One who forms and expresses judgments of the merits, faults, value, or truth of a matter. 2. One who specializes especially professionally in the evaluation and appreciation of literary or artistic works: a film critic; a dance critic.
It's best to avoid or limit foods rich in sugar when you have issues with excess saliva. Sugary foods may increase your body's saliva production, according to MedlinePlus. Sugar-sweetened beverages, candies, baked goods and dairy desserts like ice cream represent some of the major sources of sugar in the typical diet.
Common symptoms may include dryness in the mouth, bad. breath, chapped lips, or waking up at night feeling thirsty. A dry mouth can also make eating difficult because saliva helps you taste, chew, and digest food. Without enough saliva, simply eating a meal can become a challenge.