"Eat to live, don't live to eat," I've been told a few times. While I do my better to watch what goes on my plate and eventually into my mouth, I don't constantly think about the effect of certain foods on the dental health of mine.
Thinking about it now, I find it odd, given just how we eat. As kids, the risks of eating too much sugar are drilled into the heads of ours, and we're warned going easy on chewing gum (as well as not to swallow it). School posters of meals pyramids tout which food items benefit which parts of the human body, but exactly what can we eat that also increases healthy, powerful teeth?
The next time you hit the grocery to be able to restock the pantry, pay attention to nutrition labels, and think about adding a couple of dental-friendly snacks to your cart.
click here are a few ways to whet the appetite of yours.
One) Cheese and dairy. In case you're tolerant of lactose, consider adding milk, mild cheeses, and some yogurt to the menu. Foods full of calcium are thought to help tooth power and brightness.
2) Lean proteins and nuts. The phosphorus found in certain protein-rich foods can prove useful in restoring minerals to your teeth, and in turn protecting the enamel.
Three) Low-acidic fruits. An apple a day keeps the doctor away, and one may argue a lot of apples help during dental visits. The crunchiness of the berry can help work your teeth as you chew, and the water content functions as a buffer that helps to protect your teeth from acid.
Four) Water. You should be drinking a minimum of eight glasses of water daily, regardless. Drinking water hydrates the body and it is probably the best liquid to consume for
maintaining good teeth. If you like soda, coffee, and tea, however, try to restrict the intake and don't look ridiculous about bringing a toothbrush to work to be used after lunch.
What about Sweeteners?
You could ask, how about diet soft drinks as well as pink packets for coffee and tea?
Technically they are not sugar, but are artificial sweeteners as bad or worse for the teeth of yours? You may want to consult with the dentist of yours about whether or not
sugar substitutes are as detrimental to enamel. Some non sugar sweets may contain honey, stevia, agave, or other ingredients that may not sit well with you health-wise, so it's wise to check.