Bush Hygiene (Sweetgum Toothbrush)

It is important to keep good hygiene anytime you are in nature. It can easily be forgotten as we get out of our daily routines. Here is a quick way to keep your teeth clean.

[@tm13tube]

I watched my grandmother walk off into the woods to get sweetgum twigs for toothbrushes.

[@kristianaperic285]

Hello! thank you for this helpful video! Did you find these natural bristles falling off easily into your mouth? I used other natural toothbrushes and found that issue, are these bristles pretty strong and flexible, but still gentle enough for the teeth?

[@scoutingfreegermany]

Well done! Didn't know that you can take pine or cedar too! Cheers, Marc

[@Rambooutfitters]

Scouting Free Yea both work just as well. Thanks Marc

[@tm13tube]

My aunt used pine sap to get rid of a rash. The doctor had been getting her to try prescriptions. She got tired of trying his modern ways and used pine sap. The doctor was surprised to see her skin was healthy and healed. Her grandfather was called doc because he knew the old remedies. People would show up with chickens or things from the garden, etc and a sick family member.needing healing.

[@campfiretrickery]

i'm never buying a toothbrush again .

[@Rambooutfitters]

+campfiretrickery Haha thats right. A little sweetgum is all you need.

[@nbansal]

Awesome video. Just a small question. Is it ok if I chew on it and some of the liquids go into my mouth. I don't mind the taste just want to make sure it is not harmful/dangerous or anything. Back in my place, we use Babool twigs and chew on them and kind of floss our teeth with the liquid/fluid. I have personally observed that it gives great results.

[@MrZippoHead13468]

you look good in this video. There was 2 twins at my school one of them was an Army cadet the other one died from a truck on his motor bike you look like them.

[@duxdawg]

How often does this lead to splinters in your gums? I've used baking soda or salt on my finger when I forgot my toothbrush on a long through hike. Seems a lot safer.

[@Rambooutfitters]

+duxdawg Baking soda works great and is what I carry on long camp outs. This is how you make a brush when you don't have one. And to be honest no I don't usually get splinters. The small branches of the sweet gum create a soft bristle.

[@GatorLife57]

Wado my brother for sharing. What happened to your cool old intro. I liked it. Stay strong with CREATOR and don't compromise your faith. Take care.

[@eipi5173]

taking a break? hope to see ya soon!

[@Rambooutfitters]

+Ei Pi Sorry my friend I have been very busy lately. Vacation, new home and building projects, and working on the school. Curriculum is written, website is ready and finishing up the rest which is all good news I will talk about soon. I love that you asked this today because I am currently editing one now. I'll have it up soon. Glad to hear from you.

[@eipi5173]

+Rambooutfitters great !!

[@aarontravels8589]

Hey Tyler! Do you have contact info? Do you let people come with you, and can I learn from you? I live in Tampa Bay area Florida and I'm interested in what you are doing and doing a seminar type class?

[@MrandMissConverted]

What is the scientific name of this plant please?

[@Rambooutfitters]

Liquidambar styraciflua