Published 14:20 IST, November 15th 2019
Dental health: Here are some of the best food items to include in your diet
Dental health is one of the most essential aspects of our body's overall healthy state. Here are some of the best food items you should include in your diet
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Dental health is often considered to be one of most essential aspects of overall well-being of a person. A healthy set of teeth and gums is beneficial in long run. People often believe that brushing ir teeth two times a day is eugh for maintaining dental hygiene, but that alone is t eugh. It also boils down to kind of diet people consume on a daily basis which can have a detrimental impact on dental health. Here are some of best food items for maintaining strong dental health.
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1. Almonds
One of best food items you can d in your diet is almonds. Almonds are extremely great for your teeth because y are a good source of calcium and protein. While being blessed with abundant sources of calcium and proteins, y are also low in sugar. In your daily diet, make sure to carry a small box of almonds in your lunch bag and you can enjoy a quarter cup of almonds with your lunch. Besides lunch, you can d almonds to your cereal during breakfast.
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2. Apples
Apples are considered to be one of healthiest fruits and y should be included in your daily diet. Even though food items rich in sugar can wreak havoc with your dental health, apples are recommended by doctors because y are rich in fibre and water. fibre present in fruit helps to strengn your gums. You can always carry an apple with you or carry a pack of sliced apples that can be eaten after lunch.
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3. Carrots
often believed fact that carrots are great for our eyes ultimately turned out to be a myth, but carrots are great for your dental health. Just like apples, carrots are also blessed with fibre. Besides fibre, carrots are also a great source of vitamin A. Always try to eat raw carrots because y increase saliva production in your mouth. This keeps cavities at bay.
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11:30 IST, November 15th 2019