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<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nThe Negative Effects of Sports Drinks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nWhile sports drinks are a common beverage to consume when engaged in sports or strenuous activities, there are some negative effects everyone must be aware of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Filled With Sugar<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIt is a well-known fact that sports drinks are marketed with less sugar content than a typical can of soda\u2026but the reality is that they still contain significant amounts of simple sugars. These sugars promote growth of bacteria on the tooth surface resulting in tooth decay<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nExtremely Acidic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nSports drinks are known to be highly acidic, which can weaken the enamel of the tooth<\/a>. The acids can wear the protective layer down to the dentin, resulting tooth decay and eventually, tooth loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\nMarks on Teeth<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nOne of the more common issues that sports drinks cause is marking or stains<\/a> on the tooth surface. Acidity, as seen with consumption of sports drinks can damage the enamel allowing dyes to stain the teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\nTeeth Become Sensitive<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nDamage to the enamel from acidity, especially that seen with sports drink consumption, can cause sensitivity. Hot and cold drinks and those with high amounts of sugar can stimulate this sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Protect Your Teeth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you or your children regularly consume sports drinks and other sugary beverages, there are some preventive measures you can take to protect the health of your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Follow a Precautionary Routine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nTo protect your teeth and oral cavity when consuming sports drinks, it is recommended to rinse with water or brush your teeth<\/a> after drinking the drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\nDrink Sports Drinks with Less Sugar &Acid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nDue to public outcry, there are sports drinks available on the market with low sugar and less acidity content. Any form of these drinks with artificial sweeteners should be taken in lower amounts, if not avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Drink Other Energy Fluids<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nA more \u201chealthy version\u201d of sports drinks can be made by adding electrolytes with water. Individually packaged electrolytes are available in different flavours without the added sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look for Natural Options<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nHydration is key for good health including healthy teeth. For those looking for natural options to replenish electrolytes, consider pure coconut water, watermelon juice, or consume fruit with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Visit Princeview Dental for a Family Dentist in Etobicoke<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nAs a dentist based in Etobicoke, Dr. Janice Mummery and her dental team at Princeview Dental Group<\/strong> offers family dental care<\/a>. Based on individualized plans, our services are available for all dental needs at our dental clinic in Etobicoke. Contact us today<\/a> to book a routine checkup, cleaning, or consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Sports drinks are used by athletes to stay hydrated, as well as those who are ill and need to replenish lost electrolytes. Despite the hydration benefits, however, more and more family dentists in Etobicoke are warning about the constant use of sports drinks, especially by young children. Sports drinks were first created as a citrus flavoured sugar water in the Continue Reading<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[40,52],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4462","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","category-dental-care","cat-40-id","cat-52-id"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4462","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4462"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4462\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4464,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4462\/revisions\/4464"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4462"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4462"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4462"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
It is a well-known fact that sports drinks are marketed with less sugar content than a typical can of soda\u2026but the reality is that they still contain significant amounts of simple sugars. These sugars promote growth of bacteria on the tooth surface resulting in tooth decay<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Sports drinks are known to be highly acidic, which can weaken the enamel of the tooth<\/a>. The acids can wear the protective layer down to the dentin, resulting tooth decay and eventually, tooth loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the more common issues that sports drinks cause is marking or stains<\/a> on the tooth surface. Acidity, as seen with consumption of sports drinks can damage the enamel allowing dyes to stain the teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Damage to the enamel from acidity, especially that seen with sports drink consumption, can cause sensitivity. Hot and cold drinks and those with high amounts of sugar can stimulate this sensation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you or your children regularly consume sports drinks and other sugary beverages, there are some preventive measures you can take to protect the health of your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To protect your teeth and oral cavity when consuming sports drinks, it is recommended to rinse with water or brush your teeth<\/a> after drinking the drink.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Due to public outcry, there are sports drinks available on the market with low sugar and less acidity content. Any form of these drinks with artificial sweeteners should be taken in lower amounts, if not avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A more \u201chealthy version\u201d of sports drinks can be made by adding electrolytes with water. Individually packaged electrolytes are available in different flavours without the added sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hydration is key for good health including healthy teeth. For those looking for natural options to replenish electrolytes, consider pure coconut water, watermelon juice, or consume fruit with water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n As a dentist based in Etobicoke, Dr. Janice Mummery and her dental team at Princeview Dental Group<\/strong> offers family dental care<\/a>. Based on individualized plans, our services are available for all dental needs at our dental clinic in Etobicoke. Contact us today<\/a> to book a routine checkup, cleaning, or consultation.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Sports drinks are used by athletes to stay hydrated, as well as those who are ill and need to replenish lost electrolytes. Despite the hydration benefits, however, more and more family dentists in Etobicoke are warning about the constant use of sports drinks, especially by young children. Sports drinks were first created as a citrus flavoured sugar water in the Continue Reading<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[40,52],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4462","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","category-dental-care","cat-40-id","cat-52-id"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4462","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4462"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4462\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4464,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4462\/revisions\/4464"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4462"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4462"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/1stonthelist.website\/temp\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4462"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Extremely Acidic<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Marks on Teeth<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Teeth Become Sensitive<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How to Protect Your Teeth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Follow a Precautionary Routine<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Drink Sports Drinks with Less Sugar &Acid<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Drink Other Energy Fluids<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Look for Natural Options<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Visit Princeview Dental for a Family Dentist in Etobicoke<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n