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Dental cavities or caries cause holes in teeth in about 80% of people. Caries are caused by the action of mouth bacteria such as Streptococcus mutans. A number of studies have reported that diets high in total sugar and/or sweetened colas are associated with more dental cavities. High amounts of sugar in the diet can promote growth of Streptococcus mutans and also promote the growth of the yeast (fungus) Candida in the mouth. |
Other studies have reported that diets low in protein, calcium, fluoride, zinc and b-vitamins can also increase risk of cavities and poor overall dental health. A well balanced diet with little or no refined sugar (such as Doug Kaufmann’s phase diet’s) are helpful in maintaining tooth health.
Several human studies have reported that eating yogurt containing live (viable) probiotic bacteria such as Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium and Streptococcus thermophilus can significantly reduce risk of tooth cavities and significantly reduce levels of Streptococcus mutans in the mouth. Note: Streptoccous thermophilus is a relative of Streptococcus mutans but does not cause cavities.
Other studies have reported that eating yogurt with live probiotics can significantly reduce the incidence of the gum disease gingivitis and halitosis (bad mouth odor).
More research is needed to determine the best strains of probiotic bacteria to promote oral health. A good review of the effects of probiotics and mouth health is found in the October 2009 Journal of the Canadian Dental Association.
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Doug Kaufmann developed his diet after years studying the clinical effects of pathogenic fungi on the body. Fungi and yeasts can become parasitic organisms on and inside our body, causing health problems that can be difficult to diagnose. Learn more about the Kaufmann Diet, change your life and know the cause.
We encourage all visitors to this site to take some time and study these technical articles prior to initiating lifestyle changes, including dietary changes and to do so with their physician’s awareness and approval. The articles posted in this link are scientific and with few exceptions are taken from medical journals familiar to healthcare workers.
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