Dr. Vikram Chauhan, Author at Dr. Vikram Chauhan's Blog

How To Whiten Your Teeth With Ayurveda?

An Overview

Ayurveda, an ancient medical science has provided various methods that restore the whiteness of teeth and to get healthy white teeth.

Teeth are the hardest part of the human body. In addition to being required for chewing, teeth play an important role in speech. Parts of the teeth include enamel, dentin, pulp, and cementum.

The Normal Color of Teeth

Usually, teeth are light yellow to greyish or bluish-white. The enamel is semi-translucent, the color of the dentin and the structures under the enamel have a strong influence on the appearance of the tooth.

causes of yellow teeth

Causes of Yellowing of teeth

The common causes are:

Lack of oral hygiene:

An inappropriate routine for brushing teeth and rinsing your mouth causes the buildup of plaque, which makes them turn yellow.

Age:

As the person getting old enamel gets thin and the dentin also gets affected, which makes teeth look yellow from the outside.

Use of the water contains Fluorine

High fluoride content can cause yellowing of the teeth.

Regular intake of sour foods and drinks

Sour foods, like sour candies, oranges, soda, etc, lower the pH of the mouth and cause an excess of demineralization. Due to this enamel becomes thin and cause yellowing of the teeth.

Smoking

Tobacco in products such as cigarettes, pipe smoke causes accumulation of tannins that stain teeth.

Use of medicines

Some medications such as antibiotics, antihistamines, and antipsychotics can cause yellowing of the teeth, especially in children, younger than 8 years old.

Hereditary

Yellow teeth can be hereditary.

Diseases

Sometimes chronic diseases can cause the thinning of the enamel which leads to yellow discoloration of teeth.

How to whiten your teeth naturally

Ayurveda for The Whitening of Teeth

1.Babul (Acacia arabica)

This herb is very useful in the whitening of teeth. The tannins present in the babul are responsible for the whitening teeth. Thus Babul twigs are used as disposable toothbrushes.

2.Banyan (Ficusreligiosa)

The aerial roots of the banyan are also used as good disposable toothbrushes. The banyan roots have an astringent property that not even improves the color of the teeth but also promotes the health of the teeth and gums.

3.Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum)

The leaves of Holy Basil provides dental hygiene and improve the color of the teeth. Apart from whitening teeth, holy basil also protects from tooth problems like pyorrhea. You can dry the leaves of the holy basil, make powder and use it for brushing your teeth.

4.Neem (Azadirachthaindica)

The neem tree also used to maintain the white healthy teeth. Neem twigs are also used as a toothbrush. Neem oils have astringent and antiseptic properties that prevent bad breath, kill microorganisms present in the teeth and to combat dental caries and cavities.

5.Apple cider vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is used as a natural disinfectant and cleaning product. It has antibacterial properties that help to whiten the teeth. Use it a few times per week because excess use is not good for teeth enamel.

6.Pineapples

Pineapples contain powerful enzymes known as Bromelain, which helps in removing surface stains, as well as reduce plaque build-up. It also minimizes the risk of cavities.

7.Papaya

Papaya contains papain enzyme that helps remove tooth stains on the surface of your teeth.

Easy Home remedies for Chronic Gastritis

Overview

Gastritis happens if you are having excessive alcohol, smoke excessively, some acidic juices like pomegranate juice or orange juice, or are in the habit of eating chocolates. This is trouble faced by almost everyone on this planet, due to lack of knowledge about what to eat and what to avoid? Most people are infected by Helicobacter pylori that affect the inner lining of the stomach called a mucosa.

It happens for a very short time and mostly makes us think that everything will be fine after that. But it should not be ignored, better go to your doctor and do the necessary tests so that he can detect the true cause. If you ignore it, with the passage of time it might turn into chronic gastritis and start happening quite frequently. Nip in the bud or you has to face the worst consequences, leading to gastritis cancer.

Remedies to heal Chronic Gastritis

Today we will discuss some home remedies that can cure chronic gastritis in natural style with no side effects, as all these are provided by nature itself.

Home Remedies to heal Chronic Gastritis:

Pro-biotic Yogurt:

Pro-biotic yogurt contains calcium, potassium, proteins, and vitamin D. All these help to wither away gastritis caused by H. pylori infection. It might not be so helpful if gastritis has happened due to some other reasons, but is the best way to remove it if it is caused by this virus.

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Water, the cheapest remedy:

Water is the cheapest and also one of the best remedies for gastritis. All the intestines that make the food travel smoothly, like to remain lubricated for the smooth flow. Plain water is the optimal beverage that replenishes your body and doesn’t contain any chemicals or sugar. There are some fluids that can be easily tolerated like herbal teas, some fruit juices, vegetable soups, have them along with the water. But don’t mix alcoholic or caffeine drinks with it as these might trigger your gastritis symptoms.

Broccoli:

Broccoli has a nutrient called sulforaphane, which destroys all stomach problems quite effectively. It does its job in removing the H. pylori stigma, which has become resistant to antibiotic drugs. Eating broccoli vegetables every week is recommended by doctors all over the world, even if you have a normal digestive system.

Garlic:

Garlic eating is a sure shot formula to drive away your gastritis troubles. It is anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties in it. Some people are not used to eating garlic in an adequate amount, start eating it in small quantities and keep increase its amount gradually, very soon you will become habitual and will not have any meal without garlic. Some people can’t eat even a small amount of garlic due to its pungent smell, they need to take garlic capsules from a renowned brand. Even these are beneficial too.

Apple Cider Vinegar:

It is a remedy that reduces excessive acid production in the stomach and neutralizes it. It also eradicates the bacteria that cause this infection. If you add a little bit of raw honey to it, it helps in greasing the stomach lining and it starts functioning normally. All you need is a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, the same quantity of honey and a glass of water. Mix all these ingredients and stir well before drinking it. Have it once or twice a day to make your gastritis trouble fade away.

Aloe Vera Juice:

It is extremely beneficial for taking care of your plenty of health troubles, especially those related to your indigestion. It makes your stomach cool down from the heat that you are feeling due to gastritis hazards. It is filled with extremely anti-inflammatory and anti-septic properties that makes the immune system stronger and pulls out all the irritant mess from the stomach and make it smooth. Get 2 teaspoons of fresh Aloe Vera gel and a glass of plain water. Blend it and drink it, once or twice a day depends on your condition.

Coconut Water:

Drink coconut water as much as you can, the more, the merrier. It is such a cool drink with so many anti-inflammatory properties, which prove to be beneficial for your inflamed stomach lining. Before proceeding, better make sure that the coconut water that you are going to drink is not tangy, it might cause the acid reflex. Drink the coconut water in between having meals at least 3, 4 times a day.

Diet in ulcerative colitis

Cabbage Juice:

Cabbage contains an ulcer healing stimulant called vitamin U, which is helpful in throwing out the gastritis trouble out within a few days. This juice also immaculate the intestines and the stomach. Chop the cabbage in small pieces so that it can easily be put into your grinder. Grind it to take out its juice and drink a cup for a single dosage. Drink 3, 4 cups a day to smoothen your gastritis troubles. You can also add s few carrots and celery stalks to your grinder while extracting the juice, making it yummy and more beneficial

Ginger:

Ginger is a root that has many benefits regarding your health. Chop off some slices of ginger, after peeling ginger, and soak them in a glass of water and boil. After boiling stir it very well and strain it. Drink it when it is still hot, meaning sip it, like you do while having the morning tea or hot coffee.

Adjoin & Carom Seeds:

Take a lukewarm glass of water and add some seeds of adjoining & carom to it. Add a little bit of dry ginger powder to it accompanied by a pinch of salt. Stir well and drink this glass for at least 2 to 3 times daily.

Note

There are many other fruits and vegetables that can straighten your stomach dilemma in a natural manner like chewing Basil leaves, Honey, Coconut Oil, Jeera Water (cumin seeds), Kefir, Oatmeal, Cereals, Slippery Elm, and Turmeric, etc.