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What Is Tooth Enamel?
Enamel (Latin: substantia adamantina or enamelum) is a solid mineral tissue that covers the dentin in the area of the anatomical crown of the tooth.
In the picture: A woman’s smile, white teeth.
How Does Citric Acid Damage Tooth Enamel?
Citric acid, found in lemons and other citrus fruits, is strong enough to erode and thin tooth enamel.
In the picture: A woman’s mouth biting on a lemon.
Drink Lemon Water through a Straw
When you drink lemon water, or any citrus juice, the citric acid passes over your teeth.
That’s why, whenever you drink lemon water or citrus juice, it’s best to use a glass straw. I emphasise glass because a glass straw is eco-friendly, versatile, and ergonomic.
In the picture: A glass straw, a straw brush, a glass bottle with lemon water, a lemon next to the bottle.
In the picture: Marina from Health Glows drinks lemon water through a straw.
Why Is Constantly Drinking through a Straw Bad for You?
However, it’s also important to know that constantly drinking through a straw is not recommended. Frequent straw use can contribute to the formation of so-called smoker’s wrinkles around the lips, and it also causes you to swallow extra air, which may lead to hiccups and an upset stomach.
That said, drinking lemon water through a straw once a day is perfectly safe, helps protect your teeth, and still allows you to enjoy all the benefits of consuming lemon water.
In the picture: A glass straw in a glass bottle with lemon water.
Order a Glass Straw
Order your glass straw as part of a complete raw vegan utensil set. Get your personal utensil set now – simply click the red button below.
In the picture: A glass straw, a straw brush, a utensil set for a raw vegan diet.
Marina from Health Glows
As a certified raw vegan diet and healthy lifestyle coach, Marina helps her clients and followers to transition to a raw vegan diet in a proven and sustainable way in order to get rid of health problems and build a high level of health.