(MENAFN- PRLog) Gums are very important for your oral health, so you should consider them if you have an unhealthy diet. If you change a few of your eating habits, then you will be able to enjoy your gums staying healthy. Foods that are beneficial for your gums will be foods that contain calcium and phosphorus (think minerals to strengthen your bones aka teeth), vitamin D, vitamin C, and a high amount of water. Below you will find some specific examples of foods that fit this description.
Onions
Onions are strong enough not only to make you cry but to fight against the bacterial properties in your mouth, such as bacteria that can cause disease in your gums. Keep in mind that these benefits are mostly obtained when the onion is eaten raw. Try finding ways to slip a slice or two in on top of a salad or as an uncooked side to your burger.
Leafy Greens
This is probably not a surprise if you grew up in a home where your mother encouraged you to eat leafy greens every day. There's a reason mothers do that. These vegetables contain calcium, which was listed above as something you should look for, and folic acid, which has not been explained before. Folic acid can be useful for repairing and growing new cells. This acid also helps red blood cells regulate your metabolism. Last of all, folic acid is good for protecting your mouth against contracting diseases. For these reasons, leafy greens can have a big impact on whether or not your mouth remains healthy.
Green Tea
Green tea contains polyphenols which helps get rid of oral bacteria and other negative elements that could be lurking in your mouth. Also, this tea contains a small amount of fluoride, which is good for your teeth. Drinking this tea without sugar will give you more benefits.
Peppers and Citrus Fruits
Remember that you want to eat foods that have a high amount of Vitamin C. Foods that have that would be oranges, pineapple, and kiwi. You can eat these alone or mixed into another food. Peppers surprisingly also hold a large amount of vitamin C.
Shiitake Mushrooms
This type of mushroom can help your mouth if you already have plaque. It contains a natural sugar, lentinan that fights against the plaque and can actually remove it from your teeth. You can put these mushrooms on top of a burger or with a vegetable side. There are many different ways to involve this mushroom in your diet.
Crunchy Foods
Remember that you are looking for foods that are crunchy with high water content. These foods have a lot of fiber, and they are filled with nutrients, vitamins, and minerals that your teeth need. Some examples are carrots, apples, and celery. Eating them raw every once in a while will keep your teeth healthy.
Milk Products
Milk products have a high amount of calcium which is good to help keep your teeth strong. The probiotics that are contained in yogurt work against the spread of cavities and oral gum disease. Try to have a minimum of one serving of dairy in your diet a day.
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