A Healthy Diet for Healthy Teeth

young girl holding apples to her face surrounded by fruits and vegetables While your child is young, it is important for them to establish healthy eating habits that will have a positive impact on them for the rest of their lives. One of the easiest ways to keep their teeth healthy strong is with a healthy diet. To make it easy for you, we’ve compiled a few of the best foods to include in your child’s diet in this post.

Colorful Snacking

Fresh fruits and vegetables can be some of the best foods to include in your child’s diet. Oranges, melons, broccoli, celery, and carrots are all great choices to include in your child’s lunchbox for a healthy, colorful snack during the day. Fruits are a great alternative to sugary, processed snacks and they can still satisfy a sweet tooth. Raw vegetables like celery and carrots can be great to munch on as well. Carrots are full of Vitamin A, fiber, and other important nutrients. Fruits and vegetables are a good alternative to sweet, salty or processed snacks and will your kids to develop a good taste for healthy foods for life!

Dairy for Healthy Teeth

Yogurt and cheese are two foods that contain calcium and protein, which are both very good for your teeth. Eating a bowl of yogurt with chopped fresh fruit can be a great alternative to sugary cereal, and the good bacteria found in yogurt does a good job of fighting against the bad bacteria that reside in your mouth. Cheese may also prevent cavities, a discovery that was highlighted in this (and other) studies: (https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2013-06/aogd-nrs060513.php?_ga=2.129590924.1487849862.1496155311-1924124176.1488556314).

H2O is Best

Our final and most important tip is to stick with water when choosing beverages. Alternatives to water, such as juice, sports beverages and sodas, can be terrible for your teeth and cause unnecessary decay. Drinking water is the best option because it is calorie free and does no harm to your teeth or body.

Keeping your child’s teeth clean and healthy doesn’t have to involve a lot of work. Keep it simple by making sure they stick to a good diet with food that will strengthen and be good for their teeth and their whole body. Don’t forget to brush with them twice a day and floss once! And remember, if you have any questions about your child’s diet or brushing habits, feel free to call [PRACTICE] at Great Grins For Kids Phone Number 502-231-1418 today.