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As easy as it is to break out the potato chips or heat up\nthe snacks you have in the freezer, often times, this isn\u2019t good for your child\u2019s\nbody or their smile. Foods that tend to be high in sugars and carbohydrates are\ngreat at causing cavities. No child wants to spend extra time in the dental\nchair getting fillings. Continue reading for some tooth-healthy alternative\nsnacks from your children\u2019s\ndentist in Lancaster<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Yogurt<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a great snack for kids because it is a good source\nof both protein and calcium. Calcium is necessary for both strong bones and\nteeth. It also contains live bacteria which is beneficial for the digestive\nsystem. When choosing a yogurt for your kids, you should avoid the colorful\nones that are full of sugar and marketed to children. Instead, pick out a\nplain, full fat yogurt. You can sweeten it with fresh fruit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ants on a Log<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is a fun way for you to get your child to eat some\nvegetables. Spread peanut butter inside the celery and place a few raisins on\ntop. This snack has a good balance of protein, carbs, and fat. Make sure you\nare purchasing peanut butter that does not contain added sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Nuts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This snack is high in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants.\nThese are all important for children as they are still growing. Some of the\nbest nuts for teeth are almonds, Brazil nuts, and cashews. Mix up your kids\u2019\nfavorite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cheese<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Cheese is made up of protein and fat. It is also a great\nsource of calcium. Full-fat dairy foods help children to reach their\nnutritional requirements for magnesium, vitamin A, and vitamin D as well. This\nmakes a great after school snack!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smoothies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you make them correctly, a fruit smoothie can be a great\nnutritional treat. For the liquid, use whole milk or almond milk. Stay away\nfrom fruit juices because they are high in sugar. Other great ingredients to\nadd are yogurt, fresh spinach, and frozen berries. A little bit of honey can\nmake a great sweetener.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eggs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Eggs contain all sorts of necessary nutrients. They provide\nprotein, vitamin B12, riboflavin, selenium, and much more. They also contain\ncholine, which is a vitamin necessary for proper brain development. Egg yolks\nare a great source of vitamin D which is necessary for a healthy smile. A\nhard-boiled egg can make a great and easy protein-filled snack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Carrot Sticks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Carrots are great for teeth because they help to stimulate\nsaliva production in the mouth. Having some carrot sticks and healthy dip, like\nhummus, is not only beneficial for your child, but delicious too! Other raw\nvegetables like celery are also great options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of always reaching for processed, sugary and starchy\nsnacks, try giving your children some of these as a healthy alternative. It\nwill be great for their growing bodies and help to maintain their healthy,\nhappy smiles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr.\nChristopher Duong<\/a> is a well experienced dentist who has spent over a decade\nworking in the field. He earned his doctorate at the University of the Pacific\nSchool of Dentistry in San Francisco and has completed various continuing\neducation courses in a wide variety of topics, including pediatric dentistry.\nFor more information on keeping your child\u2019s smile healthy or to schedule an\nappointment, visit his website<\/a> or call (469)\n765-8050.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

As easy as it is to break out the potato chips or heat up the snacks you have in the freezer, often times, this isn\u2019t good for your child\u2019s body or their smile. Foods that tend to be high in sugars and carbohydrates are great at causing cavities. No child wants to spend extra time […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nHealthy Snacks for Your Child's Teeth, Lancaster | Sunny Dental<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Sugary, processed snacks aren\u2019t great for your kids\u2019 teeth. 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