Brushing and flossing are very important, but the food you eat will also make a difference when it comes to your breath. Experts know that bad breath can link back to certain foods in your diet. But are there foods that leave you with a good taste in your mouth? Dr. Uzma Khan at Uptown Oakville Dentistry says yes, there are foods that can help. We have compiled a list of the most common ones that can help:
WATER will wash away bacteria and other stinky stuff by flushing the mouth and promoting the production of saliva.
CHEESE neutralizes some dietary acids that may be on your teeth causing bad breath.
SUGARLESS GUM pulls away the particles of food stuck on your teeth, gums and tongue and also stirs up saliva production. Look for gum with xylitol, an ingredient that fights food bacteria and bad breath.
FRUITS AND VEGGIES high in vitamin C that help fight bacteria in the mouth include red bell peppers and broccoli. Also, crunchy raw fruits and veggies scrub away at teeth as you chew to loosen trapped food, so reach for fruits and veggies like apples, carrots and celery.
BLACK TEA contains polyphenols and compounds that prevent bacteria growth.
YOGURT with probiotic bacteria can reduce bad breath by lowering sulfide compounds that cause odour.
FOODS RICH IN VITAMIN D that reduce mouth bacteria include fortified milk, fortified orange juice, salmon and eggs.
PARSLEY contains chlorophyll which may act as a natural mouth deodorant – other plants which may link to improving breath are cloves, anise and fennel seeds.
Wondering if there are certain foods to stay away from that will cause bad breath? Click here for tips on foods to stay clear from. To have a better understanding why you have bad breath contact your Oakville dentist at Uptown Oakville Dentistry today to schedule an appointment – 905-257-6565
http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/bad-breath-good-and-bad-foods