Canada Global (Web News) Experts say that people should clean their mouths with beetroot juice instead of mouthwash.
Millions of people around the world use mouthwash to eliminate bad breath and kill bacteria. Most mouthwashes contain fluoride, which kills microbes. Also, mouthwashes are used to treat gum disease.
However, there are some downsides to using these products, including dry mouth and loss of antimicrobial resistance. Recent research has shown that leafy green vegetables contain a molecule called nitrite, which is very beneficial for oral health.
For the study, researchers at the University of the West of Scotland in Scotland studied athletes who suffered from gum disease due to high sugar intake (often athletes use energy gels during exercise that are high in pure sweeteners). are based).
The study found that beetroot juice (which contains an estimated 12 milligrams of nitrate) protected athletes’ teeth from acidic sports drinks and sugar gels consumed during exercise. Research shows that nitrates can be used therapeutically to reduce the risk of tooth decay in athletes.
