9 Surprising Foods That Prevent Tooth Decay
Recently we were quoted in Readers Digest on a story about some foods that are great ways to prevent tooth decay naturally. The following is an excerpt from the piece courtesy of RD.
https://www.rd.com/health/conditions/foods-that-prevent-tooth-decay/
“Plain yogurt is loaded with calcium, vitamin D, and immunity-boosting probiotics, so you may not be surprised to find dairy on our list of tooth decay-fighters. However, you'll be excited to learn that yogurt has both mouth-healthy and gut-healthy properties, says Lawrence Fung, DDS, a cosmetic dentist located in Playa Vista adjacent area of Culver City and spokesperson for Hello Oral Care, a natural-focused dental hygiene company. "Since our teeth are made up of calcium, foods containing calcium are great at building up our teeth's enamel," he explains of how to prevent cavities. "To help increase the uptake of calcium in our teeth, foods that contain vitamin D, magnesium, and phosphorus can help as well."