According to a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Periodontology in April 2019, an anti-inflammatory diet can "reduce gingivitis" .
People who eat an "anti-inflammatory diet" rich in fruits, vegetables, nuts and fish are less likely to have gingivitis. This it the conclusion from research carried out by the Dept of Dentistry and Periodontology at the University of Freiburg in Germany.
A group of 30 people were divided into 2 groups, an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group changed to a diet low in processed carbohydrates and animal proteins and rich in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin C and D, and fibres for four weeks, The control group did not change their diet. Both groups suspended interdental cleaning during the study.
At the end of the four weeks, the experimental group showed " a significant reduction in gingival bleeding" as wells as a significant increase in Vitamin D values and weight loss. There were no difference between the two groups in terms of plaque values.
Researchers concluded that, the study "showed that gingivitis is profoundly affected by diet" and the gingival inflammation can be reduced by changing to a plant-based, whole-food diet.
It was noted that a healthy diet might has a place a role in boosting the host immune system and reducing inflammatory reactions to dental biofilm.
"The findings in the paper – that reducing processed carbohydrate and animal-protein consumption whilst increasing omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins C and D, antioxidant micronutrients, plant nitrates and fibre leads to a reduction in gingivitis or gum disease – are important for oral health, which also is thought to contribute to our systemic health."
In short, switching to a healthy plant-based diet rich in fruit, vegetables, whole foods lower in processed carbohydrate will not only help you waist line, but will also significantly improve the health of your gums. #dentalcareireland#northumberlanddentalcare#oralhygiene#sugar#sugarytreats#toothbrushing#flouride#sweets#dentist#dentistdublin#dentistdublin4 #diet #healthydiet #gumdisease #gingivitis #periodontitis