A dentist has explained that the effects of eating one surprising snack after dinner can help to neutralise the odours that come as a result of eating a particularly smelly meal
Eating a certain savoury post-dinner snack could neutralise bad breath.
We all know certain foods wreak havoc on our teeth, like sugary sweets and chocolate which cause tooth decay, but it turns out there are actually some foods that are muck kinder on our teeth.
One dentist claimed there are a number of nibbles we can indulge in to boost our oral health, with one unexpected snack even acting as an odour neutraliser following a particularly pungent meal.
In a TikTok video, Dr Onkar enlightened viewers about various foods that should take centre stage on our menus for the sake of dental vitality. And for those looking to quash garlic breath post-dinner, the doctor offers a surprising remedy – cheese.
Delving into the details, he shared: “Cheese is brilliant for neutralising the pH in your mouth. It doesn’t matter which [cheese], but a slice of cheese after a meal also neutralises your breath. So if you’ve had a very smelly meal, a slice of cheese after helps neutralise that. But it also lowers the pH, and in turn, stops those cavity-producing bacteria from working so hard.”
And it isn’t just cheese that’s a dental hero; there’s a veggie that deserves a round of applause too. Despite split opinions, munching on celery can do a world of good for your teeth and gums.
Dr Onkar explained: “Celery is so good because not only does it help when you’re chewing food by generating saliva, but because it’s crunchy and it has a lot of moisture in it, it kind of flushes out particulars and debris from between your teeth. Of course, you can get the celery strand stuck between your teeth but it’s a good neutralising food.”
In addition, Dr Onkar suggests munching on plenty of carrots. He stated that their effects are akin to celery as they stimulate saliva production, aiding in removing food lodged between your teeth. Moreover, carrot sticks can be an excellent aid for kids with wobbly teeth, helping to dislodge the tooth without much hassle.
The dentist’s advice left commenters on the post gobsmacked, with many admitting they were clueless about cheese’s breath-neutralising properties.
One individual commented: “Cheese is all I needed to know.” Another chimed in with: “Thanks for the PSA! I love celery.”
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