Key takeaways
- Cheese and yoghurt help neutralise acids.
- Crunchy fruit and vegetables stimulate saliva.
- Water is the best drink between meals.
- How often you snack matters more than how much.
1. Cheese
Cheese raises the pH in your mouth and provides calcium and phosphate, which help protect enamel.
2. Plain yoghurt and curd
Rich in calcium, with no added sugar. Choose unsweetened versions.
3. Crunchy fruit and vegetables
Apples, carrots and cucumbers need chewing, which increases saliva, your mouth's natural defence.
4. Leafy greens
Spinach and other greens provide calcium and folic acid.
5. Nuts
A low-sugar snack with useful minerals. Avoid cracking hard shells with your teeth.
6. Green tea
Unsweetened green tea may help reduce bacteria. Skip the sugar.
7. Water
Water rinses away food and keeps saliva flowing. Fluoridated water adds protection.
A tip on snacking
Frequently asked questions
Are fruit juices good for teeth?
Juices are often high in sugar and acid. Whole fruit is a better choice.
This article is for general information and doesn't replace a dental examination. Prices mentioned are starting prices at the time of writing.