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Healthy crunchy snacks that are also good for your teeth

BethAnn Mayer
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Eating small meals throughout the day does wonders to keep you full and energized, and snacking between these meals can promote weight loss and keep you feeling full. This also reduces the urge to load up on empty-calorie foods later in the day.

Unfortunately, not all snack foods are created equally. Crunchy snacks, such as potato chips and candies are full of fats and sugars that may increase your risk of heart disease and diabetes. Along with sugar, the most well-known cavity culprit, these highly acidic snack foods can also cause gum and tooth decay.

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If you need something crunchy to sustain you between meals, your local grocery store is full of nutrient-rich snacks that will keep your stomach full and your smile bright.

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NuTrail’s Keto Snack Mix

Trail mixes are a fuss-free way to get a crunch fix. A good, well-rounded trail mix often contains flavored nuts, candies like M&Ms or chocolate chips, raisins, and dried fruits that are high in natural sugar. NuTrail’s Keto Snack Mix provides a sweet and salty mix that is also friendly to low carb diets. This crunchy snack boasts 80 milligrams of calcium, which strengthens all your bones, including your teeth. The mix also has seven grams of muscle-building protein to keep you feeling satiated until it’s time for your next meal.

Fresh Organic Gala Apples

The natural sugar in Gala apples is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth, especially if you pair it with a sweet sunflower or nut butter. Apples also contain a lot of natural sugar and carbohydrates, two nutrients that are great sources of energy. Additionally, they have a very high water content so this is also an easy way to stay hydrated. Unlike other fruits such as oranges, apples aren’t acidic, so they aren’t harmful to your gums and overall oral health. Apples also have fiber, Vitamins C and K, and Potassium, making this crunchy snack a treat for your tastebuds, gut, and immune system.

Athena Whole Wheat Pita Chips

Potato chips are one of the most craving-satisfying snacks available, but they contain a ton of fat and sodium that can harm your body in excessive amounts. Athena’s Whole Wheat Pita Chips are our go-to potato chip alternative. With only three grams of fat and no cholesterol, you can crunch guilt-free. These chips also don’t contain sugar and, unlike popcorn, don’t require a post-snack floss session. Pita chips are a bit harder than the average potato chip, so you can indulge in thicker dips without the chip breaking off. Whether it’s salsa, hummus, or buffalo chicken dip, these pair perfectly with your favorite sides and spreads.

Brad’s Crunchy Kale Chips

The kale craze isn’t over yet. This leafy-green veggie became a popular ingredient in smoothies, juices, salads, and chips a few years ago, and its popularity hasn’t died down yet. Brad’s Crunchy Kale Chips are a lighter alternative to Fritos, and in just one serving, you’ll consume 130 percent of the daily recommended Vitamin K intake, keeping your bones and teeth strong. These veggie chips are also high in Vitamins A and C and only contain 1 gram of sugar and 5 grams of fat, making them a lighter and more nutritious option than your run-of-the-mill chip.

Snacking is good for your body and your mood. Eating between meals can help you lose weight and satisfy cravings, decreasing your urge to fill up on unhealthy foods. Some snacks are healthier than others, so be sure to include snacks that are low in fat, sodium, acid, and sugar and high in whole grains and vitamins. Revolutionize your snack time with these options and your body will thank you.

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