Nutrition
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Tooth-Friendly Endurance Training Recovery Snack for Athletes
Whether you’re an amateur athlete, a weekend warrior, or a competing endurance athlete, it’s likely you eat and drink sugar and carbohydrates before, during, and/or after exercise. You probably consume quite a bit to stay … Read More
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Sugar-Free Summer Drinks
Summertime means we’re reaching for something cold and refreshing more often to keep us hydrated. Sometimes, that means grabbing a sports drink, soda or juice loaded with sugar—but it doesn’t have to. Sipping sugary drinks … Read More
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Celebrate Earth Day by Going Paperless with Your Explanation of Benefits Statement
With Earth Day occurring in April, it’s a great reminder that we can all do something positive for the environment. Here at Delta Dental, we’re trying to make Earth Day an everyday objective – not … Read More
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Beat the Thanksgiving Guilt – Healthier Thanksgiving Side Options
Thanksgiving dinner—the one time each year we justify eating until our pants can’t button. Unfortunately, we aren’t filling up on an abundance of fruits and vegetables. Instead, the Thanksgiving dinner table is usually full of … Read More
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Balanced Meals for Healthy Aging
A balanced meal includes the nutrients and vitamins that we need to power through our day. That fuel comes from a combination of different foods from leafy greens to seafood dinners. The right balanced combination … Read More
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December recipe: Tuscan bean soup
Warm up this winter with this delicious soup recipe. It’s not only satisfying, but it’s also packed full of good-for-your-teeth veggies like carrots, celery, and spinach. Ingredients: 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 medium carrots, thickly … Read More
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RECIPE: Greek Yogurt Hummus
The time is always right to make healthy changes for you and your family. Something to consider cutting out – or at least cutting down on – is junk food. This recipe for hummus with … Read More
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3 Healthy Party Pairings: Inspirations from Holiday Film Favorites
The holidays are notorious for nostalgia — from finger foods to must-watch movies. By combining the two classics, you can keep the cinema rich and the food light (and delicious!). Make new memories with these … Read More
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A Full Thanksgiving Menu of Mouth-Friendly Nutrients
Nutritious Thanksgiving foods show up in abundance during November’s festivities. If you’re searching for nutrients that’ll help your smile, learn where they might be hiding in your Thanksgiving meal. Main Dishes Turkey is rich in … Read More
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Recipe: Quick Pumpkin Pudding
Pumpkin is a staple of the season and a super good source of vitamin A for gum health and enamel strength. To avoid the sugar and starch often found in pumpkin pie, try this festive … Read More