Tooth decay rivals the common cold as the most
common health problem. It is not a naturally occurring thing as many people believe, but rather is a bacterial disease.
Unfortunately, tooth decay has no symptoms until it is too late. Thus prevention is the best way to
fight it. Poor oral hygiene and poor nutrition in the diet are the primary causes of tooth decay.
|
Nutrient /
Supplement |
Importance
( 1 - 10 ) |
Helpful notes |
| Calcium |
10 |
this mineral is needed for strong
healthy teeth, a good calcium
supplement will also have magnesium and perhaps
boron in a blend that promotes the absorption of the calcium. |
| Vitamin B
complex |
8 |
this family of vitamins helps with healthy
nerves and gums. They are also used for various stress related problems. |
Multi-vitamin
and
Mineral supplement |
9 |
contains vitamin
D, calcium, vitamin B , vitamin
A, vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc which all which are helpful
for people with tooth decay and gum problems. The nutrients
contained in a daily supplement are required for good general
health and well being. |
| Vitamin A |
8 |
important for tooth formation and
health. It also is used for healing in the human body. |
| Vitamin D |
7 |
it is needed for absorption of calcium and
it promotes the
healing of gums and gum
tissue. |
| Vitamin E |
7 |
strengthens the body's
immune
system |
| Zinc |
7 |
helps with absorption of minerals and enzymes
and also strengthens your immune system. |
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drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or
filtered water a day
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eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)
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nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good
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juice is good (make your
own with a juice machine)
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do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods
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carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack
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a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)
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do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks
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do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...
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use stress relief like going for walks in the park
(or the 10/90 rule - see
Stress)
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brown rice is good to eat
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avoid red meat and animal fats
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reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others
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fast a few days a month
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get at least 8 hours of sleep
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exercise light to moderate amounts
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avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet
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do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke
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do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal
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do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry
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do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else
