It is always a hard thing to make sure your diet is helping out your whole body. Sometimes we simply forget that parts of our mouth actually play a big roll in our overall health. The diet that we eat and drink can have a major roll in that area and can either keep your body more healthy or hurt you over time. I am pretty sure that most of us are not entirely certain of what our diet is doing to our teeth. So even if you are being rather healthy I want to point out a few areas of things that you can avoid in order to better your health. Now, this can be really easy or a bit complicated. But there are some simple staples of things that you shouldn't do and maybe a few things that you should.
It seems obvious to many people but there are a few things that are generally universally known to be bad for your health. You guessed it, sweet sugary drinks are indeed one of them. We all love these and sometimes they even sneak into your diet without you really thinking much about them. The once a week trip to the fast-food location for lunch could be a culprit and the extra refill you get as you are walking out could be a big health hit for your teeth. The extra sugar actually breaks down your tooth enamel. This over time can be a really big issue because they can break down more enamel than you can produce. The big issue later in life is that your mouth stops producing enamel and at some point, you have reached the actual point of no return. That is a sad thing and certainly something that you should be aware of. The drinking of sugary drinks can literally wear away your teeth and cause major tooth erosion over time. So if you are able to cut back on this diet area it is worth doing. There is a great alternative to sugary drinks.
The answer is to substitute them for more water. Water does a great job of helping your health. It truly is a wonderful addition to your diet by drinking the correct amount for your body. Water increases the flow of saliva and the production of it in the mouth. This is the body's natural teeth cleaner and can help move the food away from your teeth and keep your body protecting itself. Now drinking water is complicated for many people due to lack of what feels like style and availability.
One way I have found to drink more water and not sugary drinks are to use a personal water bottle. This could be a plastic BPA free bottle or a stainless steel bottle. I suggest finding one that fits the location you are going to be drinking the most. Usually, this is going to be the place you work or live. At work, I found that I am able to find an appropriate looking bottle that fits my environment. It is not always the case, but generally, if you can drink coffee at work you can find a good cup to fit your location. I hope these tips are able to help you and your dental health.
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