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effect on blood cholesterol in the majority of people (106). Additionally, a massive review study that included 263,938 individuals found that egg consumption had no association with the risk of heart disease (107). What we’re left with is one of the most nutritious foods on the planet, and the yolk is where almost all of the nutrients are found. Telling people to throw away the yolk is among the worst pieces of advice in the history of nutrition. Causes of White Spots on Teeth Are you worried that you have noticed few white spots on your teeth in the morning? I know, now you just want to know what causes white spots on the teeth. Actually, there are various reasons due to which a person can develop white spots on the teeth and the reasons also vary from person to person. Some of the common causes due to which JOY FEELINGS MAGAZINE a person can develop white spots on the teeth are given below. Let’s read to know about them. Fluorosis: It is a condition which damages the enamel of the teeth and cause white spots on them. This condition occurs due to the excessive consumption of fluoride by the children before the full development of the teeth. It is the most common cause of white spots on teeth. Excessive Calcium Secretion: The body produces excessive calcium during the growth of the teeth and this excess calcium affects the enamel and cause white spots on the teeth. Loss of Mineral: White spots can also appear on the teeth due to loss of mineral in the teeth, which is known as hypocalcification while the white spots on the teeth are known as hypoplasia. Acidic Fruits and Drink: The excessive consumption of acidic fruits and drinks damages the enamel of the teeth, thus causes white spots on the teeth.