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    Could your TOOTHPASTE give you type 2 diabetes? White colouring used in food, suncream and toi

    Could your TOOTHPASTE give you type 2 diabetes? White colouring used in food, suncream and toiletries could lead to the condition, study finds

    By SAM BLANCHARD FOR MAILONLINE

    PUBLISHED: 09:12 EDT, 21 June 2018 | UPDATED: 09:58 EDT, 21 June 2018

    A common chemical which turns things like food, medicines, toothpastes and paper white could cause type 2 diabetes, a study has found.

    Titanium dioxide is widely used in food and cosmetics for its brilliant white properties, but scientists found it crystallises in the pancreas of diabetics.

    The small study by the University of Texas suggests people without diabetes do not have the chemical in the body, which could point to a groundbreaking link between the condition and everyday objects.

    Titanium dioxide began to be widely used in the mid-1900s to replace toxic lead-based colourings in household items like paint and plastics.

    Scientists say since the 1960s, around four million tonnes of the chemical have been produced each year and, since the 1970s, cases of type 2 diabetes have quadrupled.

    One expert said the use of the white colouring 'could be a factor in the type 2 diabetes epidemic.'

    Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/ar...condition.html
    “The spirits of darkness are now among us. We have to be on guard so that we may realize what is happening when we encounter them and gain a real idea of where they are to be found. The most dangerous thing you can do in the immediate future will be to give yourself up unconsciously to the influences which are definitely present.” ~ Rudolf Steiner



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    Quote Originally Posted by donnay View Post
    Could your TOOTHPASTE give you type 2 diabetes? White colouring used in food, suncream and toiletries could lead to the condition, study finds

    By SAM BLANCHARD FOR MAILONLINE

    PUBLISHED: 09:12 EDT, 21 June 2018 | UPDATED: 09:58 EDT, 21 June 2018

    A common chemical which turns things like food, medicines, toothpastes and paper white could cause type 2 diabetes, a study has found.

    Titanium dioxide is widely used in food and cosmetics for its brilliant white properties, but scientists found it crystallises in the pancreas of diabetics.

    The small study by the University of Texas suggests people without diabetes do not have the chemical in the body, which could point to a groundbreaking link between the condition and everyday objects.

    Titanium dioxide began to be widely used in the mid-1900s to replace toxic lead-based colourings in household items like paint and plastics.

    Scientists say since the 1960s, around four million tonnes of the chemical have been produced each year and, since the 1970s, cases of type 2 diabetes have quadrupled.

    One expert said the use of the white colouring 'could be a factor in the type 2 diabetes epidemic.'

    Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/ar...condition.html
    Wow! A massive study of eleven people! (too small to be able to draw any conclusions from).

    To discover this link researchers studied pancreas specimens from 11 people to look for evidence of titanium dioxide.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zippyjuan View Post
    Wow! A massive study of eleven people! (too small to be able to draw any conclusions from).
    There are other studies--if you want to know, do the research.
    “The spirits of darkness are now among us. We have to be on guard so that we may realize what is happening when we encounter them and gain a real idea of where they are to be found. The most dangerous thing you can do in the immediate future will be to give yourself up unconsciously to the influences which are definitely present.” ~ Rudolf Steiner

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    One reason titanium dioxide is chosen as a whitener is because it is non-reactive. Gold is also "non- reactive"- it won't rust or oxidize or react with other elements. It does not interact with other elements so it stays its natural bright white. The particles in toothpaste are not considered small enough to call "nano-particles".

    Healthy Tom's of Maine toothpaste uses it. They try to avoid potentially harmful ingredients.

    https://www.tomsofmaine.com/our-prom...tanium-dioxide

    What is it?
    Titanium dioxide is a mineral-based white pigment used in a wide variety of products, including toothpaste, other oral care and personal care products.

    What does it do?
    Titanium dioxide can serve several purposes in various oral care products. In some toothpastes, it is used in very small concentrations to make the color of toothpaste white, which for many consumers makes it more pleasing to use.

    How is it made?
    Our Stewardship Model guides us to select ingredients which have been processed in a manner that supports our philosophy of human and environmental health.
    Titanium dioxide is an abundant element in the earth’s crust, occurring in nature as ilmenite ore. The ore undergoes a multi-step purification process where it is liquefied under high heat before being dried and milled to create a white powder material that has been highly purified to be added as a an oral and personal care ingredient.

    What are the alternatives?
    One alternative to using naturally derived titanium dioxide is to use a synthetic dye, which does not meet our Stewardship Model standards for natural, sustainable and responsible. Tom’s of Maine does offer several toothpaste options that do not contain titanium dioxide.

    Is this the right option for me?

    Titanium dioxide has a long history of safe use in the cosmetics and drugs industry for personal and oral care products as a FDA approved colorant1. It is also approved for use in food as a colorant and also in food contact materials. Debate exists around the safety of titanium dioxide nanoparticles particularly when they are airborne. The titanium dioxide we use is not considered to be nano-sized and the ingredient is bound so the particles present are not airborne. Therefore, there is no inhalation risk in using our products that contain this ingredient.
    https://www.theguardian.com/what-is-...our-toothpaste

    Titanium dioxide, whitener

    Titanium dioxide is an intensely white pigment. It has a high refractive index, which means it scatters light to create a very white product. Titanium dioxide is widely used in toothpaste, but often the particles used are not small enough to be defined as nanoparticles.

    Since July 2013, EU cosmetics regulation has demanded that all nanoparticles are labelled on the ingredient list. Despite publishing guidance on assessing safety, there are no formal testing requirements in the legislation.

    A number of popular brands still do not contain nanoparticles. From those we contacted, Oral-B and Boots responded to confirm that their products do not contain nanoparticles, while Colgate states on its website that its products are currently nanoparticle-free.

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    “The spirits of darkness are now among us. We have to be on guard so that we may realize what is happening when we encounter them and gain a real idea of where they are to be found. The most dangerous thing you can do in the immediate future will be to give yourself up unconsciously to the influences which are definitely present.” ~ Rudolf Steiner

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    Quote Originally Posted by enhanced_deficit View Post
    Since couple of years ago, have started using just a tiny dot of paste on tooth brush and it seems to work just fine.
    Once or twice have also wondered if tooth brush could be used without any paste but have not tried it yet.
    You can just use baking soda..

    I use Infowars toothpaste with nano-silver.
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    Quote Originally Posted by enhanced_deficit View Post
    Since couple of years ago, have started using just a tiny dot of paste on tooth brush and it seems to work just fine.
    Once or twice have also wondered if tooth brush could be used without any paste but have not tried it yet.
    I just wrote about this in my blog today:
    You can grind peppermint leaves into a powder, add a little baking soda and Xylitol (below links about Xylitol) in equal parts, and make your own toothpaste powder. It will make your teeth nice and clean and your breath smell fresh.
    https://www.theherbsofthefield.com/2...of-peppermint/
    “The spirits of darkness are now among us. We have to be on guard so that we may realize what is happening when we encounter them and gain a real idea of where they are to be found. The most dangerous thing you can do in the immediate future will be to give yourself up unconsciously to the influences which are definitely present.” ~ Rudolf Steiner

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    About Xylitol: https://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist....cked-up-to-be/

    How Xylitol is Manufactured

    It is true that xylitol is a naturally occurring substance. However, manufactured xylitol is another matter entirely. Food manufacturers produce it using the industrialized process of sugar hydrogenation. In order to hydrogenate anything, a catalyst is needed. In this case, Raney nickel is used which is a powdered nickel-aluminum alloy.

    This poses the risk of heavy metal residue and contamination. Nickel, by the way, is a recognized carcinogen and aluminum is associated with development of dementia. Heavy metals in the body are notoriously difficult to eliminate with frequent use of infrared sauna probably a good idea.

    This alternative sweetener doesn’t seem quite so warm and fuzzy anymore, does it?

    There is currently no literature on any detrimental health effects of consuming hydrogenated sugar. However, food manufactures widely used hydrogenated fats for decades before the very damaging effects to cardiovascular health became widely known!

    Given the violent industrialized process that is required to produce a hydrogenated sugar like xylitol, it would seem wise to avoid it based on the very poor track record of hydrogenated foods in general.

    Most Xylitol Sourced from GMO Corn

    While it is true that xylitol can be derived from the xylan of birch trees, xylan is also found in corn cobs. It is much cheaper to use corn instead of birch bark to derive xylitol and so what do you think manufacturers prefer? Corn of course.

    Therefore, unless the label of a xylitol containing product specifically notes that it is from birch or another nonGMO source, xylitol is very likely from genetically modified corn or possibly GMO sugar beets. This is the same problem as high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) and white sugar from beets, which food manufacturers widely use in sodas and sports drinks.

    You get a dose of GMOs with every sip! More on GMO dangers including sterility and stomach holes at the provided link.

    Xylitol Contributes to Gut Imbalance

    The digestive process does not break down sugar alcohols like food. Rather, xylitol arrives intact into the intestines.

    At that point, a process called “passive diffusion” takes place. This means that the xylitol draws water into the bowels. Only partial breakdown is the end result. The unmetabolized portion ferments providing the perfect environment for undesirable bacteria to thrive and grow.

    It is true that xylitol itself does not feed candida directly like sugar does. As a result, this artificial sweetener is even promoted as a useful part of the Candida Diet. Unfortunately, the fermentation of undigested xylitol in the gut most definitely can exacerbate yeast problems. Don’t be fooled by this argument!

    This is exactly why consuming xylitol can make some folks so gassy and even trigger cramping and diarrhea. Gut pathogens having a heyday in your intestines give off a lot of smelly toxins!

    Other Little Known Problems with Xylitol

    Xylitol can contribute to acid reflux problems. As a result, those who have issues in this area should avoid it for that reason alone. Chronic acid reflux is a serious problem that can lead to cancer of the esophagus and larynx.

    In addition, those who suffer from seizures of any kind should stay away from this alternative sweetener as it can increase the frequency of epileptic attacks.

    Xylitol in Two Pieces of Gum Can Kill a Rat

    According to lab tests, approximately 1.65 grams of xylitol kills a 100 gram rat half the time.

    Two little pieces of xylitol gum contain about .7 – 1 gram. This is probably enough to meet the definition of rat poison.
    More at link.
    Last edited by Zippyjuan; 06-23-2018 at 10:51 PM.



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