Can Chewing Sunflower Seeds Damage my Teeth?
Recently I became addicted to sunflower seeds. Popping them in, hulling them with my teeth, eating the seed, and spitting the husk. Good stuff.
But I was wondering if doing this can damage my teeth. On one hand I want to say ‘yes’ because of the simple fact that it is food, after all, and can dirty my teeth just like anything else.
But then I also think ‘no’ and that it might even have the opposite affect since the rough husks may possibly scrape tarter or cavity causing susbtances from my teeth.
Your thoughts??
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2 comments a "Can Chewing Sunflower Seeds Damage my Teeth?"
It’s not very likely… but there’s always that slim chance that you’ll get a really tough seed and the hull will chip a tooth. I’ve certainly bitten down on some hard ones before (I finally quit buy them, and only get the sunflower kernels now, because I got tired of it).
Chewing sunflower seeds provide a good source of dietary fiber, protein and vitamin E. They also provide important minerals such as magnesium and selenium. Vitamins and minerals are vital to our health and longevity. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant which helps protect cells from damage by free radicals, as well as help prevent blood clots. Also, remember that chewing sunflower seeds prevent halitosis (bad breath); the seeds cannot damage your teeth, but continue to use the other measures to keep your teeth white and healthy.
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