What we eat does make a difference in keeping our teeth and gums strong. We need to eat foods high in calcium and vitamins A, C, and D. Of course we know when we bombard our teeth with sugary, sticky snacks we risk cavities.
Did you know raisins might actually be good for teeth? Researchers at the University of Chicago discovered in lab studies that oleanolic acid, a compound raisins are high in, prevent plaque-causing bacteria from sticking to teeth. Too bad I don't like raisins.
Many people are drinking fruit juice as a healthy alternative to sodas but this is a problem for teeth. Juice is a very concentrated source of sugar. Researchers in Switzerland found that grapefruit and apple juices did slightly more damage to teeth than soda did.
Eat your fruits and vegetables for strong teeth and gums! Researchers in Japan found that people who ate the least amount of fruits and veggies had the fewest teeth at age 74.
Of course we know calcium makes strong bones and teeth. This was a problem for me since I don't like milk and went many years not getting enough calcium. Now I know I can eat my veggies, which I love, and get calcium.
What veggies to eat for calcium?
Turnip Greens - bok choy - curly endive - kale - broccoli - okra - collards
Other calcium rich foods:
Milk - yogurt - ricotta cheese - Parmesan cheese - mackerel w/bones - salmon w/bones - sardines - dried figs - tofu, firm - baked beans - soybeans - chickpeas - white beans - pinto beans.
We also need vitamins D, C and A for a healthy mouth. Vitamin D is important to prevent bone loss and inflammation. Surprise Source of Vitamin D
Your body uses vitamin C to make collagen, a tough protein fiber that keeps the gums strong. Eat fruits like cantaloupe and papaya. Eat the veggies like red and green peppers and brussels sprouts.
Vitamin A is used to form dentin, a layer of bonelike material just beneath the surface of the teeth. Fruits and veggies like apricots and carrots have beta carotene which your body converts into vitamin A.
Did you know raisins might actually be good for teeth? Researchers at the University of Chicago discovered in lab studies that oleanolic acid, a compound raisins are high in, prevent plaque-causing bacteria from sticking to teeth. Too bad I don't like raisins.
Many people are drinking fruit juice as a healthy alternative to sodas but this is a problem for teeth. Juice is a very concentrated source of sugar. Researchers in Switzerland found that grapefruit and apple juices did slightly more damage to teeth than soda did.
Eat your fruits and vegetables for strong teeth and gums! Researchers in Japan found that people who ate the least amount of fruits and veggies had the fewest teeth at age 74.
Of course we know calcium makes strong bones and teeth. This was a problem for me since I don't like milk and went many years not getting enough calcium. Now I know I can eat my veggies, which I love, and get calcium.
What veggies to eat for calcium?
Turnip Greens - bok choy - curly endive - kale - broccoli - okra - collards
Other calcium rich foods:
Milk - yogurt - ricotta cheese - Parmesan cheese - mackerel w/bones - salmon w/bones - sardines - dried figs - tofu, firm - baked beans - soybeans - chickpeas - white beans - pinto beans.
We also need vitamins D, C and A for a healthy mouth. Vitamin D is important to prevent bone loss and inflammation. Surprise Source of Vitamin D
Your body uses vitamin C to make collagen, a tough protein fiber that keeps the gums strong. Eat fruits like cantaloupe and papaya. Eat the veggies like red and green peppers and brussels sprouts.
Vitamin A is used to form dentin, a layer of bonelike material just beneath the surface of the teeth. Fruits and veggies like apricots and carrots have beta carotene which your body converts into vitamin A.
Nothing will replace brushing and flossing - choosing the right foods will help keep your mouth healthy for life.
Resources: The Doctors Book of Food Remedies, Senene Yeager pg.,211-212
Food your miracle medicine, Jean Carper pg., 489-490
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Surprise Source of Vitamin D
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Raisins for teeth? Now THAT I never would have guessed! That's one thing I love about surfing... you never know where you're going or what you are going to learn! :-)
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Shelley
i love everything under calcium rich foods! so i guess that is good!I also love veggies! I have learnt that I have a healthy diet for my teeth which is great because i am completely obsessed with them! However i will try drink less coffee because i know it stains teeth, and i am pretty much addicted to starbucks!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this!
Bianca
I didn't know that raisins can actually help maintain the health of our teeth and gums. Thanks for the info.
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