| Bacteria vs. Human body^1. 1. Specifically, teeth and saliva, but you must always consider the whole organism. Drink soda pop --> Advantage, Bacteria. Don't drink soda pop. --> What do you think? Bacteria need acidic conditions and they are happy to have plenty of sugar. Preserving your teeth means giving your body the best possible chance against bacteria, slowing the process of decay as much as you can. But in the end, on every front, bacteria will always win. It's just a matter of time. If they don't consume you while you're alive, they will after you're dead. With respect to tooth decay, drinking soft drinks surely helps bacteria, not the human body. But then, maybe people derive other benefits from drinking these concoctions. (Jolt?) Maybe preserving their teeth is not their number one priority? Factoid: George Washington had wooden teeth? |