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New research has suggested that consuming foods high in sugar and carbohydrates can negatively impact the oral health of post-menopausal women.
The study, published in Scientific Reports by Nature, analyzed the composition of oral bacteria in more than 1200 post-menopausal women. The researchers obtained samples from the subgingival plaques which form beneath the gums.
The research found that sugary foods with high glycemic loads, such as bakery items and soft drinks, can result in poor oral health, leading to health issues in older women.
The study discovered that total carbohydrates, glycemic load, and sucrose are connected with oral health in post-menopausal women. The scientists also found a correlation between a bacteria responsible for tooth decay and heart diseases and the existence of a bacteria that causes gingivitis in women with high sugar intake.
The study raises questions about how diet relates to the oral microbiome and dental hygiene.
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