11. (Some) Kombucha
Kombucha is great for your health but not always great for your oral health. This is due to its high acidity which leads to enamel breakdown. As noted previously, enamel loss can lead to increased tooth sensitivity and a higher risk for tooth decay. This can also lead to discoloration where your teeth begin to appear brown in color.
Consider the Type of Kombucha You Drink
The good news is, you don’t have to avoid drinking kombucha all together. Kombucha is great for its probiotics for healthy digestion. What you should do is pay attention to the kombucha you are consuming. Watch out for kombucha that is particularly high in sugar content. Other kombucha drinking tips include drinking it in one sitting, using a straw, consuming with food, and drinking it alongside water. This gets you the health benefits of kombucha without any negative side effects to your pearly whites.
12. Crackers
Even some crackers may be bad for your oral health. This is because starchy, refined carbohydrates linger in the mouth breaking down into simple sugars which then produce acid and lead to tooth decay.
Practice Proper Oral Hygiene
This chain reaction is one you’d want to avoid but you don’t have to avoid every eating cracker again. Simply practice proper oral hygiene by brushing after consumption. You’ll also want to avoid snacking on crackers throughout the day over a longer period of time.