The document outlines 11 foods that can naturally improve oral health, emphasizing the importance of diet in maintaining oral hygiene. Key foods mentioned include milk, nuts, raw onions, berries, whole grains, and leafy greens, which provide essential nutrients and antibacterial properties beneficial for teeth and gums. Additionally, it discusses natural remedies and practices, such as oil pulling and the benefits of herbs and other supplements for dental care.

1. 11 Foods That Are Beneficial In Improving The
Oral Health Naturally
Health is considered as one of the most important things in the life of a person. Talking
about oral health, diet plays a major role in keeping it healthy. There are lots of things
that can make an adverse impact on the oral health of a person. On the other hand,
nature has provided us numerous things that are not only healthy for our body but oral
health as well. Here we are going to tell you about those 11 foods that are helpful in
improving your oral health naturally.

2. Milk
It is considered as one of the best drink together with water when the thing is
about teeth. Milk contains calcium and other vital elements and it is also
helpful in lowering the acidic levels in the mouth that assist in fighting decay.

3. Nuts
They can also deliver health benefits for the teeth. Nuts are comprised of phosphorous
and calcium along with different elements that will always deliver positive outcomes to
oral health.

4. Onions
When you eat raw onions, they contain strong antibacterial properties particularly
against some of the bacteria which causes gum diseases and cavities.

5. Berries
If you’re fond of strawberries, cranberries, and blueberries, then we must tell you that
they are great for the teeth. Especially talking about strawberries, they are comprised
of vitamin C and malic acid, that are helpful in whitening the teeth naturally.

6. Whole Grains
They have a presence of complex carbohydrates that delivers bacteria in the mouth less digestible
food. Different types of its varieties contain vitamin B and iron, that are supposed to be important
nutrients for the gum health.

7. Oranges
You’ll see most of the citrus fruits that are acidic and are not good for the teeth’s health, but
oranges prove to be least acidic of all and contain some health benefits which a person can
expect from fruits.

8. Leafy Greens
Kinds of leafy greens like spinach and broccoli have a presence of calcium, important vitamins and
folic acid that are considered as great for the teeth.

9. Water
One of the most important sources to keep your mouth away from different oral problems is water. It is helpful
in washing away food particles and keeps the levels of saliva high and saliva is termed as our mouth’s best
defense against tooth decay as it holds proteins and minerals that naturally fight with plaque.

10. Apples & Carrots
They are some high-fiber foods which take more time to chew and it eventually delivers the
chances to create more saliva in the mouth that is vital for cleaning the mouth of bacteria near
the gum-line.

11. Eggs
They are also good for the teeth due to having a presence of phosphorous, vitamins D and K.

12. Things To Remember
Neem, vitamin C, oil pulling, and tea tree oil are considered as some natural supplements for gum
health
Plantain, sage, myrrh, Oregon grape root, and neem are some of the herbs for gum health.
Vitamin A, vitamin C, B vitamins, vitamin E, iron, fluoride, calcium, phosphorous, iodine, and zinc
are considered as one of the best supplements for teeth.
To improve teeth health, there is a need to replace the toothbrush at least four times in a
complete year cycle. Try to avoid those traditional plastic toothbrushes which are often too
unkind and abrasive on both gums and teeth.

13. For natural oral care, there are different types of things to look about. Like sleep is termed as one of
the best things to perform for oral care. If someone gets enough amount of sleep and indulge in
regular exercising habits, they’ll have much better chances of warding off whole-body infections of
inflammations of any kind. Being an adult, it becomes our duty to teach small kids right from an
early age about brushing in a good manner and adopting those habits that are favorable to oral
health. As we mentioned there are lots of things that are good for your oral health, like fruits,
greens, or beans, all of which work towards assisting the body to maintain pH balance. Oil pulling is
considered as an Ayurvedic practice in which the procedure involves rinsing or swishing a single
tablespoon of oil around the mouth for a particular matter of time.
There are natural dental products which have natural ingredients. And they can create a good
impact over oral health. Like there is a tea tree oil for antiseptic qualities, aloe vera, arnica and
calendula for their healing properties, sea salt for cleaning, and spearmint, peppermint, raspberries,
and strawberries for taste.
There are some home remedies that can be applied to remove cavities from teeth at home. Things
like fluoride are supposed to be good for teeth and assist to restore the minerals in the teeth.
Another thing is clove that can prove to be the best ingredient for curing different types of oral
health problems that include cavities as well. Clove has a tendency to alleviate pain and it can also
prevent cavity to spread due to its anti-bacterial properties.

14. Wheatgrass contains a good source of vitamin A and E. It also has a presence of magnesium, iron,
and calcium. Just like clove, it also has antibacterial properties which help to prevent cavities and
tooth decay. Drink a glass of it or mix 1 part of its juice with 6 parts of water. After that, rinse the
mouth with water or a person can directly chew it if infected. Talking about the next natural
ingredient, i.e., neem is a very effective way to achieve healthy teeth. If someone chews its leaves,
the fiber content in it will keep the plaque away from the teeth. It is also one of the finest traditional
solutions to every medical condition in every household.
Clove oil is an important home remedy to provide quick relief from pain caused due to tooth decay
and cavity. It is because it contains the presence of eugenol that plays the role of painkiller. Another
thing that is beneficial regarding oral health is lemon. It is rich in vitamin C and acids present in it are
helpful in killing the germs and also ease the pain caused by the cavities. There is a need to keep a
lemon in the mouth, chewing it and then rinsing the mouth with clean water.
For providing relief from cavities, turmeric is yet another option. It contains both antibacterial and
anti-inflammatory properties that prevent decay of the tooth and keep the gums healthy. One more
important thing that needs to be included in this section is garlic. We all know that it works as a
tremendous taste enhancer, but not all of us know that it is also a health marvel. If you eat raw
garlic, it can prove to be advantageous for oral health. Along with that, it works as a painkiller as
antibacterial and antifungal properties are found in it.