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Foods That Double as Natural Tooth Whiteners SNACK YOUR WAY TO A BRIGHTER SMILE
Crunchy Fruits and Veggies You’re in luck if you like a little crunch with your snacks. Foods like apples, celery, and carrots give your gums a workout and strengthen them. They also act like a toothbrush, scrubbing away plaque and bacteria to reveal whiter teeth. These veggies and fruits contain healthy vitamins and minerals, which help with overall oral health and the appearance of your teeth. Cauliflower Food that requires a lot of chewing can be great for your chompers because the motion increases saliva production. Saliva acts as a natural cleanser and whitener for your teeth. Raw cauliflower is a perfect example of a veggie that prompts saliva production and contains a high amount of water to wash away food gunk from the surface of the teeth.
Kiwis Kiwis are loaded
Are you looking for a reason to smile? The path to sparkling pearly whites might be as close as your refrigerator! What you eat can significantly impact how white your teeth are — if you choose the correct snacks, your taste buds and teeth will thank you. From carrots to apples, here’s the scoop on the best foods to keep your smile bright. Strawberries Strawberries have more in common with your toothpaste than you may realize. These berries contain a high concentration of malic acid, often found in certain variations of toothpaste. This acid is a natural astringent and can aid in removing stains and whitening your teeth. Strawberries also contain vitamin C, which can help eliminate plaque. Ergo, fewer plaque and stains on your pearly whites will produce a brighter, shinier smile.
with vitamin C. Diets deficient in vitamin
C can cause the critical collagen in your gums to
erode, increasing your risk of periodontal disease, which can
affect the overall color of your teeth. Kiwis also contain citric acid, which can dissolve stains on your teeth and improve their appearance. According to the old maxim, an apple a day keeps the doctor away, and it turns out it will also keep your dentist happy! So, the next time you stock your kitchen, remember that what’s on your plate could also whiten your smile!
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