Finally, it's pumpkin time again. The most important allies for teeth and gums are vitamins and minerals. Both protect against colds, especially during the cold season, and contribute significantly to our oral health.
These foods should never be missing from your autumn menu:
Autumn edition
Finally, it's pumpkin time again. The most important allies for teeth and gums are the vitamins and minerals. Both protect against colds, especially during the cold season, and contribute significantly to our oral health.
A balanced diet with fresh vegetables and fruit is ideal for teeth. Here are the dental vitamins most important and where you can find them.
Vitamin A
Prevent la gingivitis , supports the growth and regeneration of the oral mucosa. It is found in carrots, cabbage, spinach, broccoli, peppers, pumpkin, valerian, chicory, eggs.
Vitamin C
is significantly involved in the dental bone formation. Strengthens the gums, prevents inflammation of the tooth socket, and may protect against periodontitis. It is found in peppers, broccoli, spinach, kiwi.
Vitamin D
Promotes tooth growth and enamel hardness. is found in smoked eel, salmon, sardines, herring, trout, veal, eggs, liver. Promis's secret tip: sunbathe extensively (with protection).
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Help strengthen it tooth enamel , also protects against acid and sugar. It is found in cheese, nuts, sesame, cabbage, white beans, chickpeas.
Magnesium
Prevent it gingivitis and can protect against tooth loss . It is found in whole grains, sunflower seeds, peanuts, corn, vegetables, etc.
Fluoride
Important in the fight against cavities , it also hardens tooth enamel. It is found in the fluoride toothpaste , sea fish, pork liver, spinach, beef fillet, black tea.
Now let's move on to the quintessential autumn vegetable and what it can offer: the pumpkin.
The pumpkin can provide everything. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber:
- Beta-carotene – the precursor of vitamin A that has an antioxidant effect.
- Potassium – important for the heart
- Soccer – an indispensable component of bones and teeth
- Magnesium – important for nerves, muscles, the heart, and the formation of bones and teeth
- Iron – responsible for oxygen transport, oxygen storage in muscles, and energy metabolism
The pumpkin is therefore a true superfoodPut everything in the blender then and prepare the soup!