The Worst Food for Your Teeth Is NOT SUGAR

Learn about the worst food that can severely erode your teeth, and it's not sugar! Fruit juice, diet soda, gummy bears, citric acid-find out which is the main culprit behind tooth decay and erosion.
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0:00 Intro: The worst types of food for your teeth
2:59 Why is citric acid terrible for your teeth?
3:30 How does citric acid affect the calcium in your teeth?
3:55 Worst types of citric acid
4:32 How to reduce acidic impact on your teeth
Our diet plays a crucial role in maintaining our overall health, including the health of our teeth and gums. Certain foods can lead to tooth enamel erosion, causing dental problems such as cavities, decay, and sensitivity.
Here are some of the worst foods you should avoid for your teeth:
• Diet soda
• Candy
• Powdered starches
• Liquid sugar containing high-fructose corn syrup
• Soda with phosphoric acid
• Gummy bears and caramels
But out of all these, the worst food for your teeth is not sugar but citric acid!
Citric acid is a common ingredient in many processed foods and drinks, including fruit juices, diet sodas, and even some toothpaste. Despite being found naturally in fruits like lemons and limes, the citric acid used in processed products is often synthetically made.
Citric acid is a powerful calcium chelator, which means it binds with calcium and pulls it out of teeth. This can lead to erosion and demineralization of teeth, causing them to weaken and become more susceptible to cavities.
The pH of citric acid is also a contributing factor. While the ideal pH in the mouth is slightly above 7 (neutral or slightly alkaline), citric acid has a lower pH of around 3 to 6, making it even more damaging.
The worst type of citric acid for teeth is trisodium citrate, also known as sodium citrate. It's commonly found in many processed products and is a major contributor to tooth erosion.
So what can you do to protect your teeth from the harmful effects of citric acid?
• Rinse your mouth with water after consuming anything
• Check labels carefully and opt for products without synthetic citric acid
• Use toothpaste that does not contain citric acid, or make your own at home using natural ingredients
Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 59, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.
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Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients, so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
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Thanks for watching! Stay mindful of citric acid in your diet and take steps to protect your teeth from its harmful effects. I'll see you in the next video!

[@Drberg]

RE: Citric Acid Clarification in Dr Berg Products: Some people are concerned that all citric acid is the same and creates the same effect. This is not true. It really depends on the source. Our citric acid is from a fruit and is in very low concentrations. If we compare this to the citric acid in junk foods - which is massive, there is a big difference. One thing I should have clarified is citric acid is also made by our body - if you look at the Kreb's cycle in the mitochondria - the first molecule that feeds the whole machine is citric acid.

[@user-kt5hr7rt4n]

does washing and rinsing the mouth with water after smoking cigarettes help prevent teeth loss or tooth decay?

[@Krillep]

Thanks for this short, and direct information. A lot of people can talk for too long, we just need short information. If we want to see a lecture, we can watch it. In this information era, it's nice to see someone just break it down, short and sweet. There's a psychologiacal barrier when someone sees too long videos (20 minutes etc, or even over 10) - short and concise. Thanks Dr Berg.

[@cameronturner7077]

Thanks Doc!!

[@lightoffaithchristian4382]

Hi Doctor, so does this mean I can't squeeze organic lemon into my water because it'll affect my teeth?

[@sf874]

I do a shot of either fresh lemon or lime or key lime juice daily with black seed oil & ceyenne pepper. I brush within 30 mins after. Am I harming my teeth?

[@josefserf1926]

Regularly rinsing your mouth out with water will go a long way towards protecting your oral health.

[@Ashtarot77]

Having water with a meal or afterwards helps in that respect.

[@Penland1234]

Alternate between oil pulling, toothpaste, and floss.

[@mumenrider862]

Yep. Havent brushed for over 6 years. Just waterpik 3x a day. Teeth and gums never looked better. Fluoride is poison and toothpaste contains sugar.

[@mumenrider862]

@@Penland1234 skip the toothpaste and waterpik 2-3x a day and chew on a clove after. Fluoride is poison.

[@7x779]

Only if done immediately after a meal, otherwise it's bad for your teeth because your mouth starts secreting minerals immediately to rebuild the teeth and you drink water frequently you're just rinsing the minerals out Look at Dr Ellie's videos on mouth care, it works, I've done it

[@franciscote9292]

getting rid of all the processed foods is just the cure for everything. i dont have to read labels i already know i dont want it imma process my food myself

[@HarrisonCountyStudio]

So true. Cutting out the processed foods can alleviate so many ailments; joint pain, seasonal allergies, to curing sleeplessness… Processed sugar is like a drug. It’s tough going the first 3-4 days of cutting it out, but your life will change. It’s almost a religious experience. ❤✌🏽

[@XOChristianaNicole]

I went carnivore for four months (adrenals couldn’t handle it), and cut out majority of processed foods, for about 6-months after that. I still had progressives dental/decay issues - while using hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and fluoride-free. It’s a microbiome issue. I started using Dr. Ellie Phillips’ protocol (she’s here on YT) - and my teeth have begun to remineralize, less dark spots, and less sensitivity. And I eat processed foods, again. Sometimes, I even forget I didn’t brush my teeth, in the morning - because I wake up with zero morning breath, or ick in my mouth. I had a Fusobacterium infection, in my mouth, lungs, colon, and digestive tract (this is the bacterium that is the precursor to colon cancer, causes endometriosis, Crohn’s/UC, and so much more. We all have it, though, it can become opportunistic, in unwell/inflamed environments).. However, after getting surgery and a drainage tube, and even had a bunch of dental work done - it still was causing the tooth decay. I haven’t had issues, since I started this protocol.

[@nsevv]

​@@XOChristianaNicoleEvery food is processed the moment you grind, cook it.

[@slimfit767]

​@@nsevvsmh

[@yeah_1261]

Can you list all the foods you eat then?

[@AlisuhBruhh]

I love how he jumps right into the info, no introduction or small talk in the beginning. Thank you Dr. Berg for all the beneficial information you provide to everyone.

[@keithmarshalldds511]

Another DDS here. Also, don’t brush for at least a half hour after consuming anything sugary or acid since the tooth is soft and susceptible to toothbrush erosion. After every meal I have my patients rinse with water and then dissolve two xylitol mints in there mouth. Xylitol is a great neutralizer to the effects of sugar, etc.

[@bloodeagle2945]

Do you recommend garlic and onion as toothpaste?

[@aes9639]

😊​@@bloodeagle2945

[@anthonygoodwill7457]

Thank you, this is a great tip. A small warning though, if you have dogs, do not bring xylitol into the house. It is lethal.

[@lanetteehrhardt1225]

I chew xylitol gum after my meals.

[@peggyuser-oq6xz7fg9o]

Xylitol gives me a terrible stomach ache. Is there another way to balance the ph?

[@khaos1999]

Oooooooo I'm so sick of maltidextrin!!! Once I learned about it, I was finding it in EVERYTHING

[@anupmasayal3857]

Same here

[@Disciple-ofChrist]

It's added to the generic stevia I was buying!

[@khaos1999]

​@Disciple-ofChrist seriously!?!?!

[@believe-in-yourself]

Maltodextrin 😊

[@afisanaa]

Eat ONLY whole foods, single ingredient foods. Meat, eggs etc

[@i.mahdihosseini]

00:00 🦷 Citric acid, not sugar, poses a significant threat to teeth due to its calcium-leeching properties. 00:27 🥤 Diet soda might be worse for teeth than regular soda. 01:07 🍬 Candy and powdered starches promote acid production, damaging teeth. 01:20 🥤 Liquid sugar drinks increase acid exposure to teeth. 01:49 🥤 Phosphoric acid in sodas can contribute to tooth erosion. 02:15 🍬 Sticky candies prolong sugar exposure, exacerbating tooth damage. 03:08 🍋 Citric acid, found naturally or synthetically, erodes teeth by binding with calcium. 04:30 🚰 Gargling with water after consuming acidic or sugary substances helps minimize tooth damage.

[@PropheticPrincessRo]

MVP 🎉

[@sahabshraddha8453]

Am also gargling after intaking sodas candy any sugar drink etc😂

[@ericbadu3726]

Thanks.

[@bonginkosimotloung4440]

🍺

[@saramorisani]

Thanks!

[@CatsMeow2.0-gr8gr]

Don’t forget to use a “straw” when consuming ACV, lemon drink ✅

[@majackslelo827]

🫡🫡🫡

[@NewEra-]

Not really needed. All my life I drink orange juices and add much, much lemon on my food. The only problem may be the slight yellowing.

[@jacobgross2648]

@@NewEra- ACV is like battery acid for your teeth per the dentist. It's what ruined my enamel. Had to spend a lot of money to fill in the eroded enamel. A straw is definitely needed.

[@greenstar3411]

I drink acv w lemon everyday- no problem w teeth, for a few years now. Am I weird?

[@brotherben4600]

@@greenstar3411 Depends on how much its diluted, but it's recommended you drink with a straw.

[@orange010]

It amazes me that people don't ask themselves and each other why "they" get poison in our food??? I have been researching it for over 10 years and have found out quite a lot. But when I tell people about it, they don't believe it and think I'm crazy.!!! Thanks for the video 💖💖💖

[@lycanlube7484]

yeah unfortunately the masses are sheep

[@reed5823]

Every dog has its time.

[@rosyclown]

I am not giving up grapefruits, oranges, lemons and citrus. It's the stuff of life! However, I agree , we must brush our teeth after enjoying.

[@Sisiana311]

yes, but if you brush your teeth straight after eating citruses, you'll damage your teeth enamel Just wait for at least 30minutes. It's better to just gargle plain water.

[@michaelbarry6589]

Wait 30 minutes before brushing your teeth to allow the enamel to remineralize. You can cause the enamel to erode if you brush your teeth immediately after drinking or eating something sugary or acidic.

[@jayasuriyaj3470]

Just rinse you mouth with water after eating.

[@Serjo777]

@@michaelbarry6589 Isn't the recommended minimum more like 2 hours?

[@saganspirit]

@@Serjo777 that is preferable

[@fantastichound]

Thank you dr. you are great, God bless you, keep you healthy and your loved ones.

[@a.williams10]

Thank you for this video with relevant information, Dr Berg 🙏🏻

[@Scoobystyle]

I wanted to thank you, I'm fighting my way out out a 6 year depression, and 20 years of narcotics "prescribed only". I don't go to any doctors, but I got lucky finding your channel, while looking for "how to mix the vinegar and lemon juice". Healthy body leads to a healthy mind. Also I wish there were more videos on how diet soda changes the way you digest food, there are caffeine alternatives. You make keto easier to understand as well! Anyway, "THANK YOU"

[@Jess-kn8vl]

Congrats! 🌱

[@w1975b]

Carbonated anything will neutralize stomach acid. This means sparkling water, regular and diet soda, champagne, beer, alka seltzer, etc. You won't digest your food within a certain amount of time of consuming carbonation.

[@iwonafeliszek]

Good luck with fighting depression. Everybody deserves to be happy ❤

[@302Notary-fingerprintboss]

@scoobystyle! Wahoo🎉!!!! Congratulations on your success Best wishes for lifetime success on your journey ❤

[@cecemeadows8117]

You said prescribed only like drugs aren't drugs.. Addiction is addiction.❤

[@candacea749]

I’ve been using your recipe for toothpaste for the last couple months, not only has it changed the sensitivity on my teeth, but it also doesn’t make it feel like my teeth is being stripped with a highly abrasive material. Thank you for sharing that recipe! And thank you for, being honest about harmful foods that we are exposed to.

[@whoknows8223]

I use that too. Coconut oil, baking soda and hydrogen peroxide👍👍👍 no fluoride

[@rumualdoviales2328]

I'm very glad I came across your channel. All the information you provide Dr. Berg is incredibly amazing! Thank you!

[@candyw3991]

I had a Coke Zero addiction and I almost end fainted when I realize the toll it took on my teeth and also started making me itch and have mood swings. I stopped taking it.

[@meincraft6015]

Did all of those symptoms disappear after eliminating only diet cola?

[@candyw3991]

@@meincraft6015 yep! All disappeared. I stay clear of it now

[@thuywu2304]

Excellent explanation and really informative. Thanks alot dr Berg for your information. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@lisalau2452]

I brought citric acid to clean the inside of my toilet water tank. It works really well.

[@hanzkoenig]

Thank you Dr. Berg for your fantastic channel and sharing invaluable information for good health! You're very much appreciated! Kind regards from England.

[@malisarel6646]

Dr. Berg What would be the recommended diet after Intestinal shortening surgery?

[@PianoGuitarVocal]

Excellent video! Thank you Dr. Berg!

[@mwilliams369]

Amazing video, Dr Berg. Great explanation. Thank you ❤😊

[@Drberg]

Most welcome! Glad you found the information useful!

[@healing682]

I can't get my head around people that still drink sodas regularly. There is a world of options people don't seem to be aware of.

[@reneeann5340]

Addiction

[@healing682]

@@reneeann5340 Not always, I was organising a family event on the other side of the world and I was advising not to have some drinks at a party and the response was - so what we can we drink (apart from sodas or wine). The average joe doesn't look past supermarket shelves.

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

You can drink Coke through a stainless steel straw 😊

[@healing682]

@@patriciaoreilly8907 I have stomach ulcers. Stopped drinking sodas some 15 years ago. I used to have at least 4-5 cans a day as a teenager.

[@soulsistah5738]

@@patriciaoreilly8907lmaoo yea ok

[@BM-7888]

DR. BERG, PLEASE MAKE A VIDEO ON- DOES PROLONGED FASTING KILL WORMS & PARASITES? THANK YOU FOR YOUR HARD WORK AND DEDICATION IN SAVING HUMANITY!

[@thenashvillenightshow5119]

Fascinating video. A must watch for everyone

[@Drberg]

I'm thankful!

[@lindaa5344]

Informative video. Thank you Dr. Berg. 🩷

[@marysh3840]

Thank you for sharing great health advice every day.

[@Andrew-ze5yo]

Thank you Dr. Berg! What are your thoughts on Hydroxyapatite toothpaste as an alternative to fluoride?

[@user-kf8wb2cq4f]

Willing be checking the Labels on Everything. I usually do But I'm turning my attention UP!

[@greenacres1739]

May want to use a straw when drinking lemon juice or drinks with citric acid.

[@khanaman7008]

Surprising information for me, thank you Dr berg

[@EmpressFerra]

😮 Wow. Very enlightening and super helpful. This video was definitely needed right now. Thank you!

[@gangella]

hello, you often talk about olive oil, but what about flaxseed oil (it is rich in omega 3) sesame oil, avocado oil and other vegetable oils

[@Meekseek]

I love your channel and videos, @Drberg but please note that YT Google's adverts are so loud they can blow ear drums when using head phones, I wonder why they think they've the right to play adverts at such a high volume like they just did now, they do it all the time with no consideration to the volume.

[@wavnino1]

Hey Doc, while on the subject of dental care, what are your thoughts on fluoride ? thanks.

[@user-lb6dh4xd9p]

Thank you for your sharing this ❤❤❤

[@karronlaneNOLA]

after using your electrolyte powder daily for a really long time .. . i'm no longer able to use it because i developed a histamine response to the citric acid in it. i had no idea it wasn't good for my teeth as well!!!

[@jannmagdaledale7847]

你真帅！我想起了以前的老中医，他就有这种范儿！

[@moonlightHare]

..thank you, so much info that makes a lot of sense 💜

[@snn2913]

@DrBerg could you please do a short (video) on the top three things that help with urinary incontinence for women? I'd like to send this to a relative 75+. She lives in another country (no English) so need the closed captions

[@Michael.Shayne]

When you pulled up the sugar water (Gatorade) i almost fell out of bed 😅 had a zero sugar one yesterday. Just looked at the bottle, citric acid is the 2nd ingredient plus it has the modified starch. Recently had a tooth extraction so im def going back to basics and drinking mostly water. I have a good 50-60 more yrs with these teeth, gotta protect

[@dealerofdeth]

I exacerbated the damage in my teeth with ACV. I was sipping it all day without knowing about oral PH and demineralization of my teeth. Two upper back molars are cracked in more than half and I haven't been able to chew food properly for a long time. That ph stuff is serious!

[@michelemcardell4896]

I did the same. I don’t drink ACV anymore

[@mahroof8730]

I thought i had teeth issues due to choklate and drinks,,but it's this oh thanks Dr bergs you are a 🌟,, peace 💚

[@angelamurphy4301]

Hey doc. I know you have videos about the benefits of lemon slices. Do raw lemons cause tooth damage?

[@godnyx117]

Thank you for the video, Dr. Berg! One thing I would like to ask, as it wasn't very clear to me in the video. Is there a problem when the NATURAL acid that comes with lemons? Meaning, if add lemon juice (by squishing the lemon) in my food, is that going to create a problem in my teeth or is it only the processed juices (with the added acids) that demineralize our teeth?

[@Apollos2023]

I think he said those were good. It’s the synthetic versions that are the problem.

[@godnyx117]

@@Apollos2023 Thank you for the reply! I do care a lot about it as I like lemons because of Vitamin C (and of course, their taste is good as well, hehe)!

[@Phoenixrises89]

@@godnyx117medical medium says lemons are great for us. I have 2 lemons daily (sliced) in a big mason jar of distilled water… Been years and no problems!

[@godnyx117]

@@Phoenixrises89 Thank you so much for the information!!!!

[@mekman4]

Thank you and good morning.

[@Drberg]

Hi there 👋

[@user-yq9lt8jn6r]

Thank you Dr Berg for sharing this incredible video. May God blessed you and your family!

[@Alem844]

Thank you Dr berg🙏

[@user-fl5em7zv2e]

Hi, Dr Berg. Can you make a video about Kleinfelter syndrome?

[@5fmuke535]

Thank you Dr. Berg👑🏆

[@Drberg]

Not a problem at all.

[@believe-in-yourself]

How about Inverted sugars! Glucose Syrup! Fructose Syrup..

[@KurtisDavid]

Very good video. Anyone know if any of his videos talk about kidney stones caused by High level Urine Calcium. And what to do or the cause? I've watched most of his kidney videos.

[@bradhuston7788]

What about citric acid already bound to magnesium, such as in CALM magnesium powder?

[@rus1078]

They put citric acid in so many products now not just junk . Really need to read labels 🤓

[@NewEra-]

Citric acid is NOT that bad for teeth.

[@rus1078]

I hope not, my teeth are barely hanging on 😁

[@johngeraghty2757]

​@@NewEra-please explain where you reached this conclusion. I'm all ears.

[@Sisiana311]

citric acid functions as conservant, maybe that's why. Also sugar is.

[@jsosianimations]

i thought the citric acid labeled in orange juice was the natural citric acid from the fruit

[@kprudhomme9287]

Very informative! ❤

[@Drberg]

Glad you liked it!

[@soumyajeetchakrabarty6872]

Charming and informative as ever

[@UnfilteredHues]

Dr. Berg. I would love it if you could make a video on Fluoride!!

[@billbright1755]

Brush your teeth 🪥 after meals and floss rinse with mouthwash. I’m 65 and my teeth are still fine. Had to have wisdom teeth removed because they rarely have enough room to erupt properly. They jam against second molars 🦷 and slowly wedge the rows out of proper alignment. Also they are harder to brush at the back of the mouth. Healthy teeth are a beautiful thing.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

Dr Berg notes: Our diet plays a crucial role in maintaining our overall health, including the health of our teeth and gums. Certain foods can lead to tooth enamel erosion, causing dental problems such as cavities, decay, and sensitivity. Here are some of the worst foods you should avoid for your teeth: • Diet soda • Candy • Powdered starches • Liquid sugar containing high-fructose corn syrup • Soda with phosphoric acid • Gummy bears and caramels But out of all these, the worst food for your teeth is not sugar but citric acid! Citric acid is a common ingredient in many processed foods and drinks, including fruit juices, diet sodas, and even some toothpaste. Despite being found naturally in fruits like lemons and limes, the citric acid used in processed products is often synthetically made. Citric acid is a powerful calcium chelator, which means it binds with calcium and pulls it out of teeth. This can lead to erosion and demineralization of teeth, causing them to weaken and become more susceptible to cavities. The pH of citric acid is also a contributing factor. While the ideal pH in the mouth is slightly above 7 (neutral or slightly alkaline), citric acid has a lower pH of around 3 to 6, making it even more damaging. The worst type of citric acid for teeth is trisodium citrate, also known as sodium citrate. It's commonly found in many processed products and is a major contributor to tooth erosion. So what can you do to protect your teeth from the harmful effects of citric acid? • Rinse your mouth with water after consuming anything • Check labels carefully and opt for products without synthetic citric acid • Use toothpaste that does not contain citric acid, or make your own at home using natural ingredients Thank you Dr Berg! 🐱👍

[@CatsMeow2.0-gr8gr]

Thx 🎉

[@josefserf1926]

Good work

[@kathleenking47]

Also, use xylitol gum, after eating these things. It will raise saliva pH up to 7.4 ..same as blood

[@johnwatts9932]

Wonder if a mouth wash with the fluoride in it is better than a water mouth wash...

[@michaeljdib]

Wow. Makes me want to have water more. Thanks Doc. I’m a good student of you.

[@nolomode14]

Excellent Video. I tried to search this channel for how to regrow tooth enamel. Is there a video that I missed?

[@Stephen_Strange]

I use a super tiny dot of no fluoride xilitol toothpaste with a dash of organic sea salt and a dash of baking soda. No problems for years and great detail leaning with one of those tooth detail brushes.

[@SaladMan23]

So is brushing w Baking soda beneficial for tooth enamel

[@pat-realfoodnanu9050]

Thinking about bone density and wondering if citric acid can affect that.

[@nerdbamarich2063]

Incredibly helpful 😊😊

[@mohammedalgahim8003]

Can you please make a video dedicated to root canals and whether or not their okay to have? I’m only asking because the day I had my first root canal is the day I started experiencing major health issues and I’m unsure if it’s related or not.

[@martalipiec1813]

No, it's not good nor healthy to have dead, infected organs in your body... yes organs... teeth are also organs. No branch of medicine would leave dead organs in the human body except dentistry. Search for "biological dentistry" and you will find the answer. A tooth can NEVER EVER be 100% disinfected, because it has thousands of side canals, where bacteria go into. Our immune system cells are too big to enter these canals and kill the bacteria. Dentists make fool of people to make money for the root canal treatments. Unfortunately I experienced it many times and now I'm awaiting a jaw bone surgery...

[@xejelah]

When I had braces, the metal kind, my dentist told me I could only have regular soda but not diet because the diet will eat the metal of my braces. After hearing that, my mom stopped drinking diet soda.

[@KaiPonte]

Another good video. About 15 years ago, I was chugging two or more Monster Energy drinks. I went to the dentist for my checkup, and he mentioned that my teeth looked like I had been sucking on acid. As much as I loved the taste, I quit the energy drinks right then and there. Haven't had a problem since.

[@chchwoman9960]

I take a lot of vit c tabs and have wondered how it might be affecting my teeth. I sometimes instinctively drink water after. Will make a point of that now, as I do swear by vit c for health

[@Ultra_Marathoner_Denis_Keane]

My jaw and lower teeth are in bits, watching Dr Bergs videos my jaw always plummets to the ground 😮

[@mariecurie7491]

😂

[@mahroof8730]

🤣

[@aprilgarnett55]

Go carnivore, it healed my teeth and gums, and that wasn't even something I knew was an effect of the diet. Plaque literally fell off. Teeth remineralized. Don't do mouthwash, kills good bacteria. Get a nanohypoxite(sp?) toothpaste

[@lucylu9792]

😂

[@Matthew25662]

I'm afraid I have citric acid teeth. So much tart candy consumed in my youth. Thank you.

[@TheSleepingonit]

I used to drink very strong lemon water

[@funtimes8296]

I use to live off candy, still intake a lot of sugar and soda and my dentist says I have some of the strongest enamel she's ever seen. Also didn't go to the dentist for 16 years and didn't have one cavity...

[@chadwellington2524]

@@funtimes8296 cool story buddy, you are an outlier then lol and hat proves nothing... sugar/candy is clearly bad for teeth

[@funtimes8296]

@@chadwellington2524 Thanks for listening

[@paigejude3260]

Hey this is cool. Do you think you do anything special like drink a lot of milk? Why do you think you have such strong enamel?

[@sheejajustin9768]

Thankyou Sir🙏

[@marianorton8190]

As usual you are always soo informative and helpful and versatile Dr Berg 🙏🏼😍✨❤️💓 thank you soo much for your input in people’s lives, specially mine and my children , many blessings to you Dr ! Thank you ❤️👁️

[@aamalkhan7659]

My angel doctor❤ always knows what I'm going through 🥺 this morning I went to my dentist because of tooth pain

[@masonmarcobello3164]

What’s the best way to make our teeth naturally whiter?

[@climate-civilizations]

Activated charcoal

[@masonmarcobello3164]

@@climate-civilizations is that in a toothpaste form or something else?

[@climate-civilizations]

@@masonmarcobello3164 There are toothpaste with activated charcoal but also they sell it in the form of pills. You empty the pill and gentle dip your brush in the powder then gentle brush it on your teeth. Just make sure it's not too much as it's kind of abrasive.

[@Aditya-mj4un]

Dr berg please make a video on functional dyspepsia

[@Drberg]

I’ve done videos on this - check them out: www.youtube.com/@Drberg/search?query=Dyspepsia%20

[@kitt7477]

Also try to cook with & consume coconut milk/oil much more often, as it is very beneficial for keeping teeth & gums healthy.

[@Nolberi]

You recommend drinking lemon water the first thing In the morning. How to minimize the bad effects of citric acid, is it okay to drink with a straw?

[@melsterifficmama1808]

He said gargle and swish with water.

[@zippitydoodah5693]

Yep!

[@Drberg]

Thanks for watching!

[@kevinknight6302]

Gratitude never gets old

[@bulbuulo320]

Thanks Dr

[@virginiashoemaker4045]

Im confused now. You pushed ACV and lemon. Never heard of you talking about this. Hope it's not to late for my teeth now😢

[@plumpychunky]

They are good for the body, hard on the teeth. I have them every day. Just dilute with water and drink them with a straw.. and then take a few gulps of regular water to wash things down afterwards.

[@johnkap5740]

Dr. Berg, I've been ordering your electrolyte drinks for years and the first ingredient is Citric Acid!!!! Should I stop ordering???

[@cherylrobinson517]

Just rinse your mouth with water after drinking it.

[@Drberg]

No! Please see my clarification above: RE: Citric Acid Clarification in Dr Berg's Products: Some people are concerned that all citric acid is the same and creates the same effect. This is not true. It really depends on the source. Our citric acid is from a fruit and is in very low concentrations. If we compare this to the citric acid in junk foods - which is massive, there is a big difference. One thing I should have clarified is citric acid is also made by our body - if you look at the krebs cycle in the mitochondria - the first molecule and feeds the whole machine is citric acid.

[@WarriorsPhoto]

I appreciate you addressing this Dr. Berg. I really do need to read labels more. 😮

[@monical.2417]

Yes! I drink Dr Berg's electrolytes every morning before coffee! ❤

[@emh8861]

🤣

[@0201Cosmic]

I drink water through the day from a glass with a slice of non-squeezed lemon in it. The water is sparkling, which i find helps draw the flavour out. I'm guessing that's not an amount of citric acid for concern?

[@mariojortiz23]

Thank you sir

[@hpagoda]

Strict carnivore has completely transformed my teeth and gums

[@zarater73]

I just started carnivore. How long have you been strict carnivore? How has it changed your teeth and gums?

[@hpagoda]

@@zarater73 no more plaque, no more inflamed gums

[@stefaniakonstantinidou981]

​@hpagoda do u mean no fruit or veg at all?

[@hpagoda]

@@stefaniakonstantinidou981 correct

[@supermario4024]

​@@hpagodaMy battery is low ..I would come back after I charge my cell phone fully and get more info about tooth healing with carnivore diet..thanks in advance

[@docathelake]

You’re confusing erosion with decay, I believe regular soda is way worse than diet soda as far as causing decay goes… diet soda does cause erosion, but not decay, plus fructose is worse than sucrose because it has one less covalent bond and it’s easier for the bacteria to eat and poop acid in your mouth… and decay destroys way more teeth than erosion does and the worst erosive acid for the teeth isn’t citric acid it’s stomach acid… when you think of decay think of the bacteria eating holes in your teeth, and when you think of erosion think of your teeth wearing down.. two completely different processes

[@emh8861]

I think maybe he’s talking about the citric acid in it ?

[@docathelake]

@@emh8861 yes but decay causes way more damage to teeth which leads to way more tooth loss so this info will only confuse people when he said sugared soda caused less damage than diet soda… google soda and juice decay and then google dental erosion … as bad as erosion is, especially in bulimics and lemon eaters I see 1000’s more teeth lost to sugar and especially fruit sugar… he’s right on this because it causes erosion and decay…

[@nightingaleofsorrow9349]

Use a straw with diet soda! Problem solved. 👍

[@youmemeyou]

What about coffee ☕? I take coffee daily with sugar!

[@lorcan8484]

​@@youmemeyouabsolutely fine . just don't go more than 3 times per day

[@nicholasb8799]

Thank you sir...

[@JSFGuy]

No doubt.

[@ThePeacemaker848]

I drink way to much diet cola. I think it's time to stop.

[@mariecurie7491]

Living in Italy, much of this stuff I don't even recognise. What are sodas? Anyway my teeth are nice and clean with bicarbonate of soda

[@peterviles6320]

Sodas are pop like Coke, Dr. Pepper etc

[@UraTrowelie]

I just had an imported Italian soda yesterday. So...

[@judod97]

ever had a san pellegrino lemonade?

[@raynadelasal1365]

This is a joke, right?

[@DJmisterpeluca]

The good old mediterranian diet.

[@ajgb556]

Great and informative! I’ve always wondered about chewing gum. Even sugar free gum. It it bad for my teeth and overall health?

[@Reeshaplease]

Dr. Berg, thank you! You’ve helped my health tremendously. Obviously, I’m still young but it’s help me prevent a lot of things from occurring! ❤

[@Drberg]

Very glad to be of help!

[@hodgee4199]

watching this drinking a zero sugar Red Bull, terrified to look at the back of the label because i know what i'll find.

[@Jack0Ward]

'This can lead to erosion and demineralization of teeth', the question is, is it possible to undo or naturally repair them?

[@Okunniger_Volker]

Yes, hydroxyapatite (what your teeth are made of) toothpaste and mouthwash, your body also makes this from I believe vitamin d3 and calcium, so milk and sunlight.

[@healing682]

@@Okunniger_Volker Raw milk, start an oral detox following up with a new oral care routine including oil pulling, tongue scraping, nano hydroxyapatite tooth paste or powder (primal life organics has an amazing tooth powder) chew xylitol/frankincense gum or mints, get a good oral prebiotic/probiotic like Armra colostrum

[@zebbieloo7409]

More calcium in greens. Milk strips calcium. Milk is created for thst baby animal. Unless its human milk lol. Milk is no good for anyone

[@KR-os6nn]

check out WAPF.

[@Okunniger_Volker]

@zebbieloo7409 sources on milk stripping calcium? Milk has been my go to for remineralizing my teeth, milk and sunlight and it was noticeable within 24hrs, calcium in plants is not as bioavalible and won't create hydroxyapatite as readily because of this.

[@YashoShasho]

Xylitol (birch kind) helps remineralize teeth. My dentist confirmed this. What I’d like to know is can the other type of xylitol made with corn work also?

[@ronm6585]

Thanks

[@dianakidd4219]

Dear Mr Dentist, please lobby for Medicare people to get free dentistry. We have billions to give other countries. I’d love to see us take care of our own. America first sounds like a dream these days

[@kw9568]

Wait...so water with lemon is bad?

[@plumpychunky]

Good for the body, hard on the teeth and throat. I've read that it's good to drink lemon water with a straw (to bypass the teeth) and then rinse with regular water afterwards to make sure all acid is washed out of the mouth and throat.

[@plumpychunky]

@@NoName88837 If I drink lemon water with a metal straw, and the end of the metal straw is basically at the top of my throat (completely behind my teeth), how does it not bypass my teeth lol?

[@kw9568]

@@plumpychunky thank you!!! That's a good idea. 😀

[@kw9568]

@NoName88837 okay but even if it doesn't totally bypass the teeth, it still helps a helps right?

[@cherylrobinson517]

Just rinse with clear water after

[@farcebrook]

Any thoughts on calcium citrate?

[@truthiseverything9511]

I drink (real) lemon water every day. Is this as damaging as the extracted version?