Everything carries either a positive or negative charge. Plaque has a negative charge, while our teeth have a positive charge, which is why it’s so hard to remove. Manual and electronic toothbrushes inefficiently rely on friction to remove plaque. DrTung’s Ionic Toothbrush, however, makes the teeth let go of plaque, like turning off a magnet. For […]
Fall Equinox: Simple Ayurvedic Fall Detox
And just like that, summer has come to an end. Today marks the Fall Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, a day where the amount of light equals the amount of darkness (i.e. 12 hours each). An “equinox” is a “geometrical alignment between the sun and the Earth in which the Sun appears positioned right above […]
What is Ayurveda? A Brief Overview
For 5,000 years Ayurveda has prevailed as a timeless system of natural healing that originated in the Vedic culture of India. Although its history spans this far back, it has withstood the test of time, through many cultures, and is recently experiencing a resurgence in popularity, even in the Western world. According to Ayurvedic Healing, […]
Wal-Mart to Ban 8 Chemicals in Household and Personal Care Products
Just as it’s critical to be a conscious consumer as you note what food products you’re buying and what’s in those products, the same case rests with household and personal care goods. While conscious consumerism should be encouraged anywhere globally, in the US it’s particularly important: for example, the EU has banned more than 1,300 chemicals from […]
Keep Flossing: It Isn’t If You Should Floss, It’s How You Floss
Recently, the Associated Press reported that due to lack of research, flossing isn’t necessary and therefore had been removed from federal government dietary guidelines as of last year. However, a lack of research does not equate to the effectiveness of flossing. Flossing is difficult to study per federal regulations as they require evidence be obtained via […]
Natural Child World Eco Excellence Finalist – Kids Snap-On Sanitizer
We’re pleased to announce that DrTung’s Kids Snap-On Toothbrush Sanitizer has been announced amongst thousands of entries as a Natural Child World Eco Excellence Finalist for 2016! Regarded as one of the biggest Media Awards, the Eco-Excellence are the only ones to recognize excellence in the world of sustainability and social responsibility. Natural Child World Magazine […]
Summer Feature: DrTung’s Health Products for Hiking and Camping
It’s summertime, meaning there’s plenty of exciting excursions in store. With sunshine and warm temperatures, adventure awaits outside your door. Despite being away from home, it’s just as easy to keep up with your daily health habits with help of the right products. Having your favorite health products for hiking and camping will aid in […]
DrTung’s makes Coconut Oil Pulling Easier, and Faster!
Oil pulling is the practice of swishing or ‘pulling’ oil in your mouth for a period of time in order to pull toxins from the body. While it has recently regained popularity through celebrities and social media, it is actually an ancient Ayurvedic daily practice that has been used for thousands of years. Sesame oil […]
Natural Toothbrush Sanitizer is Sustainable & Convenient!
Toothbrushes harbor a host of harmful bacteria that can re-infect your mouth when you brush. Every time a toilet is flushed, sprays are used, someone sneezes, your toothbrush is thus exposed to these airborne particles. The DrTung’s Snap-On Toothbrush Sanitizer fights bacteria naturally as it releases all-natural, anti-bacterial essential oil dry vapors to kill germs and safely […]
History of Amalgam Mercury Fillings
Dental fillings are used to repair a tooth that has suffered from tooth decay and help restore its original form. Dental amalgam is a primitive filling material consisting of about 50% liquid (elemental) mercury. So how is it that this toxic substance has ended up in our mouths? Early French dentists discovered that mixing silver with […]