Even if they are homemade and have no added sugar, fruit candies contain natural sugars and their sticky texture clings to teeth; they should therefore be consumed occasionally to avoid repeated acid attacks.

noli's read

This creator's advice is based on very sound oral health principles. A major systematic review by Moynihan and Kelly (2014), analyzing numerous observational studies, confirms that the frequency of free sugar consumption (present in fruit purees and concentrates) is the key factor in the development of cavities. With each intake, bacteria in the mouth produce acids that attack the enamel, a temporary phenomenon that repeats with every snack. Furthermore, World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines confirm that a sticky texture increases the contact time of sugars with the teeth, which slows down natural cleansing by saliva. The creator's analysis is therefore scientifically rigorous and does not present any exaggeration.

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