HUMAN NUTRITION

Detailed explanation-1: -The high acid content present in most sports drinks is enough to weaken tooth enamel, which makes the teeth more susceptible to bacteria and tooth decay. Weakened, or softened, tooth enamel can also lead to: Damage to the tissue under the enamel as well as the enamel of the teeth.

Detailed explanation-2: -Cavities, also called tooth decay or caries, are caused by a combination of factors, including bacteria in your mouth, frequent snacking, sipping sugary drinks and not cleaning your teeth well.

Detailed explanation-3: -Even with regular brushing and flossing, both regular and diet sodas can break down the enamel of teeth. Tiny bacteria live between and around teeth and, when exposed to the sugar in soft drinks, produce an acid that causes damage to tooth enamel, which eventually leads to decay and cavities.

Detailed explanation-4: -Even if you leave out the ice, drinking cold water causes your tooth enamel to weaken, which makes anything else you intake in the near future much more likely to develop staining or decay within the tooth.