March has arrived, and that can only mean one thing: it's National Nutrition Month. Every March, thousands of dentists and hygienists celebrate this occasion, and this year is no different. This March, our team encourages your family to think about diabetes, obesity and periodontal disease, and how healthy eating and physical activity may improve periodontal health.Small changes can really make a big difference, and the American Diabetic Association (ADA) has some advice on ways to start improving your diet this March:
- Focus on fruits and vegetables: Add a serving each day to one meal and increase it every few weeks. Adding more of these foods into your diet is important whether you buy frozen, fresh, or organic.
- Think fresh, think local: From farmer's markets to community-supported agriculture, you have may options to find new, fresh foods in Tulsa.
- Make each and every calorie count: When you are choosing between options, focus on the one with more of the vitamins and nutrients that you need. Sometimes, foods with fewer calories aren't always the healthiest options.
- It's tempting, but...: If you have a sweet tooth, have fruit and yogurt for dessert. If you crave a snack in the afternoon, enjoy some trail mix or nuts.
- Expand your horizons: Try a fish you've never eaten before or find a new vegetable recipe. By testing yourself, you might find new healthy favorites to add to your regular grocery list.
If you have additional questions about periodontal disease or keeping yourself and your mouth healthy, please give our office a call at 918-455-0123. Have a great March!
God Bless,
DRT
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