Use 3% Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide as Your Mouthwash

Hydrogen Peroxide Uses Mentioned

The presenter describes hydrogen peroxide as a household disinfectant and mouth rinse, saying it works by oxidizing microbes and damaging their cell walls.

• Cuts: He suggests applying hydrogen peroxide to clean a cut and notes that it may bubble.
• Mouth rinse: He recommends mixing 1 tablespoon (15 g) of 3% hydrogen peroxide with 4 tablespoons (60 g) of water. He suggests swishing or gargling for about 30 seconds, then spitting it out. He says this may cleanse the mouth and help with a sore throat.
• Produce: He suggests soaking vegetables for a few minutes in a mixture of ½ cup hydrogen peroxide and 2 cups water, then rinsing them.
• Laundry: He mentions hydrogen peroxide as a way to remove clothing stains.

Caution: These are the presenter’s suggestions, not medical guidance. Do not swallow hydrogen peroxide. Follow the product label, and consult a dental or medical professional before using it in your mouth or on wounds.

Presenter: Dr. Eric Berg, DC Source: Video subtitles