад +3

      Thank you for watching!

  • @alvincomputer
    @alvincomputer 7 лет назад +31

    Holy, that woman has PERFECT TEETH. They're perfectly aligned and white! How does one do that with no braces or toothbrush/toothpaste?!

    • @soultheory8441
      @soultheory8441 7 лет назад +6

      Ana Bana and genetics, everybody wasn't born with perfectly aligned teeth(me).

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад

      Soul Theory not everyone because if that was true, braces wouldnt be necessary

    • @bakeryssoul
      @bakeryssoul 6 лет назад

      Genetics

    • @bipbopcherryontop6256
      @bipbopcherryontop6256 6 лет назад

      Some people just have very straight teeth naturally, and they're also still cleaning their teeth just not in a way that's ordinary to us.

    • @north6502
      @north6502 6 лет назад +1

      Soul Theory Tooth straighteners has to do with oral posture actually. Your lip and lounge position push your teeth straight. People in 3rd world countries where they walk a lot have better bone structures than lazy people in 1st world countries. Our body's weren't meant to develop sitting around on soft chairs all day.

  • @Laura-q2k6p
    @Laura-q2k6p 9 лет назад +54

    they have pure organic nutrition, healthy immune systems, and always get rid of food remains, its like a tradition..

    • @SepherStar
      @SepherStar 8 лет назад +3

      Actually this part of the world has the highest mortality rates. Because they do not have access to modern sanitation and medicine, people tend to die young.

    • @lialanikaija7127
      @lialanikaija7127 7 лет назад

      SepherStar yeah but the dude has a point.

  • @truckerp7294
    @truckerp7294 6 лет назад

    I feel such a connection with these people . They are so so beautiful. Simple and beautiful people.

  • @TrueTrife
    @TrueTrife 6 лет назад +1

    Her teeth were sparkling white and beautiful, all if them had really great teeth! I love it!

  • @gitakb1980
    @gitakb1980 8 лет назад +38

    Haha, the woman did a fantastic interview but at the end she made a big mistake by giving them poison(plastic brush and poisonous paste). She should have instead tried brushing with the twig in front of the camera and then take back home a 100 twigs to use and gift friends. But thanks to it, I have started using Neem and Babool tree twigs like they do in India.

    • @msawesomechick848
      @msawesomechick848 8 лет назад +1

      nirav dinmali She did brush her teeth with the twig though.

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад

      nirav dinmali why can't you just do it like they are doing it in Africa? 🤔

  • @teresaadela1533
    @teresaadela1533 7 лет назад +116

    "What is the point of bathing when there is so much dust?" But their faces look okay, i mean.. they dont have pimples...

    • @marieel3225
      @marieel3225 7 лет назад +64

      Teresa Adela their skin is perfect, probably due to diet and genetics. The western skincare industry is a scam. I have perfect skin and all i use is honey to cleanse. Everyone I know that uses a ton of products and eats junk food has terrible skin

    • @layladecember2770
      @layladecember2770 6 лет назад +1

      Sarah Cecilia Me too! Only wash my face with water and then honey and sugar scrub to exfoliate once a week and my skin is perfect.

    • @nyxh.7567
      @nyxh.7567 6 лет назад +9

      +Sarah Cecilia May I put in my little cent? When going through puberty it’s natural to have a lot of acne because of the high level of oil production and oil clogged pores contribute to acne, but there the dust would dry the oil and people in Africa already have less oily skin in general, that’s just one factor. I agree that basically all products that you use to clear up acne causes more, I like to just let it run its course.

    • @bipbopcherryontop6256
      @bipbopcherryontop6256 6 лет назад +3

      I think black people do tend to get less than white people tbh, from what I see anyway, and from what people constantly told me

    • @DanielleMoore_artist
      @DanielleMoore_artist 6 лет назад +2

      That's because of diet. The processed food causes impurities to enter the body and mess up chemical balances causing unusual body odors, acne, and other issues. If we eat and use less foods and products that don't cause those problems while living an active lifestyle like these people you DEFINITELY notice a difference 😃

  • @natwest1971
    @natwest1971 8 лет назад +48

    Cool! I wondered how they took care of their teeth.

    • @kvn3882
      @kvn3882 7 лет назад +1

      Amethyst that's why you watch the video lol

  • @mememanfresh
    @mememanfresh 6 лет назад +11

    I guess you can call it a
    Twigbrush
    Nvm lemme cry in my corner

  • @lejuly5009
    @lejuly5009 7 лет назад +2

    They are so beautiful especially their teeth. It really is shocking but an amazing use of sources.

  • @fluffinessable
    @fluffinessable 10 лет назад +33

    I always wondered how they keep their teeth so clean xD now I know. Man I gotta get me one of these sticks

  • @skeleton13crew
    @skeleton13crew 10 лет назад +119

    If you don't use the branch, your mouth will stink! Lol Great video...love miswak sticks!

  • @marilynreno7510
    @marilynreno7510 11 лет назад +44

    I always wondered how people with so little to eat have such beautiful teeth.
    Now I know..wow!

    • @marilynreno7510
      @marilynreno7510 10 лет назад

      Tony Rake probably the biggest contributor really.

  • @Gapeaches77able
    @Gapeaches77able 6 лет назад

    Their teeth are so white and beautiful looking. Gorgeous smiles!

  • @artsylovelylady
    @artsylovelylady 6 лет назад

    With teeth like that, who needs a toothbrush? Their teeth look a lot healthier. I couldn’t believe how bright that one woman’s smile is.

  • @MajestRabbitASMR
    @MajestRabbitASMR 7 лет назад +70

    When u find out people who use branches are more clean than u...

  • @9822benji
    @9822benji 11 лет назад +10

    I've been using miswak for two weeks and the result is awesome. No morning breath, even after a meal the smell of the food inside your mouth is lesser. I would recommend to anyone and now some of my colleagues in the office are trying it.
    I use it and rinse with water a little bit. The taste is not so pleasant but the goodness is amazing

  • @FlowingDepths
    @FlowingDepths 8 лет назад +14

    Beautiful white teeth, the natural way. I like it!

  • @bumblebeenani6571
    @bumblebeenani6571 7 лет назад +1

    Ay! That looks pretty cool! Now I wanna brush my teeth with those branches!

  • @jerryjacobsunny5574
    @jerryjacobsunny5574 6 лет назад +1

    I have never seen people so happy about brushing their teeth

  • @googleuser.google
    @googleuser.google 10 лет назад +49

    oh yeah, I saw Obama using it. His dad used to make him use that twig. On a serious note, it is called an "organic" toothbrush or a miswak stick and can be found on ebay. its pretty good actually. It makes tooth whiter and also makes your lips a little redder. try it

    • @iamsomeone2524
      @iamsomeone2524 7 лет назад +1

      *teeth and why buy sticks when you can go outside and get one. And it only turns your moth a bit more red because of irritation

    • @carnivault
      @carnivault 7 лет назад +2

      The drawing Human, the sticks they use are soft and from a tree you wouldn't normally find most places. Just grabbing any old stick from outside, is going to shred your gums.

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад

      The drawing Human Mouth* while you are correcting others

  • @clifft4846
    @clifft4846 7 лет назад +12

    Why their teeth look better than than everyone in my school

    • @cooliipie
      @cooliipie 6 лет назад

      clifft
      Smell their breath

  • @cherrypie3830
    @cherrypie3830 8 лет назад +11

    This also has been done for years in the middle east.

  • @bonnienash8585
    @bonnienash8585 7 лет назад

    Their teeth are beautiful and their skin looks so healthy seems like a beautiful way of life even though it seems hard they seem happy and content. Their tribal clothing and accessories are so colourful and bright. Interesting video.

  • @oemiller
    @oemiller 7 лет назад +18

    Beautiful people

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад

      Livia E exactly

    • @MetropolisHUMAN
      @MetropolisHUMAN  7 лет назад

      @cool lovet we read all your comments on the channel today, thank you for being so cool and having so much common sense. :) Keep it up!

    • @melaninmagic8742
      @melaninmagic8742 7 лет назад +1

      VPRO Metropolis no problem

    • @MetropolisHUMAN
      @MetropolisHUMAN  7 лет назад

      We don't endorse your comments, but it's good to see you taking the time to share and correct. ;)

  • @Minicarrotjuice
    @Minicarrotjuice 7 лет назад +38

    Tbh I wonder if they are less likely to get cancers because they use less chemicals

  • @sukiyo1122
    @sukiyo1122 7 лет назад +4

    I heard that this way of brushing is better than brushing with toothbrush and toothpaste from our elders and we could also add charcoal powder. The teeth is also whiter.

    • @MetropolisHUMAN
      @MetropolisHUMAN  7 лет назад +2

      True that charcoal is a good teeth whitener as well. Paradoxal, but true.

  • @ZaxorVonSkyler
    @ZaxorVonSkyler 6 лет назад +55

    Meanwhile in Britain!

    • @SugarRayValentine
      @SugarRayValentine 6 лет назад +1

      facts lol

    • @hotmama9772
      @hotmama9772 6 лет назад

      Zaxor Von Skyler lol

    • @gabrielabdul8372
      @gabrielabdul8372 6 лет назад +2

      In Britain most people have depression while this people are so happy.

    • @jimjamsim
      @jimjamsim 6 лет назад +1

      How you sitting here saying "facts" when American's have a new cavity every damn week and Britain has the best dental care?

  • @oliei
    @oliei 7 лет назад +2

    I low-key got inspired to get pearly white teeth like those wonderful people

  • @spicy1116
    @spicy1116 7 лет назад +1

    Awww the child at 1:44 has the sweetest face 😊😊

  • @narujan6217
    @narujan6217 8 лет назад +5

    "Happy WorldPeace
    Nancy N they gave them fluoride toothpaste"
    And that is a problem too. Their water contains enough flouride. Adding flouride to their routine is throwing their body system off.

  • @amybukouras5179
    @amybukouras5179 6 лет назад +3

    She has such a beautiful accent ♡

  • @user-mz3wo9ve1y
    @user-mz3wo9ve1y 7 лет назад +3

    I’m Kenyan but my parents are from Nairobi (the capital/city) and I went to visit for the summer and we weren’t poor or anything we have a house people working for us to . It was nice but I hate to see all these “wow these people must be so poor there”

  • @mariamabahr6727
    @mariamabahr6727 7 лет назад +2

    Omg the thumbnail lady’s teeth are so white and her smile is really nice like no lie

  • @marleesha4017
    @marleesha4017 7 лет назад +1

    Wow there teeth look so wonderful, beautiful!

  • @temyastowers1395
    @temyastowers1395 9 лет назад +18

    How do you use the sticks with braces. That's a nightmare I don't wanna think about!

  • @delandriaspry3578
    @delandriaspry3578 6 лет назад +3

    It's amazing how they find a way to live in the middle of nowhere!