Sweets, drinks, and fatty foods are all around us during the holidays, and it’s great … to a point. As long as you make an effort to prevent acid erosion of your teeth and accumulation of fat in your belly, it’s all good. When it comes to preventing the weight gain, we’ll save that for…
We know you love that super spicy tomato-based pasta and that creamy cheesecake with chocolate pieces and caramel drizzle. Or a burrito doused in sauces and sour cream. Or that make-it-yourself yogurt topped with gummy candies, frosted flakes, brownie pieces, and a cherry on top … if that’s your thing. You can’t avoid acidic foods,…
Shhh. We won’t tell the kids if you don’t, but listen up: Sugar doesn’t really cause cavities. Acids do, and sugar is just a very powerful conduit. So what your parents always told you isn’t completely true, but it’s close. Here’s how it works. Why the Myth that Sugar Causes Cavities Exists When you consume…