How does sugar rot away at your teeth?
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It’s not the sugar itself that rots your teeth. It’s the bacteria. Your mouth is full of bacteria that aid in digestion and other important functions, but they produce waste like any other organism. This waste is acidic, which is what causes tooth decay. And the bacteria in your mouth love sugar, so the more sugar you eat, the more they eat, and the more waste they produce. That’s why excessive sugar consumption is linked to tooth decay.
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