Tomatoes are a popular addition to our salads, burgers, and drinks.

However… this red and rounded fruit is unfortunately rich in acids. A tomato’s pH range is between 3.5 and 4.9. Their pH can vary depending on whether the tomato is canned, fresh, or cooked. (6)

The varied acid countenance of foods like tomatoes attacks the mineral found in the tooth enamel. As a result… the enamel wears away… exposing the dark yellow dentine underneath. (7)

And while there is no definitive study looking at the impact of tomatoes on oral health… experts have confirmed that consuming acidic foods regularly can wear down the enamel and rot the teeth. (8)

All in all, if you notice that your teeth are:

-      Sensitive

-      Discolored

-      Soft and unusually rounded

-      Cracked

-      Transparent at the edge

You might want to stay clear of acidic foods like citrus fruit, pickles, and tomatoes… and speak with your dentist.

Limiting your consumption of these healthy foods can prevent further degradation of your enamels. Alternatively... citrus fruit and tomatoes, in particular, can be drunk with a straw. This provides you with all their nutrients without harming your teeth.

No one wants to have cracked, discolored teeth that are slowly rotting… and one natural and effective way to avoid it is through food. You can replace acidic foods with mineral-rich fruit, grains, and vegetables... that will remineralize and reinforce your enamel.