Food to avoid for your healthy teeth!!

Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness. Some of you might be conscious about your diet and how it affects your health, but do you know some of those things you eat on a regular basis might not be good for your teeth. Are you curious to know about how certain foods affect your teeth, and what are the foods/drinks that you can avoid for healthy teeth? 

Here are 10 food items to avoid for a healthy teeth:

1.   Sugary Sweets, candies, sticky food:

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     As kids most of us are told to avoid chocolates, sweets / sticky food to prevent tooth decay. Candy and sticky food stay in our mouth for a long time if not brushed properly. Also, they can be at sites where it is difficult for the brush to reach. Hence, it is advised to have sugary sweets/ candies during meals and to brush and rinse immediately after consuming.

2.   Apple Cider Vinegar:

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     Generally used as a detoxifying drink but it affects the teeth, wearing away the outer portion of the teeth. Remember to rinse your mouth after drinking it

3. Tea/ coffee:

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     Most of us can’t imagine our day without a cup of tea/ coffee! But frequent use causes staining over a period of time which can be removed only by professional cleaning. To minimize stain on your teeth you can either use a straw or drink a lot of water after drinking tea/coffee. This can help you with the dry feeling in your mouth too. 

4. Soda / sports drink:

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     Energy drinks/ sports drinks contain a huge amount of sugar and most carbonated drinks are acidic. It might give you energy during your activities but is bad for your teeth. Switch from a sports drink to water today!

5. Peanut butter / jam:

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       They stick to the tooth and don’t get cleaned right away, also they are loaded with sugar which encourages growth of bacteria in the mouth causing tooth decay.

6. Citrus fruits:

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Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemon can be harmful to your teeth. Citrus food contains vitamin C which is essential for your overall health and shouldn’t be excluded from your diet. If you consume them in excess they can lead to cavities and sometimes the feeling of sensitivity.

7. Dry fruits:

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Its true dry fruits have essential nutrients but some of them like raisins or dried berries stick to the tooth surface and are acidic in nature, not a good combination for your teeth.

8. Ice:

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Chewing on ice can damage your teeth, you can develop cracks and also sensitivity. It can also damage your gums. You can use ice in your beverages.

9. Potato chips:

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No matter how satisfying eating a packet of crunchy chips is, they are harmful for your teeth. It's difficult to wash away and contains starch which produces an acidic environment in the mouth. Always remember to floss after eating potato chips.

10. Pickles:

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Acidic in nature as it contains vinegar and sometimes sugar causing decay or wearing away of the teeth.

Are the above mentioned foods part of your daily routine?

 Don’t be disappointed you can still have them in moderation and rinse your mouth with water after. Take care of your teeth by brushing and flossing right away, visiting your dentist every 6 months for routine check-ups.

Also remember to adjust your diet and make your teeth healthy.

Whatever you eat, matter to your teeth matters!

  

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