Lack of Calcium And Oral Health Issues
Did you know that women who consume less than 500 mg of calcium per day are nearly twice as likely to harbor gum disease? Yogurt, spinach and cheese can help maintain healthy gums. Calcium strengthens the bones beneath the gum line so without a sufficient supply, the underlying bone becomes vulnerable to bacteria. Black tea contains polyphenols, natural compounds that inhibit the growth of disease causing oral bacteria. Because oral bacteria thrives on sugar, you might consider using honey to flavor your tea instead of sugar. Gum disease affects up to 80% of American women. Gum-damaging bacteria can enter the bloodstream and raise the risk of heart disease, diabetes and other health problems.
Snack on red peppers. Getting at least 80 mg of Vitamin C daily can reduce gingivitis risk by up to 1-1/2 times. Out bodies use Vitamin C to form a collagen which is a key component of the supportive gum tissue that helps to keep teeth anchored in place. Vitamin C also neutralizes free radicals that can speed the progression of cancer and other health concerns. 0ne medium red pepper contains 226 mg. of Vitamin C and broccoli contains 66 mg per cup. Think about increasing your Vitamin C intake with the foods you eat rather than automatically turning to vitamin supplementation; it’s easy if you do a little research on the foods you like.
