As a parent you are constantly warned to keep your children away from sugary sports drinks and soda because of all the sugar they contain and the damage they cause to your children’s mouths.
You also know to keep them away from excessive amounts of sticky candies because they cause cavities.
But I bet you didn’t know that dried fruits such as raisins and apricots, although approved by nutritionist as a healthy snack for children, is actually causing their teeth to rot due to the excess sugar that is being left behind.
Although it is impossible to avoid these snacks every once in awhile, it is important to teach your children to properly brush their teeth to avoid permeant damage to their teeth.
