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5. They Help Keep You Balanced
Your bones help regulate calcium levels in the bloodstream. This delicate mineral
balance affects your muscles, brain, heart rhythm, and hormonal function. Your
bones are in constant communication with the rest of your body — like wise elders
keeping harmony.

6. And Yes — Your Teeth Are Bones, Too
Your teeth are among the hardest and most durable bones in your body, yet they
are often treated separately from the rest of your skeletal system. But in truth,
they are an integral part of your bone health, both physically and energetically.

Teeth are made up of enamel, dentin, and a soft inner pulp, rooted in the jawbone.
They rely on healthy gums, adequate minerals (like calcium, phosphorus, and
magnesium), and a clean oral microbiome to stay strong and disease-free. Issues
like gum disease and tooth decay don't just affect your mouth, they can lead to
inflammation that travels through the bloodstream, impacting cardiovascular,
kidney, and brain health.

From a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) perspective, each tooth is energetically
linked to a different organ system. This connection is believed to run through the
body's meridian system, suggesting that decay, sensitivity, or infection in a specific
tooth may reflect an imbalance in the corresponding organ.

For example:
Upper and lower incisors connect to the kidneys and bladder.
Canines link to the liver and gallbladder.
Premolars are connected to the lungs and large intestine.
Molars correspond to the stomach and spleen.

If you're experiencing persistent issues in a particular tooth or region of the mouth,
it may be worth exploring whether the related organ system is also under stress.
Likewise, chronic digestive or hormonal issues can manifest as oral imbalances
long before symptoms appear elsewhere.

Supporting dental health holistically involves:
Regular brushing with natural, mineral-based toothpaste.
Oil pulling with coconut or sesame oil to cleanse and nourish the oral tissues.

Using herbal rinses or mouthwashes (like clove, neem, or myrrh).
Limiting refined sugar and acidic foods.
Consuming minerals through leafy greens, sea vegetables, and bone broths.
And of course, mindful chewing, breathing through the nose, and staying hydrated
all support strong teeth and a healthy jaw.

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