Did you know that there are foods that can help promote oral health?
We all try to make healthy choices when it comes to what we eat and drink. This means grabbing a bottle of water instead of a soda, preparing a salad instead of a bag of chips, and many other choices. Did you know that there are foods that can help promote oral health?
Cheese
Just like Mom always said, drinking milk can help you build strong bones, and it helps your teeth too! Dairy foods such as yogurt, milk, and cheese contain lactic acid and are high in calcium. These things are both very beneficial to your teeth! As a side benefit, when you chew on the cheese it increases your saliva production. The extra saliva helps to loosen food particles that may otherwise stay stuck between your teeth.
Celery
Not only is celery high in nutrients and low in calories, munching on this crunchy veggie can actually help to keep your teeth and gums healthy! Afterward, make sure you floss because celery contains fibers that can get stuck in between your teeth and cause discomfort.
Cauliflower
Cauliflower is another crunchy veggie that takes some time to chew. That extra chewing time encourages your mouth to produce more saliva. Saliva is a natural way to help keep your pearly-whites white!
Apples
As the old saying goes, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. An apple can not only keep your body well, but apples are also great for your teeth! There’s lots of chewing required to munch this crunchy fruit, so it kind of becomes “nature’s toothbrush”. If apples aren’t really your thing, you can achieve a similar effect with some carrots.
Strawberries
Strawberries may seem like an odd teeth whitener, due to their dark red color. Actually, strawberries contain an enzyme called malic acid. This can help make your teeth whiter!
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