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Nano-Hydroxyapatite and Toothpaste

Nano-Hydroxyapatite in Toothpaste


What is Nano-Hydroxyapatite?

Nano-Hydroxyapatite (Nano-HAp)  is a synthetic version of the naturally occurring mineral hydroxyapatite, which makes up about 97% of your tooth enamel.  It’s biocompatible and meant to mimic the natural minerals in your teeth, making it an ideal ingredient for remineralizing your teeth.

 

Does Nano-Hydroxyapatite Cross the Blood Brain Barrier?

A most common concern is that Nano-HAp can cross the blood-brain barrier causing harm.  New research shows that Nano-HAp does not cross the blood-brain barrier.  Research shows it does not cross the epithelial barrier, does not get in your bloodstream, let alone the blood-brain barrier.  https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33683238/

 

Why Nano-Hydroxyapatite is Safe for the Entire Body

When you swallow Nano-HAp it dissolves in your stomach’s acidic environment breaking down into calcium and phosphate- both essential minerals your body needs for various metabolic functions.  Even if Nano-HAp did get into your bloodstream or cross the blood-brain barrier it would still break down into calcium and phosphate, which are vital for every cell in your body, including brain cells.

 

Bottom Line

Nano-Hydroxyapatite is a safe, scientifically-backed alternative to fluoride.  Thanks to its inability to cross the blood-brain barrier and its complete breakdown in the stomach, Nano-HAp is a much safer alternative to fluoride, which does cross the blood-brain barrier and has profound effects on the development of the brain.