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10/28/2025

Peace Mothers Earth Fam 💜

I want to share a list of pantries in the Indianapolis area for those of you that need it and if anyone else has any resources in any area or state you’re in PLEASE list them in the comments.

Thank you!

Also please call or get online to check the times and accuracy of this list 💜

09/01/2025

🌍✨ Hey Mothers Earth Fam! ✨🌍

I had to slide through real quick to share some good news with y’all — we’ve officially lowered our shipping costs AND added ground shipping options 🥳🙌🏽

On top of that, we’re cookin’ up some bundle deals, bringing back a few of your favorite body care staples, and even creating NEW products that our community has been asking for 💚

We’re keeping it rooted, intentional, and always for the culture. Stay tuned — it’s only up from here 🌱

Thank you for continuing to help us grow 🌱🌻

08/24/2025

👶Leaving cavities in baby teeth untreated is like planting decay in the next set of teeth.🦷

Cavities in baby teeth are often misunderstood. Many parents assume that since milk teeth eventually fall out, they don’t need much attention. But this is one of the biggest mistakes in children’s oral care.

Baby teeth are not just temporary placeholders—they protect the permanent teeth developing right beneath them. When decay is left untreated, the infection doesn’t stop at the surface; it can spread deep inside the tooth, into the roots, and even affect the permanent teeth waiting to erupt.

The truth is, cavities in milk teeth are not harmless. An untreated infection in a baby tooth can create abscesses, damage the surrounding bone, and allow bacteria to reach the underlying permanent tooth bud. This can lead to enamel defects, weak spots, or even early decay in the permanent teeth before they even emerge. In some cases, the infection can spread further, causing pain, swelling, and serious health complications that no child should ever go through.

Baby teeth play an essential role in guiding permanent teeth into the correct position, helping with chewing, speech, and proper jaw development. Losing them too early due to cavities disrupts this balance, often resulting in misalignment or orthodontic problems later in life. Ignoring cavities may seem like saving time or money now, but in reality, it sets the stage for bigger dental challenges in the future.

Parents need to remember: caring for milk teeth is caring for the future smile. Regular brushing, limiting sugary snacks, early dental check-ups, and treating cavities promptly are not just short-term solutions—they are investments in a lifetime of healthy teeth. Don’t wait for pain to appear. Protecting baby teeth today means protecting your child’s confidence, health, and smile for tomorrow.

08/21/2025

Most people think of brushing their teeth as a way to keep their smile bright and their breath fresh. But new research shows it may also protect your heart and even extend your life.

In a large study of 1,583 hospitalized adults, scientists discovered that brushing before bed significantly lowered the risk of cardiovascular events and premature death. Those who brushed only in the morning—or skipped brushing altogether—were far more likely to face heart complications compared to nighttime brushers.

Why does timing matter? At night, brushing prevents harmful oral bacteria from accumulating. Left unchecked, these bacteria can trigger systemic inflammation, a major contributor to cardiovascular disease. The data was striking: individuals who brushed before bed had a hazard ratio of just 0.55–0.59 for heart risks. The study also found that smoking further worsened outcomes, particularly in people who neglected nighttime brushing.

The message is clear: oral hygiene isn’t just about your teeth—it’s about your heart. Brushing before bed is one of the simplest yet most powerful steps you can take to protect your long-term health.

Your toothbrush may be a small tool, but its impact on your future could be life-saving. Don’t skip your nightly routine—it could be the easiest way to lower your risk of heart disease.

08/20/2025

Scientists are uncovering evidence that Alzheimer’s disease might be linked to gum disease. A 2019 University of Louisville study detected Porphyromonas gingivalis the bacteria behind chronic gum infections inside the brains of people who died with Alzheimer’s. Even those without dementia symptoms showed bacterial toxins, suggesting damage may begin long before memory problems. In mice, the bacteria spread from mouth to brain, boosting amyloid-beta proteins and inflammation, hallmarks of Alzheimer’s progression. Researchers also tested COR388, a drug that reduced bacterial levels and amyloid buildup in animals. While it’s too early to say gum disease directly causes Alzheimer’s, the findings challenge conventional thinking suggesting oral bacteria could spark brain decline years before symptoms.

Source: Dominy, S. S. et al., Science Advances (2019). PMID: 30746447

08/20/2025

A major U.S. study analyzing over 15,000 adults has revealed a powerful link between oral health and mental health. Researchers found that people with lower diversity of bacteria in their mouths were significantly more likely to experience symptoms of depression. While the gut-brain connection is well-known, this shines new light on the oral microbiome, the body’s second-largest microbial community. Mouth bacteria influence inflammation and immunity both tied to mood and brain function. Participants with richer bacterial diversity generally reported fewer signs of sadness, fatigue, and low motivation. Notably, the link was strongest in men and non-Hispanic White individuals. Though it’s unclear whether depression alters oral microbes or vice versa, the findings open the door to innovative treatments where oral hygiene and probiotics may support mental well-being.

08/19/2025

🦷 A natural way to fight cavities may be hiding in your vegetables.

Scientists have identified a plant-based compound that can wipe out up to 90% of cavity-causing plaque. The molecule, called 3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM), is found in cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, and cabbage.

Plaque forms when bacteria thrive in the sugary, warm environment of the mouth, gradually eroding enamel and leading to tooth decay. While brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups help, they cannot fully prevent plaque buildup.

Researchers from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, working with teams in China and Singapore, discovered that DIM disrupts Streptococcus mutans—the main bacteria responsible for cavities—by blocking its ability to multiply and stick to teeth. In lab tests, DIM reduced bacterial biofilms by 90%, making it a promising low-toxicity candidate for future toothpaste and mouthwash formulations.

What makes DIM even more appealing is its dual benefit: apart from its antibacterial power, it is also known for its anti-carcinogenic properties. This opens the door for developing oral care products that not only prevent cavities but also promote overall health.

📖 Source: Baruch, Y., Golberg, K., Sun, Q., Gin, K. Y.-H., Marks, R. S., & Kushmaro, A. (2023). 3,3′-Diindolylmethane (DIM): A Potential Therapeutic Agent against Cariogenic Streptococcus mutans Biofilm. Antibiotics.

08/17/2025

Scientists are beginning to suspect that Alzheimer’s disease might not only be a problem of aging brains — it could actually start in an unexpected place: the mouth. Emerging studies point to chronic gum disease as a possible trigger for a chain reaction leading to Alzheimer’s.

In a landmark 2019 study, researchers at the University of Louisville discovered Porphyromonas gingivalis — the bacteria responsible for long-term gum infections — inside the brains of people who had died with Alzheimer’s. Even more concerning, they also found toxic enzymes from these bacteria in the brains of people who had never shown dementia symptoms, suggesting the damage might have begun years before any memory problems appeared.

When scientists infected mice with this gum bacteria, it didn’t remain in their mouths — it traveled to the brain, increased the levels of amyloid-beta proteins linked to Alzheimer’s, and triggered inflammation. They also tested a new drug, COR388, which lowered the amount of bacteria in the brain and reduced amyloid buildup in mice — an early sign that this approach might help slow or even prevent Alzheimer’s.

Although experts caution that it’s still too soon to say gum disease directly causes Alzheimer’s, the findings are significant. They challenge the long-held belief that dementia leads to poor oral health — instead, oral bacteria may be quietly entering the brain and causing damage long before memory loss begins.

📄 Research Reference
PMID: 30746447
PMCID: PMC6357742

08/16/2025

07/28/2025

🦷 ROOT CANALS & HIDDEN INFECTIONS: THE INVISIBLE TOXIN IN YOUR MOUTH

How Dead Teeth Can Fuel Chronic Disease, Autoimmunity & Even Cancer

Root canals are one of the most common dental procedures — over 25 million are performed annually in the U.S. alone. Yet, behind the polished dental office and quick recovery lies a dark and well-concealed truth:

Root canals can silently seed your body with chronic infections, immune suppression, and even cancer-promoting inflammation.

⚠️ WHAT IS A ROOT CANAL?

A root canal is performed when the inner pulp of a tooth (containing nerves and blood vessels) becomes infected or inflamed. The dentist removes the pulp, disinfects the chamber, and fills it with rubber-like material (often gutta-percha). The tooth is then sealed — and considered “saved.”

But is a dead tooth really "safe"?

🧫 THE HIDDEN SCIENCE: TEETH ARE NEVER FULLY STERILE

Each tooth contains 3–5 miles of microscopic dentinal tubules, tiny hollow channels extending from the center of the tooth outward. When the pulp is removed, these tubules remain — and they become the perfect hiding place for anaerobic bacteria, which thrive in low-oxygen environments.

🔬 These bacteria:

Evade sterilization (even with strong chemical irrigants)

Mutate and adapt

Produce potent endotoxins, thioethers, and mercaptans

Can travel to distant organs via lymph or blood

These toxins don’t stay in your mouth — they become systemic saboteurs.

😷 SILENT BUT DEADLY: WHY ROOT CANAL INFECTIONS ARE HARD TO DETECT

Unlike a typical toothache or abscess, post-root canal infections are usually low-grade and painless, yet:

Constantly leak inflammatory bacterial toxins

Evade routine dental X-rays

Are often found only on 3D cone beam CT scans

🧨 This chronic stealth infection places constant stress on the immune system — often without symptoms for years.

🔗 LINKS TO CHRONIC DISEASES

Root canal-infected teeth have been linked to:

🧠 Neurological Conditions:

Brain fog

Depression and anxiety

Alzheimer’s and neurodegeneration (due to systemic LPS/endotoxins crossing the blood–brain barrier)

💪 Autoimmune Disease:

Rheumatoid arthritis

Lupus

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

MS-like symptoms

(Chronic immune activation and molecular mimicry from bacterial proteins)

❤️ Cardiovascular Disease:

Endotoxins from dental infections contribute to arterial plaque and endothelial inflammation

Jaw–heart meridian links (acupuncture principles corroborated by growing studies)

⚰️ Cancer (The Hidden Connection):

🔎 In the early 1900s, Dr. Weston A. Price, a renowned dental researcher, found that 100% of breast cancer patients in his clinical observations had root canals or infections in the same meridian (tooth–breast link).

Today, emerging studies continue to explore links between oral infections and cancer, particularly:

Breast cancer (linked to molars on the same energetic meridian)

Prostate cancer (jaw–reproductive organ energetic parallels)

Lymphoma and leukemia (chronic immune suppression and bone marrow disruption)

🧬 Chronic infections create a terrain of inflammation, oxidative stress, and immune dysfunction — all of which fuel cancer's progression.

👩‍⚕️ WHAT DENTISTS OFTEN DON'T DISCLOSE

A root canal doesn't remove the dead tissue completely — it leaves a dead organ in your body

Many dentists are unaware of the systemic consequences or choose to downplay them

No other organ in the body would be left in a decayed or necrotic state — except the teeth

🧠 THE BODY–MOUTH CONNECTION: MERIDIANS & BIOELECTRIC TERRAIN

Each tooth is connected to organs via acupuncture meridians. Infected or root-canaled teeth can:

Disrupt bioelectric signaling

Cause energetic blockages in corresponding organs

Contribute to organ dysfunction or stagnation

🌐 For example:

Upper first molars connect to breasts, stomach, and sinuses

Lower molars connect to lungs, large intestine, and prostate

Premolars link to thyroid and pancreas

This is not just energetic theory — it explains why many chronic diseases don’t improve until the infected teeth are addressed.

🦷 HOW TO DETECT A DENTAL INFECTION THAT'S MAKING YOU SICK

✅ Ask for a 3D Cone Beam CT Scan

More advanced than a standard X-ray — reveals cavitations and hidden abscesses

✅ Thermography Scans

Can show inflamed dental areas before pain appears

✅ Biological Dentist Consultation

They can evaluate tooth–organ relationships, use ozone therapy, and test energetically

🦷 WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE A ROOT CANAL

❌ Option 1: Leave It In — But Monitor Closely

Only if you have no symptoms and perfect immune health (rare)

Use ozone injections to control microbial activity

Take binders like PectaSol-C or modified citrus pectin

Regular detox support (infrared sauna, lymphatic massage, coffee enemas)

✅ Option 2: Safe Extraction + Cavitation Cleaning

With a trained biological dentist:

Remove tooth and periodontal ligament

Clean socket with ozone, laser, or PRF (platelet-rich fibrin)

Avoid synthetic bone grafts — use natural healing protocols

🧽 DETOX & IMMUNE SUPPORT POST-EXTRACTION

🧴 Binders: Zeolite, activated charcoal, bentonite clay, modified citrus pectin

🦠 Antimicrobials: Allicin (garlic extract), oil of oregano, propolis, silver

🧬 Mitochondrial & Lymph Support: CoQ10, glutathione, B vitamins, milk thistle, astragalus

🧠 Brain + Nervous System Repair: Magnesium threonate, phosphatidylserine, lion’s mane

🧬 THE CANCER TERRAIN CONNECTION: CLEAN THE MOUTH, HEAL THE BODY

Many holistic cancer doctors begin treatment by addressing root canals, cavitations, and oral infections. Why?

Because the mouth is the gatekeeper of systemic inflammation.

You cannot fully detox or heal if there is a festering infection 2 inches from your brain, leaking poison into your bloodstream.

FINAL THOUGHT 💭

You can spend thousands on supplements, detoxes, and therapies — but if you have dead, infected teeth, you're fighting an uphill battle.

It’s time to remove the biological landmines hidden in your mouth and take your health back from the root.