Health Tip: Choosing Mouth-Healthy Foods

By Diana Kohnle, HealthDay Reporter

(HealthDay News) -- For healthier teeth and gums, choose foods and beverages that are friendlier to your mouth.

The Mouthhealthy.org website offers these suggestions:

• Avoid sugary drinks in favor of fluoridated water.


• Choose protein- and calcium-rich dairy foods and drinks.


• Opt for lean proteins such as eggs, fish, poultry and meat. These phosphorous-rich foods help strengthen tooth enamel.


• Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Their high fiber and water content help clean your teeth and promote saliva production.


• Snack on nuts, which help build stronger teeth.

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