Seven Days of Snacking

Kids enjoy snacking between meals, but chances are they’re not snacking with the health of their teeth in mind. Offer them foods that will protect their new teeth. Adult teeth take years to fully harden, so kids are particularly susceptible to acid erosion. Here’s a snack idea for every day of the week that won’t harm the soft, porous enamel on their emerging teeth.

SUNDAY

Cheese, Please

Cheeses, especially cheddar and Swiss, are a smart snack idea for kids. They help neutralize acids and increase the flow of saliva, which can help wash food particles away from their teeth.
MONDAY

Snap Peas Are Green & Keep Teeth Clean

Sweet, crispy, and crunchy veggies, like snap peas, are low in acidity. Plus, they naturally clean your child’s teeth and gums by scraping away plaque that builds up between meals or that might be missed when brushing.
TUESDAY

Unsweetened Peanut Butter Is Better

Not only is unsweetened peanut butter a great source of protein, but it’s also a naturally low-acidic and all-natural snack. Pair it with raisins and celery for an easy, on-the-go treat.
WEDNESDAY

“H” is for Healthy Hummus

Chickpeas are a great source of calcium, which helps keep teeth strong. Combine hummus with some yummy carrot sticks for an even healthier snack—carrots are packed with Vitamin A.
THURSDAY

You Love Yogurt

Yogurt is a healthier snack option than ice cream. And, it’s even more fun with some color thrown in. Try adding berries to brighten it up. Berries are highly acidic, but the yogurt will neutralize their acids.
FRIDAY

Super Fruity Friday

Citrus fruits and juices are a kid favorite—but they’re also highly acidic. To protect their teeth from acids, pair fruit with less acidic foods like cheese or yogurt and give them a fun, colorful straw to drink their juice through.
SATURDAY

Have a Smoothie Saturday

Kids love delicious smoothies. They’re sweet, colorful, and fun to drink. However, berries, which are highly acidic, can be tough on teeth. To help offset the acids, just add some milk. And of course, don’t forget a straw.

SUNDAY

Cheese, Please

Cheeses, especially cheddar and Swiss, are a smart snack idea for kids. They help neutralize acids and increase the flow of saliva, which can help wash food particles away from their teeth.
MONDAY

Snap Peas Are Green & Keep Teeth Clean

Sweet, crispy, and crunchy veggies, like snap peas, are low in acidity. Plus, they naturally clean your child’s teeth and gums by scraping away plaque that builds up between meals or that might be missed when brushing.
TUESDAY

Unsweetened Peanut Butter Is Better

Not only is unsweetened peanut butter a great source of protein, but it’s also a naturally low-acidic and all-natural snack. Pair it with raisins and celery for an easy, on-the-go treat.
WEDNESDAY

“H” is for Healthy Hummus

Chickpeas are a great source of calcium, which helps keep teeth strong. Combine hummus with some yummy carrot sticks for an even healthier snack—carrots are packed with Vitamin A.
THURSDAY

You Love Yogurt

Yogurt is a healthier snack option than ice cream. And, it’s even more fun with some color thrown in. Try adding berries to brighten it up. Berries are highly acidic, but the yogurt will neutralize their acids.
FRIDAY

Super Fruity Friday

Citrus fruits and juices are a kid favorite—but they’re also highly acidic. To protect their teeth from acids, pair fruit with less acidic foods like cheese or yogurt and give them a fun, colorful straw to drink their juice through.
SATURDAY

Have a Smoothie Saturday

Kids love delicious smoothies. They’re sweet, colorful, and fun to drink. However, berries, which are highly acidic, can be tough on teeth. To help offset the acids, just add some milk. And of course, don’t forget a straw.