Exploring Putative Causal Associations between Diet and Periodontal Disease Susceptibility

CONCLUSIONS: The findings suggest potential protective effects of higher fruit and water intake against gingivitis and other periodontal problems, while alcohol and processed meat intake may increase the risks of periodontal disease. Our study provides preliminary causal evidence on the effects of diet on periodontal health and could inform prevention strategies targeting dietary habits to improve oral health.KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER STATEMENT: This study suggests that fruit and water intake may protect against periodontal disease, while alcohol and processed meats increase risk, informing dietary guidelines to improve oral health.PMID:38708597 | DOI:10.1177/23800844241247485

Source: Cell Research - May 6, 2024 Category: Cytology Authors: X X Ying Y Hou X Zheng J X Ma M L Wu M Liu X Y Liu K L Zhang Source Type: research