Choose cheese for your next sandwich ingredient or salad-topper!
We’ve
all heard parents and other adults tell us to eat our vegetables and
drink milk so that we can grow up big and strong. But did you know that
eating certain types of cheese can also help you stay healthy?
Multiple
studies have shown that chewing processed cheese can prevent cavities
and other decay from taking place. During a clinical study performed by
Dows Institute for Dental Research, it was shown that after chewing just
a single cube of cheese, a tooth’s surface re-hardened and strengthened
by one hundred percent, thanks to the cheese’s mineral-boosting
components.
It’s
understood that regular servings of this dairy product prevent the
demineralization of teeth, and will help boost the remineralization
process. This means that enamel, the protective layer of your pearly
whites, is reinforced, and can better shield your teeth from
decay-causing bacteria.
It
doesn’t hurt that cheese contains substantial amounts of calcium, which
has long been known to prevent osteoporosis and keep bones resilient.
Cheeses that can protect and increase your oral health include:
• Brie
• Sharp Cheddar
• Swiss
• Gouda
• Bleu
So
don’t skip the cheese on your next sandwich! There are many viable
options which can improve oral health. Many doctors also praise its
metabolism-boosting effects. You don’t have to cut it completely out of
your diet, so those of you who have managed to stick with your New
Year’s resolutions can still incorporate dairy intake back in your daily
life. (And congratulations on sticking with your goals).
As
with any meal, it’s still important to brush and floss after eating. If
you’re concerned about your tooth’s sensitivity for any reason, or
suspect that you may have a cavity, please contact your dentist at the
earliest convenience. No food, diet, or beverage can replace the
educated and skilled eye of your dental professional.
Choose
cheese for your next sandwich ingredient or salad-topper! As a child,
everyone has heard parents and other adults lecturing on the importance
of eating vegetables and drinking milk to grow up big and strong. But
did you know that eating certain types of cheese at any age can also
help you stay healthy?
Multiple studies have shown that chewing
processed cheese can prevent cavities and other decay from taking place.
During a clinical study performed by Dows Institute for Dental
Research, it was shown that after chewing just a single cube of cheese, a
tooth’s surface re-hardened and strengthened by over 100%, thanks to
the cheese’s mineral-boosting components. It’s understood that regular
servings of this dairy product prevent the demineralization of teeth,
and will help boost the remineralization process. This means that
enamel, the protective layer of your pearly whites, is reinforced, and
can better shield your teeth from decay-causing bacteria.
It doesn’t hurt that cheese contains substantial
amounts of calcium, which has long been known to prevent osteoporosis
and keep bones resilient.
Cheeses that can protect and increase your oral health include:
- Brie.
- sharp cheddar.
- Swiss.
- Gouda.
- Bleu.
Think twice about skipping the cheese on your
next sub! There are many benefits of this delicious snack that can
improve your oral health. Many doctors also praise its
metabolism-boosting effects. You don’t have to cut it completely out of
your diet, so those of you who have managed to stick with your New
Year’s resolutions can incorporate moderate amounts of dairy intake back
in your daily life. (And congratulations on sticking with your goals).
As with any meal, it’s still important to brush
and floss after eating. If you’re concerned about your tooth’s
sensitivity for any reason, or suspect that you may have a cavity,
please contact your dentist at the earliest convenience. No food, diet,
or beverage can replace the educated and skilled eye of your dental
professional.
Dr. Claudio A. Sorrentino
