How to Whiten Your Teeth with the Foods You Eat

Nature has provided a way for us to whiten our teeth naturally. It is through the foods we eat. But . . . not just any food: food that is rich in malic acid. Malic acid is the principal acid in many fruits and vegetables. It is what gives unripe fruit that sharp, tart taste. It is also an inexpensive home remedy that naturally whitens teeth. Rather than using an expensive commercial bleaching process to remove surface discoloration, you can eat healthy and whiten your teeth at the same time. Brighten your smile today by following these simple steps.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Start whitening your teeth naturally by enjoying this wide selection of fruit that contain malic acid: apple, banana, blackberry, kiwi, lychee, mango, nectarine, orange, peach, pear, plums, prickly pear, raspberry, red sour cherry, strawberry, tomato, watermelon, white grape. The best results come from eating unripe fruit.

2. In-between meals you may want to have a treat such as a piece of candy containing malic acid. Some of those tart and sour tasting candies include: Mega Warheads, Jolly Ranchers, Sour Punch, and Sweetarts. Since these candies contain sugar be sure to brush immediately after eating to help prevent tooth decay.

3. Don’t overlook the fact that malic acid is available as a supplement. It can be purchased at places like heath stores, drug stores, vitamin stores, and nutrition stores. Malic acid is also available in a power form. You should always consult your dentist before starting any self treatment.

Tips & Warnings

• Since another property of malic acid is the stimulation of saliva, you can use it to help treat dry mouth symptoms.
• Using malic acid too often can lead to the demineralization and erosion of the surface of your teeth.