The principles of natural healing apply to bruxism as much as they do to any other condition or complaint. The body, mind, heart and spirit need to be brought into balance to relieve this condition.

                Stress, allergies and nutrient deficiences are often the cause of tooth-grinding. Blood sugar levels are often involved. Certainly, there is tension and anxiety being released through tooth grinding. Sometimes anger.  I would make the following recommendations:

·         Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, plus legumes, raw nuts and seeds, white turkey or chicken, broiled fish and whole grains. Keep starch/carbs and sweets to a minimum. Hypoglycemia, related to low adrenal function, is often the cause of bruxism.

Avoid alcohol.

·         Enjoy reflexology on a weekly basis to reduce stress and bring about full body/mind/spirit relaxation and renewal. Also, reflexology will reveal imbalance in various organs, such as adrenals, and help promote a return to health.

·         Herbs would be recommended as needed. Borage, for example, is excellent for adrenal glands. Herbs also have many minerals as well as other nutrients if there are other deficiencies at play in this condition. Dandelion is an excellent support to kidneys and liver (affected by fear, anger, stress) and also replenishes potassium- often low in people with bruxism.

·         Relieving tension in the jaw and face will often help, too. I use various reflex/acupressure points on the face to release tension and discomfort.  

It’s important to recognize that bruxism indicates more physical, mental and emotional imbalance than you might expect. Finding answers to bruxism will find you leading a much healthier, relaxed and joyful life.

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