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The role of diet in oral health

The role of diet in oral health

Changing your eating habits can help reduce the risk of tooth decay. The December 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association reminds patients that having a balanced diet is important to maintaining a healthy smile.

Caries is caused by plaque - a thin film of bacteria which covers the teeth. After you eat or drink, plaque digests sugars and produces acids that weaken tooth enamel. The more you consume foods and beverages that contain sugar, the greater the risk of developing plaque and ending up forming cavities. The best way to protect your teeth against plaque is to keep an eye on the amount of sugar in your diet.

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What happens to the body when you stop drinking

What happens to the body when you stop drinking

Although it tastes irresistible, soda is one of the main food villains because it has no nutritional value. According to Regina Carrijo, Coordinator of Nutrition of Hospital Santa Catarina (SP), the excessive and long-term consumption of the refrigerant is due to a large amount of sugar, sodium and several artificial substances.

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Drinking milk improves memory and brain performance

Drinking milk improves memory and brain performance

Drinking at least one glass of milk per day, in addition to ensuring calcium and protein, can have a positive impact on brain and mental performance, according to a study published in the International Dairy Journal. Researchers at the University of Maine in the United States tested the brains of more than 900 men and women ages 23 to 98 to get the results.

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