You are what you eat they say and the core is in your teeth. Many drinks and food can cause plaque, and plaque is bacteria ridden film that contributes to decay of the teeth. When the enamel breaks down, cavities develop. What can you do to prevent this horrible aspect of ruining your teeth? Well one aspect to conquer this aspect is to watch what you eat. There are so many horrible and bad foods for your teeth. Here is a list of the 8 worst foods for your teeth, even if you brush your teeth 3 times a day.
Sour Candies
Of course candy is bad but sour candies contain high levels of acids that are very tough on your teeth. The part of them being chewy is also another aspect of them being bad on your teeth. Sticky candy can stick to your teeth which can stay left behind and cause decay. If you want some sweet candy, have chocolate as chocolate is good for your teeth.
Bread
We all love that warm french bread and carbs are so yummy!!! When you chew bread, your spit turns the starch into sugar. That gummy like paste substance ends up sticking into the cracks of your teeth and that can lead to tooth decay. If you want some bread maybe have some whole wheat bread as it has less starch.
Alcohol
If you did not know but alcohol is not healthy… but what’s bad regarding your teeth is that it drys your mouth out. A dry mouth lacks saliva, and saliva is such a key factor in keeping your teeth healthy. Saliva makes it so food can not stick your teeth. It also helps repair decay and gum disease. Drink plenty of water and use fluoride washes.
Citrus Fruits
Oranges, grapefruits, and lemons are tasty as both fruits and juices, and are packed with vitamin C. But their acid content can erode enamel, making teeth more vulnerable to decay. Even squeezing a lemon or lime into water adds acid to a drink.
Here are other foods that are very bad for you as well…
- Dried Fruits
- Potato Chips
- Ice Cubes
- Soda