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- Independent testing of 51 popular toothpaste brands revealed 90% contained lead, 65% arsenic, 47% mercury, and 35% cadmium. Only six toothpastes tested clean
- Heavy metals enter toothpaste through contaminated raw materials like hydroxyapatite, calcium carbonate, and bentonite clay used in manufacturing
- Lead and cadmium disrupt cellular functions, causing kidney damage, osteoporosis, anemia, and various other health complications
- Despite evidence, toothpaste companies refuse to remove heavy metals. Some even use legal means to intimidate whistleblowers
- Switching to a homemade toothpaste made from coconut oil, baking soda, and essential oils offers safer protection compared to mass-produced alternatives
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