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Swollen and Sore Gums Could Benefit from one Natural Solution: A Favorable Diet

Swollen And Sore Gums could be an indication of of gum disease. There are several causes for swollen sore gum, including: bacteria, poor brushing habits, hormones, or poor nutrition.

What is the link between sore swollen of gums and vitamin C?

The link between insufficient consumption of vitamin C and swollen sore gums is well known. Although vitamin C deficiency is not very common, one of the most frequent symptoms of its lack are swollen and sore gums. People who take less than the recommended daily dose have more chances of having a swollen gum and developing gum disease.

Vitamin C can prevent swollen of gums, or better, gum degeneration. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, and it helps in the repair of connective tissues and the regeneration of bones.

How much daily vitamin C will prevent sore swollen gums?

Children ages 4-16 should have a minimum of 45mg a day, whereas adults should have 90mg a day. Many studies suggest that for optimal antioxidant protection we need as much as 500mg a day. However, it appears that most people do not even get the minimal recommended dose.

Vitamin C is not only the major water-based antioxidant in your body, but can regenerate other very important antioxidants. So, poor consumption of vitamin C levels can ultimately cause decreased performance.

What should you eat to prevent swollen and sore gums?

Vitamin C is abundant in many food sources. The best fruit sources of vitamin C are guava, acerola cherry, kiwifruit, orange, mango, grapefruit, and papaya. You can find vitamin C in many vegetables, the best are: green peppers, tomatoes, broccoli, .potatoes, and beans.

Although whenever practical fresh fruits should be your number one choice, an always practical choice is a quality vitamin c supplement.

Could a vitamin C supplement do better than food sources?

Could a megadose really be the solution to prevent swollen sore gums and increase performance?

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