Tips for the post-Halloween candy stash
Experts have offered tips for parents looking to implement safer candy consumption practices for their children following Halloween, according to a news article from Yahoo Life.
The experts suggested that candy should be eaten at or immediately following meals so that the saliva produced during eating can help wash away more of the candy left in the mouth and reduce acids created by oral bacteria. Individuals may also want to limit or avoid the consumption of sticky candies such as caramels and gummies that adhere to the teeth and sour candies that are more acidic than other types of candy. Healthier alternatives like sugar-free chewing gum can help individuals stimulate the production of enamel-remineralizing saliva while avoiding exposure to sugar.
Further, the experts recommended that parents establish rules for the timing and amount of candy eating and involve children in the planning process. Individuals can also participate in candy buyback or swap programs.
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Visit the ADA MouthHealthy Halloween Survival Guide at mouthhealthy.org for more information on safer candy habits and how to participate in donation programs such as Operation Gratitude.
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