oral hygiene

It found young male and female players are more likely to have major problems with tooth decay and poor oral hygiene than non-footballers of a similar age.

Dentists also have concerns about what pouches mean for oral hygiene.

The study found that though this community has generally poor oral hygiene, it also had low rates of dementia and cardiovascular disease.

"We know that healthier eating, more physical activity, better sleep, stress reduction techniques, preventive oral hygiene, use of sunscreen, and reducing or eliminating use of tobacco, alcohol and other substances can all impact appearance later in life, as well as physical and mental health," he said.

Good oral hygiene and a nitrate rich diet could be the key to a healthier body, a vibrant smile and disease-free gums.