{"id":657,"date":"2021-09-06T20:24:00","date_gmt":"2021-09-06T20:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/?p=657"},"modified":"2021-09-28T20:26:32","modified_gmt":"2021-09-28T20:26:32","slug":"school-lunches-and-the-potential-for-cavities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hillavenuedental.com\/blog\/school-lunches-and-the-potential-for-cavities\/","title":{"rendered":"The Truth Behind School Lunches: What You Should and Shouldn\u2019t Pack"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Do you pack your child\u2019s school lunches<\/a> or do they tend to eat what is provided in the cafeteria? No matter the answer, you should know what they\u2019re consuming and if it\u2019s healthy for their body and smile. Of course, knowing which foods are best and which ones you should have them avoid isn\u2019t always easy. In this article, we\u2019ll look at the healthiest options that will encourage strong teeth and gums as well as the unhealthy foods that can lead to tooth decay and cavities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why the Right Food Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Making sure your child eats healthy, nutritious foods is essential to their growth and development. Not only do their bodies need the right minerals, vitamins, and nutrients, but their teeth and gums do as well. While you may be unable to keep them from swapping certain treats with friends throughout the day, you can make sure they\u2019re leaving the house with the healthiest possible lunch and\/or the right information as to which foods they should buy at school. Instilling this in them will minimize their risk for cavities and tooth decay, allowing them to spend more time in the classroom learning instead of visiting the dentist\u2019s office for a toothache.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Healthy Foods to Pack\/Buy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re the one packing their lunch or sending them with money to buy one at school, here are some of the healthiest options for your growing child:<\/p>\n\n\n\n