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The Benefits and Risks of Fluoride in Drinking Water: What You Need to Know
TLDR Fluoride in drinking water and toothpaste can strengthen teeth and prevent cavities, but excessive amounts may disrupt thyroid hormone metabolism. It is important to consider the concentration of fluoride and make an informed decision on whether or not to filter tap water based on personal concerns and financial investment.
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Fluoride in our water can have both benefits and risks, depending on the amount consumed, with clear benefits for tooth strength and cavity prevention but potential dangers if consumed in excess.
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Fluoride is a compound that plays a role in the remineralization of teeth and can help prevent cavities, but there is controversy and lawsuits surrounding the levels of fluoride in drinking water.
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Fluoride is added to drinking water and toothpaste to create super physiologically strong teeth and prevent cavities, although there are alternative methods for maintaining dental health.
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Fluoride is added to drinking water and toothpaste to strengthen teeth, but the potential harm depends on the concentration of fluoride and excessive amounts may disrupt thyroid hormone metabolism.
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To determine the fluoride concentration in your drinking water, you can use websites that provide this information by inputting your city, and it is important to consider the dosage and potential effects of fluoride based on body weight.
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It is suggested to determine the fluoride concentration in your tap water and make a decision on whether or not to filter it based on your level of concern and financial investment.
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Fluoride is designed to strengthen teeth but is also a poison, as demonstrated by a personal story of swallowing fluoride paste during a dental treatment and subsequently vomiting due to its high concentration.
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In the upcoming episode on oral health, the host will discuss various natural ways to strengthen teeth and improve oral health, including reversing early cavities and maintaining a healthy oral microbiome, regardless of one's stance on fluoride.
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