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As the candy bowls linger from Halloween and the holiday atrats begin to roll, your teeth are facing a marathon of sugar cravings.
“Halloween involves a lot of candy at the same time,” olga ensz, Dmd, Mph, told fox digital news.
Professor of Community Medicine and director of community outreach at the University of Florida College of Dentistry, Ensz explains the heart of the matter, the problem is not that candy is becoming more dangerous; “It’s just that we’ve consumed it in very large quantities over a short period of time.”
Drinking fast sugar that ignites a burning fire that eats the remaining candy, produces acid that weakens the enamel and colds the arteries.
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Holiday treats can take a toll on your teeth, but there are extra steps beyond brushing that can keep them clean. (Stock)
While brushing and flossing are important, what you eat next can actually help your mouth fight back. Ensz describes the “four delicious foods” for protecting teeth below.
1. Apple as a natural toothbrush “
“Apples increase the surface of your teeth to disrupt plaque while promoting saliva flow. Saliva neutralizes acid and provides minerals to help repair plaque,” the exp explains.
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Their natural fiber acts as a gentle human, while increasing saliva helps wash away the deadly sugar. Think of it as little mouths to clean up after dessert.
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2. Cranberries as a “non-sand” shield
Unpeeled cranberries add more than a festive flavor.
These are ruby red berries that help prevent plaque before it starts. (Stock)
“Unpasteurized cranberries contain polyphenols that have anti-adhesion properties, which means that they interfere with the ability of cavity-causing bacteria to stick to the surface of the tooth,” said the professor.
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Just make sure they’re unsweetened: Look for dried cranberries without added sweeteners or use them fresh in salads.
3. Cheese as a “Triple Threat”
Cheese, it turns out, offers a triple defense.
After something sweet, a bite of cheese helps neutralize the acid attack. (Stock)
“It stimulates saliva, its alkaline properties help to neutralize the acid and raise the volume of the mouth, and it provides a specific dose of calcium and phosphates,” said Ensz, who added that the last things “for the preparation of the enamel.
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A small piece of cheese after a meal can resist the acidity from sweets and strengthen the enamel naturally.
4. Pumpkin as “Komel Builder”
Pumpkin is not just pies, Vitamin A helped it form a solid. (Stock)
“Pumpkin is rich in vitamins A,” Ensz was reported. Vitamin A is an essential nutrient for the cells that make up strong, healthy enamel and make your teeth resistant to acid.
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Besides pie, roasted pumpkin or pureed pumpkin in smoothies can give your smile a boost.
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The key to surviving the candy-heavy months is about balancing your sweet ways with protective measures.
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Enjoy in moderation, and reach for foods that give your teeth a fighting chance.
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These four favorites will both taste great and protect your smile long after that last candy bar is gone.
