Natural Foods That Whiten Teeth

Smoking and other habits can discolor your teeth over time. Fortunately, there are foods that naturally whiten your teeth. These foods contain natural stain-removing components. With some of these, you won't begin to see results until after repeated applications over time.
 
Strawberries
 
Strawberries contain malic acid, which removes discoloration from the surfaces of your teeth.
 
Baking soda
 
Brush your teeth with baking soda, which acts like a natural bleach that removes surface stains from your teeth.
 
Citrus fruit
 
Oranges and other fruits containing citrus whitens teeth by wearing away tooth enamel. However, because they erode your teeth while whitening them, they might be a less-than-ideal choice.
 
Milk and cheeses
 
Milk and cheese are rich in calcium, phosphorus, and protein. These nutrients repair, re-mineralize, and strengthen your teeth and their enamel, leading to whiter teeth.
 
Coconut oil
 
The lauric acid in coconut oil can whiten your teeth. Once in a while, dab a little coconut oil onto your toothbrush and scrub your teeth.
 
Apple cider vinegar
 
Regular brushing with apple cider vinegar removes stains from coffee and nicotine. However, you usually won't see results until 30 days of continuous brushing.
 
Rather than using commercial chemicals to whiten your teeth, try these natural foods first. They're safer, less expensive, and nutritious. However, you must be patient; like most natural, safe remedies, these take time to yield visible results.

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