{"id":63,"date":"2022-08-03T17:37:00","date_gmt":"2022-08-03T17:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/?p=63"},"modified":"2022-09-20T17:47:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-20T17:47:06","slug":"school-lunches-jefferson","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/?p=63","title":{"rendered":"Are School Lunches Good for Your Child\u2019s Smile?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/School_Lunch__1632524449_24126.jpg\" alt=\"Child eating school lunch\" class=\"wp-image-64\" width=\"298\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/School_Lunch__1632524449_24126.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/School_Lunch__1632524449_24126-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/School_Lunch__1632524449_24126-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 298px) 100vw, 298px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>While at school, children are confronted with numerous choices, including what they are going to have for lunch. From the cafeteria line to prepared lunches from home, it is essential that your child is getting all the nutrients they need to thrive both physically and mentally. Some foods provide them with plenty of vitamins and minerals, but others do more harm than good. Read on to learn about the great and not-so-great foods and beverages for your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">child\u2019s smile<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Common Foods and Beverages to Be Careful Of<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These foods and drinks may taste delicious, but they aren\u2019t the best option when it comes to your child\u2019s oral health. Be especially wary of the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Chocolate Milk:<\/strong> This beverage is one of the most popular choices for kids when they are at school. Chocolate milk and plain milk both have basic nutrients, including calcium and vitamin D, that contribute to strong teeth. However, chocolate milk also contains added sugars. This isn\u2019t the worst option out there but added sugars should be kept to a minimum.<\/li><li><strong>Juice Boxes:<\/strong> Sugar is the main reason why this beverage isn\u2019t as healthy as you may think. Sugar can cling to the teeth for hours and increase your child\u2019s likelihood of developing cavities. Ultimately it would be better for your child to drink water in their lunch. Save the juice for special occasions.<\/li><li><strong>Canned Fruit:<\/strong> The worst part about many canned fruits is that they contain added sugar in addition to natural sugar and acids that are already present. It\u2019s always best that your child consumes fresh fruit over canned fruit when given the opportunity.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 Tips to Give Your Child a Tooth-Healthy Lunch<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>By preparing your child\u2019s lunch at home, you can help them to avoid many cavity-causing foods. Here are some tips to help:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Include plenty of fruit, veggies, grains, and calcium-fortified dairy products, like cheese, yogurt, and milk.<\/li><li>Avoid sticky foods that aren\u2019t easily washed away by saliva.<\/li><li>Pick out nutritious beverages that are low in sugar. Milk and water are both great options.<\/li><li>Include a travel toothbrush and toothpaste in your child\u2019s lunchbox. By brushing after their meals, they can reduce their risk of developing cavities and gum disease.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to your child\u2019s smile, you don\u2019t want to take risks! By using the tips listed above and being mindful, you can help your kids keep up a happy, healthy smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/dr-stephanie-pichler.html\">Dr. Stephanie Pichler<\/a> earned her dental doctorate from the Case Western Reserve University. Currently, she is a proud member of the American Dental Association, Ohio Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. For more information or to schedule an appointment for your child at her office in Jefferson, visit her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dentalgroupofjefferson.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call (440) 576-7040.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While at school, children are confronted with numerous choices, including what they are going to have for lunch. From the cafeteria line to prepared lunches from home, it is essential that your child is getting all the nutrients they need to thrive both physically and mentally. 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