article_snippet.sent: Although fruit is considered to contain healthy acids, this is only the case when those who enjoy making breakfast smoothies and juices – beware are consumed as a whole, rather than as a concentrated juice.
article_snippet.sent: When fruit is juiced or blended, the sugars are released from the structure of fruit and if drunk frequently can lead to decay.
article_snippet.sent: Juices also tend to have a high acid content which can severely damage the enamel of your teeth in a similar way to fizzy drinks.
article_snippet.sent: However, if you really can't bear to give up fruit juice, drink you really can't bear to give up fruit juice through a straw to limit the damage to your teeth.
article_snippet.sent: Dr Patel said when fruit is juiced or blended, sugars are released from the structure of the fruit, causing decay.