What you eat and drink can make a big difference in your dental health
Here are some delicious ways to fight cavities, gum disease and whiten your teeth:
- Crunchy fruits and vegetables like apples, celery and green beans have been called “nature’s toothbrush,” because they gently scrub your teeth as you chew
- The tasty fruits strawberries and oranges polish your teeth and brighten your smile.
- Chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes after meals rinses away food debris and helps prevent cavities, according to the ADA.
- Dairy products especially cheese, act as a natural teeth whiteners. High in calcium and lactic acid, these foods also combat dental decay
- Drinking green tea an antioxidant- rich brew helps protect against gum disease, researchers report. Compounds in tea also fight bad breath