Savor the Flavor. Eat an Apple!

March is National Nutrition Month, an annual campaign sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This year, the campaign slogan is "Savor the flavor of eating right." 

As a dentist, I think it's part of my responsibility to educate patients about proper nutrition, and I have been ever since I've been practicing.  In 2009, the American Dental Association House of Delegates passed policies that encourage dentists to educate and counsel patients about proper nutrition and oral health. 

One of my personal favorite mouth-healthy foods is whole raw apples.  I love them and eat at least two every day.  They act like detergent in your mouth, sweeping away a lot of harmful bacterial and plaque.     

For more information about National Nutrition Month, including some great tips and videos go to EatRight.org/NNM. Savor the flavor, and eat an apple!