Energy drinks and gels damaging athletes' teeth, study finds

Many sportspeople have good oral health but are at greater risk of decay and acid erosion British Olympic and professional athletes could be damaging their teeth by regular using sports drinks, energy bars and gels, according to a study. Researchers from University College London surveyed 352 female and male athletes across 11 sports, including cycling, swimming, rugby, football, rowing, hockey, sailing and athletics. The study concluded that elite athletes had poor oral health despite efforts t...