date:Jan 10, 2019
The Oral Health Foundation claims that blueberries (and cranberries) seem especially good for oral health. Dentists have urged manufacturers of mouthwash and toothpastes to start using the blueberries in their products.
It comes after scientists found the berries can reduce the risk of tooth decay by lowering the activity of bacteria in the mouth. Fruits such as these are a rich source of polyphenols which are antioxidants, already known to protect against free radicals in the body.
Dr Nigel C