Top 3 Reasons Your Teeth Love Turkey Day
Family, fellowship, and food are just a few of the reasons why we love Thanksgiving. When the food is flowing at the Turkey Day table, the smiles are too! Believe it or not, your teeth love Thanksgiving just as much as you. Here are the Top 3 Reasons Your Teeth Love Turkey Day:
1. Pumpkins
Pumpkins are decorative and delicious, but did you know they’re good for your teeth too? Pumpkin pulp is filled with enamel-building Vitamin A, fiber and potassium. Your teeth love all parts of the pumpkin – including their seeds! Pumpkin seeds are a good source of magnesium, a nutrient that can strengthen teeth.
2. Turkey
Turkey is unarguably the main attraction of the Thanksgiving table. Turkey is loaded with protein, making it a fan favorite for both your body and smile. Protein has phosphorus in it, and when phosphorus mixes with calcium and vitamin D, it creates strong bones and teeth.
Turkey is a healthy option for a great smile.
3. Produce
Turkey may be the star of the table, but side dishes can shine too. We love all veggies, but our Thanksgiving favorites are the ones filled with nutrients and fiber. Nutrients (like carbs, fats, and proteins) build strong bones and teeth, while fiber stimulates salvia flow, which acts as a defense against cavities.
Try making oven-roasted asparagus, balsamic carrots, or delicious collard greens.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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