It is a challenge on how to keep your mouth healthy.
Step up and treat your taste buds to healthy, wholesome food.
Step up and treat your taste buds to healthy, wholesome food.
According
to the Department of Health (DOH), 87.4% of Filipino people suffer from tooth decay,
putting the country far behind other countries in the Western Pacific region
when it comes to dental health. Eduardo Janairo, a director at the DOH for the
National Capital Region, said tooth decay and periodontal diseases are the two
most common health problems in the Philippines today.
We
all know that brushing your teeth and visiting your dentist regularly help keep
your teeth healthy, but did you know that you can further boost your oral
health by eating the right foods? Here are some things you should know and love, that
not only taste great, but are also packed with wholesome goodness on how to keep your mouth healthy.
Oily
Fish
Love
your Sinanglay? Fish that are rich in oils like Sardine and Tilapia are
an excellent source of phosphorus and protein, which protect teeth and help to
rebuild teeth enamel.
Nuts
If
you’re hungry between meals, reach for a healthy snack like a bag of cashew
nuts, which are packed with important nutrients such as calcium, potassium and
zinc, which help to build strong teeth!
Milk
Products
Everybody
knows that milk is a good source of protein and calcium, but did you know that
milk also helps to neutralize some of the acid produced by plaque-causing
bacteria? Make sure you have your daily dose of at least one glass a day to
help keep your teeth and gums healthy.
Hope these tips will help you on how to keep your mouth healthy.
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