EATING chocolate could halve the risk of gum disease, researchers believe.
Antioxidants from cocoa beans particularly in dark chocolate may be behind it, the experts reckon.
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Cheese and unsalted peanuts are also linked to a lower risk, but filtered coffee and low-calorie drinks can increase the risk.
The study by Chongqing Medical University in China reported: “Our findings suggest the potential of personalised diets.”
Chocolate and cheese are linked to a 54 per cent lower risk of gum disease, while unsalted peanuts are linked to a 71 per cent lower risk.
Rice is linked to a 58 per cent lower risk, but filtered coffee raises the risk by 42 pe cent with a 57 per cent greater risk with low-calorie drinks.
It is thought additives in the drinks may be a factor.
