What Is Keto Diet? I first tried the keto diet lifestyle 1.5 years ago. It took a lot of research to convince me to get on keto- online blogs, meeting a certified Keto nutritionist, and medical articles before I made up my mind. At that time, I stuck to a strict keto regime for 6-8 …
What Is Keto Diet?
I first tried the keto diet lifestyle 1.5 years ago. It took a lot of research to convince me to get on keto- online blogs, meeting a certified Keto nutritionist, and medical articles before I made up my mind. At that time, I stuck to a strict keto regime for 6-8 weeks before moving to a low-carb lifestyle.
A few weeks ago, I decided to give keto another try. Mostly because I’d put on a little weight in the last few months, and from previous experience, I know it was a sure-shot way to lose the weight and keep it off while ensuring I have no tiredness, lethargy or craving while I watch what I eat.
What I HADN’T read about and what I DIDN’T expect I’d find was the effects of Keto on my teeth! So this is what I found-
What You Need To Know About Keta Diet
Keto Breath– Every article/ blog/ person who has tried keto speaks about this one major issue. When your body is in ketosis, your breath often smells of the unbound ketones that escape with the air. It’s pegged as a sweetish, slightly metallic smell. While I couldn’t smell my own breath, I didn’t want to wait till someone else could. I work in proximity with patients and didn’t want to be that dentist who has bad breath! The easiest way to tackle this is to sip water throughout the day, especially just before you see each patient. Additionally, one can add a few sprigs of pudina, basil or any herbs to water.
NO Plaque!– I got the biggest kick with this part. I suddenly noticed that I no longer had plaque film on my teeth at the end of the day. Doesn’t mean I stop brushing at night, but it keeps teeth feeling fresh through the day. Plaque is primarily formed by bacteria in the mouth, which feed on carbs, so no carbs- no plaque.
No more Bleeding gums– Gingivitis is the proper term for swollen gum and swollen gums bleed. Carb-rich foods increase gum inflammation. Cutting the consumption of sugary foods and soft drinks reduces gingivitis. By not eating the carbs that stick to the base of your teeth, you’re preventing gum disease. It’s important to note that this doesn’t just include products like refined sugar and corn syrup, but also breads, rice, potatoes, and any grain-based foods.
Goodbye cavities– This one’s a no brainer! The primary cause of cavities is sugars that stick to your teeth for prolonged periods of time, until they attract bacteria and plaque. All carbohydrates have traits that contribute to the accumulation of acid and development of cavities. Since the keto diet inherently minimizes these cavity-causing carbs, it’s easy to see how it’s a great way to minimize decay.
Conclusion
Despite all of the research that exists touting the many benefits of keto, there is still much more to learn about this dietary lifestyle. No other diet boasts of significant weight loss benefits, boosts to your energy level, and has studies confirming that it’s great for your teeth as well. Whatever your reasons for trying the keto diet, as long as it’s well researched- there are numerous ways that it can improve your health and help you achieve your fitness goals.
