What are the worst foods for dental decay?
The worst foods for dental decay are acidic drinks- especially if children sip them constantly. Apple juice is extremely acidic and contains sugars that feed harmful bacteria in the mouth ( and ear tubes ). If kids drink a lot of apple juice they often have bad teeth and ear infections. Sodas are also very acidic – even diet ones. Fruited waters, vitamin waters and sports drinks are all very acidic. If I were a parent I would get some pH testing paper and test the acidity of the drinks that I keep in my refrigerator. If your kids have cavities – the chances are that they are drinking acidic drinks. Note: Tap water in some areas is very acidic. Healthy juices – lemonade and teas can also be acidic. Do I need to give them fluoride water or fluoride tablets? ANSWER: I do not believe in fluoride supplements or fluoride water (the “Spring” fluoridated water found in stores is made by CocaCola! Ha!) I only believe in the use of ACT rinse from the age of 6 years – rinse well and spit out well
