The Oral Health Foundation has published information about how our body’s overall health is interconnected, and that includes the relationship between your gut and your mouth. A balanced diet, along with gut-friendly probiotics, can not only improve your digestion but also help maintain a healthy mouth, reducing the risk of gum disease, cavities and bad breath.

How gut health affects oral health

The health of your gut and mouth are closely linked through the oral-gut axis, meaning what happens in your digestive system can impact your mouth, and vice versa. Research shows that an imbalance in the bacteria in your gut can contribute to gum disease, cavities, and even conditions like oral infections. However, a healthy gut environment helps maintain a strong immune system, which supports your body’s ability to fight harmful bacteria in your mouth.

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