Dentists and the World Health Organization agree that the last thing we need is to add more sugar to our diets. In early 2014, health experts from around the world formed a group called Action on Sugar to help the public become more sugar-aware and avoid products full of hidden sugars in order to “tackle … read more
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Power Points
Too many sports drinks and energy bars can give your teeth a workout — and not in a good way Sports and energy drinks and energy bars are big business. In 2009, the last year for which stats are available, Canadians spent more than $500 million on them. But do we need to? For Ottawa … read more
Tips for Improving Diet and Oral Health
Good nutrition is essential for good health, and that includes the health of your teeth. Learn more about the link between your diet and your oral health — and what you can do to improve both. How does diet affect oral health? Tooth decay and cavities are caused by acid that is produced by interactions … read more