Routine
dental hygiene such as brushing, flossing and dental checkups are
important for maintaining a healthy mouth, but food and drinks and have a
huge impact on the teeth, gums and bones.
March is National Nutrition Month, a campaign sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics per year. This article is to use it to mark the part that nutrition plays in dental health.Oral health is through the food people eat and the beverages you drink are affected:
March is National Nutrition Month, a campaign sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics per year. This article is to use it to mark the part that nutrition plays in dental health.Oral health is through the food people eat and the beverages you drink are affected:
- A diet loaded with sugar and carbohydrates creates a breeding ground for bacteria in the mouth cavity, which increases the chance of cavities, gingivitis and bad breath.
- Lack of calcium and vitamin D can result in weak or brittle teeth and bones.
- Too many sugary or acidic beverages such as sports drinks, sweet teas and sodas increase tooth decay and can cause enamel erosion.
Another big culprit snacking throughout the day, because people often do not realize that it could harm their dental health. Even if the food itself is healthy, it is to create an environment in your mouth that is conducive for bacteria to grow. Therefore, it is important to brush after eating.
The nutrition campaign encouraging people to "Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day" and create a personal style, healthy diet into account food preferences, lifestyle, health concerns, and cultural and ethnic traditions takes.
Eating a balanced diet to improve your overall health and energy, creating the basis for a good dental health and give you another reason to smile.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans said a healthy diet is predominantly fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products. It also includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs and nuts. The ideal diet for overall health is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt and added sugars.
For people who want to reduce the amount of sugar they eat, make sure you know all of his aliases, because it hides in a lot of foods and drinks. Look at the nutrition label for high fructose corn syrup, molasses, brown sugar, corn sweetener, raw sugar, syrup, honey, fruit juice concentrates and words ending in "ose" such as maltose or sucrose.
Education and prevention go hand in hand for dental healthHealthy Eating and drinking are a part of general dental health but there is not enough without good dental hygiene. With a combination of good nutrition with the American Dental Association guidelines for dental care is the key to healthy teeth, gums and bones. The ADA recommended brushing your teeth at least twice a day, floss or use an interdental cleaner once a day and get professional cleanings and exams twice a year. People should also be screened for oral cancer every year and watch for signs of periodontal disease, an inflammatory disease that attacks the gums in the mouth.
The nutrition campaign encouraging people to "Eat Right, Your Way, Every Day" and create a personal style, healthy diet into account food preferences, lifestyle, health concerns, and cultural and ethnic traditions takes.
Eating a balanced diet to improve your overall health and energy, creating the basis for a good dental health and give you another reason to smile.
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans said a healthy diet is predominantly fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fat-free or low-fat milk and milk products. It also includes lean meats, poultry, fish, beans, eggs and nuts. The ideal diet for overall health is low in saturated fats, trans fats, cholesterol, salt and added sugars.
For people who want to reduce the amount of sugar they eat, make sure you know all of his aliases, because it hides in a lot of foods and drinks. Look at the nutrition label for high fructose corn syrup, molasses, brown sugar, corn sweetener, raw sugar, syrup, honey, fruit juice concentrates and words ending in "ose" such as maltose or sucrose.
Education and prevention go hand in hand for dental healthHealthy Eating and drinking are a part of general dental health but there is not enough without good dental hygiene. With a combination of good nutrition with the American Dental Association guidelines for dental care is the key to healthy teeth, gums and bones. The ADA recommended brushing your teeth at least twice a day, floss or use an interdental cleaner once a day and get professional cleanings and exams twice a year. People should also be screened for oral cancer every year and watch for signs of periodontal disease, an inflammatory disease that attacks the gums in the mouth.
