No matter how well marketed these teeth whitening products are, they often fail badly when it comes to showing results. And even when you get results, it is at the cost of your hard earned money as well enamel damage. But instead of going for these well-marketed products it is always a better idea to try some natural ingredients. Below we have mentioned 5 such food items which can help you achieve whiter teeth without causing any damage to them.
1. Strawberries- Don’t let this bright coloured fruit fool you. you might think that it will stain your teeth but on the contrary, it can really help you in making your teeth whiter. Eating strawberries on a regular basis will provide you with malic acid an enzyme which increases the secretion of saliva and help in washing away the accumulated bacteria and plaque. Another enzyme ellagitannins which is a polyphenol helps in reducing the stain attracting bacteria from settling in your mouth. So make sure to add a handful of strawberries in your daily diet if you want to maintain your pearly whites.
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2. Pineapple- This tropical fruit not only tastes amazing but also has amazing teeth whitening properties as well. So this juicy fruit is known to contain an enzyme called bromelain in it which works as a natural stain remover. The bromelain breaks down the bacteria build up on your teeth which are the reason for plaque, thus preventing teeth erosion. Along with that it also contains anti-inflammatory properties which work effectively at preventing and reducing the beginning of gum inflammation. Now that you have so many oral benefits of pineapple there is no way you can give this juicy delight a pass.
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3. Mushrooms- Vitamin D is very important for our body since it helps in calcium absorption by the body, improves the immune system and also prevent bone deterioration. Vitamin D is very important in order to maintain the health of your teeth in the long run and if researches are to be believed then one of the primary factors of tooth loss is the bone deterioration in your jaw. But luckily we have mushrooms which is a great source of vitamin D. Try to include mushrooms in your diet as much as possible in order to get all the benefits. A study has even proved that if you keep the mushrooms in the sunlight before eating them the vitamin D content of the mushrooms gets increased. So if you could get your hands on sun-dried mushrooms then do get them or you can also keep fresh mushrooms in the sun to make them at home.
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4. Cheese- As compared to other bone structures, our jawbones lose their mass at a much faster rate. I have already mentioned in the above-stated point that jawbones lose their mass much faster than the other parts of the body thus it is important to increase our calcium and vitamin D intake. This will ensure stronger bones, teeth and joints. Along with that calcium also helps in the repairing and remineralisation of teeth enamel thus it is recommended to include dairy products such as cheese in your diet. Cheese also contains lactic acid and phosphorous which helps in preventing tooth decay.
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5. Apples- Apples are crunchy and crispy to bite and thus they can actually help in cleaning the teeth enamel really well while you are eating it. The taste of the apples increases the saliva production in your mouth. The increased amount of saliva will get rid of the bacteria collected on your teeth and reducing the accumulated plaque and bad breath. Just like strawberries apples too contain malic acid which acts as a natural stain remover and get rid of any discoloration.
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