Support Healthy Teeth with These Healthy Foods

You may have heard the saying that you are what you eat before. If you delve into the science behind that statement, it’s more true than you might think. What we eat has a significant impact on virtually every aspect of your life, including the health of your teeth. So what foods should you be eating for healthy teeth?

Crunchy Vegetables

Vegetables provide a variety of nutrients that your body needs to stay healthy. They do more than just that though. Crunchy vegetables in particular can be very beneficial for promoting the health of your teeth. Carrots, celery, and raw onions are good examples of vegetables that can do this. They are something of a double threat in the oral health department. First, the nutrients they offer help support strong teeth. Second, because they are somewhat abrasive due to their crunchy nature, they can act as a natural toothbrush to brush away plaque and food that may be left behind on your teeth. That doesn’t mean you should skip brushing your teeth, but they can help you keep your teeth cleaner between brushings.

Fibrous Fruits

Like crunchy vegetables, fibrous fruits help clean your teeth and provide nutrients that help strengthen and protect them. Apples, kiwis, and strawberries are a few options that are particularly beneficial. When you eat these fruits, you stimulate saliva production. This helps moisturize the mouth and wash away substances that could otherwise damage your teeth. Their fibrous nature provides some cleansing benefits, and the calcium in kiwi and vitamin C in strawberries helps protect the health of your enamel and gums, respectively.

Calcium-Rich Dairy

Dairy is a good source of calcium, which is an essential mineral for healthy teeth. Cheeses and milk offer calcium and phosphate, while plain yogurt provides calcium and casein. These nutrients help protect and remineralize your enamel. Cheese can also help stimulate saliva production. This helps balance the pH levels in your mouth, reducing the presence of acids that could otherwise eat away at your teeth.

Healthy teeth require the right building blocks in the form of nutrients in order to stay healthy. Crunchy veggies, fibrous fruits, and calcium-rich dairy are some of the most beneficial foods you can eat to promote healthy teeth. They also help promote better overall health, so find some fun ways to include them in your diet on a regular basis.

A healthy diet gives your child a good foundation for oral health. Check out our Smile-Worthy Services to see how we can help you take their oral health to the next level.