{"id":42,"date":"2024-01-31T16:14:12","date_gmt":"2024-01-31T16:14:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.woodlandpedo.com\/blog\/?p=42"},"modified":"2024-02-26T16:18:56","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T16:18:56","slug":"childrens-snack-ideas-to-prevent-cavities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.woodlandpedo.com\/blog\/2024\/01\/31\/childrens-snack-ideas-to-prevent-cavities\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Types of Children\u2019s Snacks for Cavity-Free Smiles"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recommends that children snack regularly throughout the day, every two to three hours. This is because they\u2019re incredibly active and growing, and it ensures that their body is getting enough nutrients to sustain that! However, the foods that they eat can impact more than just their growth\u2014they can also lead to an increased risk in cavities. By encouraging them to snack smarter, you can keep your household cavity-free<\/a> as well as support their development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Protein & Fiber-Rich Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Protein and fiber have a variety of oral and physical health benefits for children. Fiber is not only filling, helping sustain their energy level throughout the day, but it also aids in digestion, preventing constipation. Protein is also a necessity for the body, helping repair muscles and tissues, and also aiding in concentration, joint and bone growth, and increased immune response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some protein and fiber-rich snacks to keep on-hand for your child include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n