We all know that exercising is great for your health. One of the primary reasons for running is that it helps lose weight, fight heart disease, and relieve stress. However, running can also have hidden negative effects on one of the most important parts of your body; Teeth.
When you add all the carbs, sports drinks, and protein bars likely consumed during or after a workout, your mouth has the perfect environment for cavities. Sugar feeds decay-causing bacteria and our defenses against these bad bacteria that live in our saliva.
While most runners breathe through their mouth, the mouth is usually dry during the entire run which slows saliva rates and makes it harder for the mouth to clean itself. Therefore, when the mouth is dry, your teeth are at risk.
Here are a few things to save your teeth during a workout!
While most runners breathe through their mouth, the mouth is usually dry during the entire run which slows saliva rates and makes it harder for the mouth to clean itself. Therefore, when the mouth is dry, your teeth are at risk.
Here are a few things to save your teeth during a workout!
- Stay hydrated
- Pop a sugar-free mint or a piece of gum after a workout (this helps your saliva glands to start working again)
- Brush and floss regularly
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