Many people are familiar with the advertising slogan: "Good teeth, good appetite." In fact, the health of your teeth also needs nourishment from food. Wang Yuhua, Chief Expert in Cosmetic Dentistry at the Guomao Outpatient Department of Plastic Surgery Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, recommends four great foods for dental care.
Cabbage is a tooth cleaner
Cabbage is rich in dietary fiber, especially the stalk. When you chew it thoroughly, it acts like a cleaner, giving your teeth a good scrub. The mechanical friction from the fiber effectively removes bacteria adhering to the tooth surface.
Chinese pear prevents teeth from yellowing
Chinese pears are very juicy and contain a lot of fiber, which helps rinse away stains on the tooth surface and prevent yellowing. It's the season for Chinese pears, so why not eat one a day? It's a great way to supplement your nutrition while beautifying your teeth.
Chinese pear with kumquat and chuanbei syrup
Tea is a protective umbrella for teeth
When we consume acidic foods like sweets and meat, our teeth are subtly damaged. At this time, they need the protection of alkaline foods, and tea, rich in alkaline substances, fits the bill perfectly. It neutralizes acids on the teeth, preventing demineralization. Especially green tea, the fluoride it contains can also make teeth stronger.
Apple is the favorite of gums
Gums are the "soil" for teeth; only healthy gums mean healthy teeth. Apples are known as the "all-around fruit," and the various vitamins and minerals they contain are essential nutrients for preventing gum disease. Especially vitamin C, which not only nourishes the gums but also helps you avoid canker sores during the dry autumn.
Stewed pear with kumquat and Sichuan shellfish