Here's a healthy, teeth-friendly recipe thatโs both delicious and good for your oral health!
Crunchy Apple & Carrot Salad ๐๐ฅ
Packed with crunchy fruits and veggies, this refreshing salad promotes healthy teeth and gums! The natural crunch helps to clean teeth and stimulate gums, while the vitamin-rich ingredients support overall oral health.
Ingredients:
1 large apple, thinly sliced
2 medium carrots, grated or thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice (to prevent apple browning)
1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt (rich in calcium!)
1 teaspoon honey (optional for sweetness)
A handful of chopped walnuts or almonds (for a healthy crunch and added calcium)
A sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions:
In a large bowl, combine the sliced apple and grated carrots.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the mixture to keep the apple fresh and enhance the flavour.
Stir in yogurt to coat the apple and carrots evenly.
If desired, mix in a teaspoon of honey for a touch of sweetness.
Add in the chopped nuts for a calcium boost, which helps strengthen teeth.
Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top for extra flavour and natural antibacterial properties.
Serve chilled and enjoy this tooth-friendly, crunchy salad!
Why itโs good for your teeth:
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Apples and carrots act as natural toothbrushes!
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Yogurt is rich in calcium and protein, which helps strengthen your teeth and gums.
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Nuts add an extra boost of calcium and phosphorus!
