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ArticleFoods (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Fluoride Content in Infusions of Selected Teas Available on the Polish Market-An In Vitro Study.

Agata Małyszek, Ireneusz Zawiślak, Michał Kulus, Adam Watras, Julia Kensy, Agnieszka Kotela, Marzena Styczyńska, Maciej Janeczek, Jacek Matys, Maciej Dobrzyński

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Agata MałyszekDepartment of Biostructure and Animal Physiology, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Kożuchowska1, 51-631 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0009-0007-5187-5324
Ireneusz ZawiślakDepartment of Human Nutrition, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Science, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Józefa Chełmońskiego 37, 51-630 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-4276-8275
Michał KulusDivision of Ultrastructural Research, Wroclaw Medical University, Chałubinskiego 6a, 50-368 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-3014-6946
Adam WatrasDepartment of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-4736-0356
Julia KensyFaculty of Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0009-0008-1680-793X
Agnieszka KotelaMedical Center of Innovation, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0009-0008-4353-4607
Marzena StyczyńskaDepartment of Human Nutrition, Faculty of Biotechnology and Food Science, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Józefa Chełmońskiego 37, 51-630 Wroclaw, Poland.
Maciej JaneczekDepartment of Biostructure and Animal Physiology, Wroclaw University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Kożuchowska1, 51-631 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-4357-2271
Jacek MatysDental Surgery Department, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0002-3801-0218
Maciej DobrzyńskiDepartment of Pediatric Dentistry and Preclinical Dentistry, Wroclaw Medical University, Krakowska 26, 50-425 Wroclaw, Poland.ORCID 0000-0003-2368-1534

Funding

Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences This work was financed by a subsidy from Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences.
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the fluoride content and other key physicochemical properties in commercially available black tea infusions, with a focus on tea form and geographic origin, in order to assess their contribution to total dietary fluoride intake.

methodsA total of 121 black tea samples were analyzed, including 66 loose-leaf, 42 bags, and 13 pyramid-bag teas. Infusions were prepared using standardized brewing protocols. Fluoride concentrations were determined with an ion-selective electrode, while the pH, buffer capacity, titratable acidity, calcium, and inorganic phosphorus were also measured. Statistical analysis included ANOVA, Tukey post hoc tests, and Pearson correlation analysis.

resultsFluoride content varied significantly by tea form and origin. Infusion of tea bags exhibited the highest fluoride, calcium, and acidity levels, while loose-leaf teas had the lowest. Teas from Africa contained approximately twice as much fluoride as those from Central or East Asia. Significant correlations between fluoride, calcium, and phosphorus were observed, particularly in tea-bag infusions, suggesting processing influences mineral release.

conclusionsBlack tea, particularly in bag form and sourced from African regions, may significantly contribute to daily fluoride intake. Given the potential to exceed recommended fluoride thresholds, especially in individuals consuming multiple cups daily or living in fluoridated areas, these findings underscore the importance of consumer awareness and possible product labeling to guide safe consumption.

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black teasdietary intakefluoride releasemineral contentpublic healthtea bags

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