Every health-conscious parent knows that sugar is the number one cause of cavities for kids. (It’s bad for smiles of all ages.)
Because of cavity risks, low nutritional value, and high-calorie content, many parents want to limit the sugar in their children’s diets. We all know that sugared gum, Skittles, and cookies are packed with sugar. But there is also sugar lurking in so-called ‘healthy’ snacks.
Here are some popular kid’s snacks with significant amounts of sugar:
yogurt covered raisins
fruit snacks including the roll-up and syrup-filled varieties
rice cakes
many brands of yogurt including the hand-held type
juice drinks
flavored milk
barbecue sauce
fruit smoothies
cereal bars
Controlling sugar intake in your child’s diet is essential for lifelong oral health. When choosing lunchbox or after-school snacks, read the labels. Sugar content varies among brands.
Sugar is not the only issue when it comes to a healthy diet. If your child’s diet is lacking key vitamins and minerals, the tissues in their mouth may have trouble fighting infection. These infections can lead to gum disease.
At Cary Family Dental, we provide high-quality dentistry to families in the North Carolina communities of Cary, Apex, NC, and Morrisville. The team at Cary Family Dental pampers our youngest patients. If you have a toddler who has not visited a dentist, call us today to schedule a first-time dental check-up.
Contact Cary Family Dental:
919-371-4428
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
1149 Kildaire Farm Rd
Cary, North Carolina
27511
