Adverse Effects of Sports & energy drinks.

Sports & energy drinks

Thousands years ago, the choice was simple.when it came to drink - there was no choice ,it was water or nothing.

Today we live in different world.every year about 100 beverages come out into the market,targeting raising income and our innate fondness for anything sweet.and they're changing they way we get our nutrients.

Study released from the Academy of general dentistry says that SPORTS & ENERGY DRINKS can cause irreversible damage to teeth.moreover they are rich in calories,but drink dont make us feel full the way food does. we keep consuming them and end up with a calorie intake overall.
According to ACADEMY OF GENERAL DENTISTRY ,the acidity levels were tested by immersing an actual tooth in these drink for 15 minutes at a time.the process was repeated 4 times over 5 days and the results were overwhelmingly clear.Researchers found that damage to the tooth enamel was evident after just 5days and the affects were more severe when the test was done with energy drinks alone.

Another study conducted by AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL NUTRITION ,published their findings in journal that energy intake, the nutrient content and any health benefits (or drawbacks) of a range of popular drinks and ranked them from best to worst.

HELPFUL TIPS :
1.Rinse out your mouth with water or chew some sugar-free gum after having energy drinks. This rebalances the pH level in your mouth to counteract the acid. Don’t brush for a while after drinking—your enamel is still soft and brushing can damage it even more.

2.Drink sports drinks before you get dehydrated, not after. That way, you’ll have the saliva you need to protect your teeth.

3.Drink it all at once. Your mouth takes time to recover after each sip, so drinking continuously prevents teeth from regaining their protection.

4.Stick to healthier options when NOT working out. Sports drinks are meant to rehydrate and replenish when you’re working out hard. So, if you’re just “active”, consider alternatives like water or electrolyte drops in water.

Periodontal Disease may delay conception

An Australian study involving 4013 pregnant women has shown that periodontal disease may delay the time needed for conception an average of two months.
University of Australia researchers found that women with gum disease need an average of seven months to become pregnant while the average is around five months for women with healthy gums.
Periodontal Disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and bones that support the teeth. Previous studies have linked gum disease with a number of other health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, arthritis, respiratory ailments, low birth weight or pre-term babies and impotence in men.
While the mechanisms involved in the oral/systemic relationship are still being studied, what is clear is that chronic inflammation appears to be the cause of a chain of reactions that may affect other organs such as the reproductive system.
Since Periodontal Disease is a modifiable risk factor, the scientists in the study emphasize the importance of good oral health and that dental hygiene is just a part of “a whole package of healthy lifestyle”.Researchers further suggest that women who are considering becoming pregnant should consult with a dental professional to make sure they do not have gum disease.