LOVE YOUR BRILLIANT SMILE...

A brilliant smile radiates health and youthfulness, so it is great to know that according to latest research, the key to strong, white teeth ultimately lies in a fresh, antioxidant and fibre rich diet ; although brushing twice daily (with a non-abrasive toothpaste) also helps.

Our diet is so important for our teeth as the chemical balance of our saliva is like the mouth's immune system: a diet rich in antioxidants keeps it strong and protects it from oxidation and decay.

Some of the best foods for brilliantly white teeth and fresh breath are:

Vitamin C rich fruits such as fresh apples, berries and kiwis,

Beta-carotene rich fruits & vegetables such as mangos and papaya, peppers, carrots & sweet potatoes,

Chlorophyll rich dark green vegetables such as watercress, spinach, cabbage, asparagus and broccoli.

Vitamin E, zinc and selenium-rich nuts including walnuts, almonds and brazils.

It also helps to avoid smoking, refined sugar, black coffee and red wine… and when you need to freshen your breath, try chewing on a sprig of fresh watercress or garden mint...