Fruit Juice and Tooth Decay

Speaker: Meg Duellman, Registered Dietitian

Meg Duellman, a registered dietitian with Centegra Health System, discusses how high-sugar acidic drinks such as pop and fruit juice can lead to tooth decay in children. In addition to tooth damage, these drinks can also add too many calories to children’s diets. Duellman offers suggestions for nutritious alternatives to sugary drinks so children stay healthy and well hydrated.

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