Time is of the essence.

During meals, your mouth produces more saliva, which helps wash away food particles and balance out the acids your mouth’s bacteria create. Eat sweets and other sugary foods with meals or soon after if you enjoy them.

If it’s sticky, be fussy.

Dried fruit is frequently the first item on people’s lists of healthful snacks. However, a lot of dried fruits are sticky, and foods that are sticky tend to remain on teeth longer than other kinds of food. Be sure to rinse your mouth with water and brush your teeth properly if you find yourself eating a lot of dried fruits, such raisins or cranberries.

Don’t drink too much alcohol.

Along with your alcoholic beverages, make an effort to drink a lot of water. Additionally, keep in mind that too much alcohol might cause dry mouth.

Be gentle with the hard candies.

Certain sweets cause more trouble than others. Hard sweets can damage your teeth since they are high in sugar and have been linked to chipped or broken teeth. (When eating nuts, take care not to chip or break your teeth.)

Be wary of starchy meals.

Because they frequently become lodged in your teeth, they are cunning. Take additional care to floss that day to get rid of all the food particles that might cause plaque buildup if you decide to indulge in cakes and chips.

You can still have fun

What can you eat, then? Many things! Make lean protein—like skinless chicken, fish, and lean beef—a priority. Don’t forget to change up your diet. Consume healthy grains and dairy products that are low in fat or fat-free. It’s a good idea to start thinking about healthy behaviors throughout the holidays. For the sake of both your general health and the health of your teeth, if you must snack, choose a healthy option like cheese, yogurt, fruits, and vegetables.