Sweet foods feed bad bacteria.

Meaning: Eating sugary foods can help bad bacteria in your mouth grow and cause problems.

Choice of Words: "Sweet" means having a pleasant taste. "Foods" are what you eat to get energy and nutrients. "Feed" means to give food to someone or something. "Bad" means not good or desirable. "Bacteria" are tiny living things that can cause illness or disease.

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