Although plaque naturally builds up with age, these are some ways to reduce it:
• Not smoking
• Eating plenty of fruits and vegetables
• Controlling weight, especially around the belly
• Reducing stress
• Limiting or avoiding alcohol
• Exercising regularly
• Avoiding inflammatory fats
• Increasing intake of anti-inflammatory fats, such as omega-3 oil in fish
• Regularly brushing and flossing teeth
• Avoiding exposure to fluoride
• Avoiding exposure to toxic metals, such as aluminum, cadmium, or lead
• Avoiding food additives with glutamate, such as MSG