Many of us rely on coffee to kickstart our days, whether it’s in the form of a flat white, cappuccino or tall, oat milk latte with caramel syrup. But did you know that regular coffee is highly acidic with a pH range between 4.8-5.2? Over time this could weaken tooth enamel over time and be detrimental to overall dental health.

Acidic beverages may damage tooth enamel while also contributing to digestive discomfort or heart burn.1 Additionally, they may also lead to stomach upset and heartburn for certain people.1

Decaf coffee may never be completely free from caffeine, but its production process makes decaf options less acidic than regular ones. Solvent chemicals (methylene chloride and ethyl acetate) are used during decaffeination to extract it from beans while leaving behind contaminants including polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons and dioxins that have been linked with cancerous development.

Low acid coffee options have become readily available and offer you a tasty way to stay on track with your morning caffeine habit without compromising either your digestive health or dental hygiene. Ranging from 5.5-50% less acid content than regular brews, these alternatives may reduce risk of enamel erosion while making morning rituals even simpler!