Best Foods For Your Dental Health

While it’s common knowledge that some foods are better than others for your dental health, few people realize that certain everyday staples are actually good for your teeth.

Try incorporating the following items into your diet for healthier, stronger teeth:

• Cheese and milk
  Cheese is rich in calcium, which helps strengthen enamel and prevent tooth erosion. Since cheese and milk also have a higher pH, they can help protect your teeth against acidic foods that contribute to cavities.
• Nuts and grains
  Nuts and grains are full of protein and lipids, which do not cause cavities and can even help neutralize the acidity of sweet foods if eaten immediately afterward. Cashews in particular are known to work against the bacteria responsible for cavities. If you’re eating a mix of nuts and dried fruits, remember to finish with the nuts rather than the fruit.
• Cranberries
  Research has found that the polyphenols (antioxidants) found in cranberries may benefit dental health. These antioxidants can help inhibit acid production that harms teeth, as well as reduce the formation of bacterial biofilm linked to cavities. Cranberries may also help protect against periodontal disease. Source
• Crunchy fruits and vegetables
  Crunchy foods like apples, carrots, and celery don’t just stimulate saliva production—they can also help remove debris stuck to your teeth.
• Raw onions
  They won’t do wonders for your breath, but raw onions have powerful antibacterial properties that may support oral health. Just don’t forget to brush your teeth after your meal.
• Sugarless gum
  Chewing gum stimulates saliva production, which helps protect teeth from cavities by naturally “washing” the teeth.
• Water
  On top of its many health benefits, water helps keep your mouth hydrated by supporting your salivary glands.

Next time you’re looking for a healthy snack, consider these options to help support good oral hygiene. And of course, don’t forget to brush your teeth and floss regularly.