Sugar

The truth about grape juice, stomach flu, and dental ramifications

Rumors are spreading that grape juice helps you battle a stomach bug. Tracee Dahm, RDH, dives into what dental teams should know for their patients and their oral health.

January 9, 2025

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These foods may be linked to a higher risk of gum disease

Consuming these foods may be linked to a higher risk of developing periodontitis, according to a study published in the International Dental Journal.

January 7, 2025

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Protein-based sweetener that won't rot teeth in the works

By Melissa Busch

Researchers are developing a protein-based sweetener that contains no sugar, is sweeter, and won't cause tooth decay.

January 3, 2025

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Pumpkin spice craze sparks oral health concerns

Pumpkin spice lattes may be a fall favorite, but their high sugar content and acidity can weaken enamel, increase the risk of tooth decay, and cause staining, according to research from the Canada-based dental clinic Inglewood Family Dental.

October 31, 2024

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A dental hygienist shares her oral health advice for Halloween

Which talking points does a dental hygienist share with her patients about all the candy that comes with trick or treating? Maria Jackson, RDH, shares her thoughts.

October 29, 2024

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Heart attack, stroke linked to no-calorie sweetener in toothpaste

By Melissa Busch

A zero-calorie sugar substitute commonly found in toothpaste and chewing gum may be associated with a heightened risk of cardiovascular events.

June 10, 2024

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Soda tax may only benefit oral health in some areas

Monthly rates of restorations fell after a sugar tax was imposed in Colorado, but the oral health benefits varied in other places that taxed sweet drinks. The research was presented at the IADR meeting.

April 8, 2024

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Soda tax may be linked to drop in dental-related hospital stays

More than 5,500 hospital admissions for tooth decay for kids may have been prevented due to the implementation of a soft drink tax in the U.K., according to a study recently published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention, and Health.

November 30, 2023

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Calif. legislature approves nutrition standards in schools

California could become the first state to codify President Joe Biden’s federal guidelines on school nutrition standards aimed at reducing sugar and salt in school meals.

September 20, 2023

WHO European region launches status report on oral health

By Amerigo Allegretto

The World Health Organization (WHO) European region recently released a status report on oral health, emphasizing that national health coverage packages must expand access to oral healthcare services.

April 21, 2023

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Sugary drink tax may reduce healthcare costs

Residents in Oakland, CA, have bought fewer sugary beverages since a local soda tax went into effect.

April 20, 2023

USDA proposes limiting sugar in school meals

By Melissa Busch

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced on February 3 a proposal to revamp nutrition standards, limiting the amounts of sugar in school meals. The proposal would limit added sugars in certain products and eventually the weekly menu and allow flavored milk with limits on added sugar.

February 2, 2023

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