How to Make Probiotic Toothpaste
Total Time
2 mins
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp. coconut oil
- 1-2 Tbsp. bentonite clay
- 1 capsule organic probiotics
- 1 capsule FOS (fructooligosaccharides) or other inulin-type prebiotic
- Up to 1/2 Tbsp. xylitol powder optional
- Up to 10 drops peppermint essential oil or other essential oil
Instructions
-
Place coconut oil container in bowl of hot water to liquify contents. Note: Depending on the temperature of the room, this may take up to 15 minutes.
-
In another small bowl, combine all ingredients (including liquified coconut oil). Tip: To open capsules, use fingertips to gently pull and twist open over the bowl. Dump powder into bowl.
-
Stir until completely blended. Mixture will be a bit runny, but it will set as it cools.
-
Scoop paste into small glass jar and cover with lid. Store at room temperature.
Recipe Notes
- Adding more clay helps keep your paste firmer in warm weather; adding less clay makes it less firm, which makes dispensing it easier in the winter if your house is cool.
- Probiotics are living beneficial bacteria; for this recipe, pick one that can be stored at room temperature.
- Prebiotics are natural fiber compounds that boost the activity of probiotic bacteria.
- Bentonite clay tastes, well, mild and clay-like. It isn’t unpleasant, but adding xylitol makes the paste sweeter, which kids may find more acceptable.
- Pleasantly-flavored essential oils help make the paste more palatable and leave a nice aftertaste.
- Order the ingredients you need to make this probiotic toothpaste at Vitacost.com!
