Foods to Avoid – Foods to Enjoy

While there are many foods that should be obviously avoided such as sugary and fatty ones, there are also other dietary considerations people can take into account.

Drink lots of water
Bottled water may seem a healthy way to go and there’s no arguing that drinking water in general is better than other popular beverages, but most bottled water does not have enough decay-preventing fluoride and some have none at all. If bottled water is the only way someone gets their hydration, they may want to consider using tap water in other ways such as juice mixes and powdered drinks.

Avoid sugary and carbonated beverages
Drinking carbonated beverages, whether they are sugar-free or not, can also cause tooth decay because they contain phosphoric and citrus acid. Limiting soft drink consumption and snacking on other nutritious foods can improve overall dental health.

Drinking juice is also another health conscious way of remaining hydrated and getting necessary nutrients in the process however, many juices have citric acid and sugar, which can actually promote tooth decay. Cranberry juice, on the other hand is known to kill bacteria that cause cavities and gum disease.

Low or no carb diets
Low and no-carbohydrate foods then a person should be aware they may have an increase in bad breath or halitosis. Chemicals released when the body burns extra fat can cause bad breath. The American Dental Association suggests using a motorized toothbrush, brushing the tongue, and seeing a dentist for a professional cleaning. Bad breath can also be curbed by chewing on parsley.

Say cheese!
Eating cheese as a snack can also fight cavities by stimulating saliva production, which breaks down starches and sugars and neutralizes harmful acids. Calcium and phosphorous in the cheese also aid in rebuilding tooth enamel.

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