{"id":2055,"date":"2020-01-30T21:32:00","date_gmt":"2020-01-30T21:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fakabook.com\/?p=2055"},"modified":"2021-11-29T19:43:28","modified_gmt":"2021-11-29T19:43:28","slug":"foods-you-should-avoid-for-white-and-strong-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefoodhealth.com\/foods-you-should-avoid-for-white-and-strong-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Foods You Should Avoid If You Want White and Strong Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Your teeth are not only key in a first impression smile, but they are key to living a healthy, long life. Taking care of your teeth starts with the food you eat. Eating sugary, unhealthy foods not only damage your overall health but they damage your teeth as well by yellowing them and weakening the strength of the enamel. We gathered 10 foods you should avoid if you want to have strong and white teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

#10 Toffee<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Chewy candies like toffee are terrible for\nyour teeth. The stickiness of the toffee can create major oral bacteria. Toffee\nis also loaded with sugars that break down your teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#9 Lemons <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Although the lemon is so rich in Vitamin C and it has some other health benefits, it is also loaded with acidic juices which can decay your teeth quickly. Lemons are one of the most acidic fruits in existence. Think twice before squeezing lemon into your water as the prolonged acid exposure is bad for your pearly whites. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#8 Tomatoes<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When eating tomatoes, you can expose your\nteeth to dangerous levels of acidity. However, when tomatoes are simply just\npart of a meal, especially when cooked, the risk is minimalized. Drink water,\nhowever, after eating them to rinse out the acidic residue.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#7 White Bread<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Refined carbs do not get along with teeth.\nWhen you chew, the enzymes in saliva convert the bread starches into sugars\nwhich can stain and break down teeth. Opt for whole wheat bread options when\navailable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#6 Popcorn<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Although popcorn can be a tasty quick snack\nto keep you feeling full throughout your day, it is not the best for your\nteeth. Kernels can easily get stuck between your teeth. When not found,\nbacteria can begin to grow creating situations for cavities and more. Also,\nun-popped kernels can crack even the healthiest of teeth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#5 Berries<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Highly pigmented foods like berries can\neasily stain your teeth. Eat them in moderation and be sure to brush with\nwhitening toothpaste immediately after to reduce the colorization effects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#4 Coffee<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Although not necessarily a food, coffee is a drink that is very high in tannic acid. Tannic acid not only breaks down tooth enamel, but it\u2019s notorious for staining teeth. If you are an every-day coffee drinker, permanent staining is something that you should be aware of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#3 Hard Candy <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Hard candies are sweet treats that many of us reach to throughout a busy work day or perhaps a visit to grandmother\u2019s house. However, hard candies are very bad for your teeth for many reasons. First, they often contain dye that will stain teeth. Also, they possess the ability to crack your teeth! <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#2 Caramelized Sauces<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Caramelized sauces are often made by\nboiling down sugar. The sauces can be sticky and hide on your teeth.  If not removed, the sauce residue can grow\nbacteria and create issues for tooth strength. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

#1 Mango<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Like lemons, mangos contain acidic\njuices. The acid burns through the protective layers on your teeth. Mangos also\nare highly saturated in pigment which can stain your teeth. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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