Fix Your Mouth to Fix Your Body: Oral Health Hacks (Tongue Exercises & Scraping, Oil Pulling, Mouth Taping, & Breathwork) Dr. Namrata Patel @ SF Green Dentistry
Think oral health is just about cavities? Think again.
Dr. Namrata Patel breaks down how your mouth influences digestion, sleep, & even hormone balance. Get expert insights on holistic dentistry, the dangers of mouth breathing, & how small daily habits can transform your health from the inside out on today’s episode on 'Holistic Oral Health Care'
Meet our guestDr. Nammy Patel, DDS, is a holistic dentist dedicated to patient health & environmentally conscious dentistry. Born in India & raised in the U.S., she founded Green Dentistry in 2005, San Francisco’s first eco-friendly dental practice. Her LEED-certified office uses safe materials, energy-efficient systems, & sustainable practices to minimize environmental impact.
A graduate of USC’s School of Dentistry, Dr. Nammy turned down conventional roles to create a practice that prioritizes both health & sustainability. She is also the author of Age With Style & is developing a nonprofit to promote greener dentistry in India
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- Diagnose diseases like heart attack & diabetes by examining the mouth, according to Ayurvedic practices
- Mouth breathing leads to sleep apnea & other health issues, while nasal breathing produces beneficial nitric oxide
- Breathing through the nose aids in converting oxygen to nitric oxide, improving bodily functions & hormone regulation
- Using mouth tape reduces mouth breathing & improves sleep quality
- Simple exercises like sticking your tongue out while driving improves tongue health
- Using coconut oil in the mouth detoxes the body by binding toxins
- A Waterpik is favored over traditional floss for oral care & works well with hydrogen peroxide or ozonated water
- The tongue's position impacts breathing & health, with regular exercises maintaining its function
6:22 Oral Health & Its Connection to Systemic Health
11:22 Tongue Position & Peak Performance
13:36 DIY Oral Health Practices & Breathing Exercises
26:07 Oil Pulling & Mouthwashing Techniques
Links- Watch it on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VnjOQrlB3-g
- Full episode show notes: mindbodypeak.com/200
