WHAT’S ON DR. LOWRY’S CHRISTMAS WISH LIST?
3 Things Your Dentist Wants You to Do This Christmas
This time of year, Santa Claus isn’t the only one making a list and checking it twice. With the influx of delicious holiday desserts being passed around, Dr. Lowry has a few wishes of his own to share with all of you this Christmas season. WISH NO. 1: FOCUS ON THE TRUE MEANING OF CHRISTMAS Even though you spend loads of time picking out the perfect presents for your kids, preparing the delicious holiday ham for that Christmas Eve dinner, and brainstorming new mischievous ways to position the Elf on the Shelf around your house, be sure that you set aside time to reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. For example, if you have a big family dinner planned, take the time to converse with each of your family members, and let them know why you appreciate them. If your holiday celebration is a bit smaller this year, consider sending a card to let friends and family know you are thinking of them. WISH NO. 2: BEWARE ALL THE SUGAR It’s easy to get caught up in the merriment and forget about the effects that holiday festivities can have on your dental health. Between sampling the three (or eight) pieces of the homemade fudge you made for your coworkers and the leftover candy canes that didn’t quite make it on the tree, your sugar intake tends to exponentially grow in the days leading up to these end-of-year
celebrations. However, some sweet indulgence is all but required this month, so Dr. Lowry’s second wish is that you brush your teeth a little more often than usual. If you normally brush twice a day, perhaps you could add in a third session and rinse with Listerine mouthwash as well. WISH NO. 3: DON’T FORGET TO FLOSS This last wish tends to be on Dr. Lowry’s radar all year long but is especially relevant during the holiday season: Floss, floss, floss! Whether you opt for the Waterpik water flosser, the floss picks, or the good old-fashioned dental floss, just make sure that you find an effective way to clean out the spaces between your teeth. Regular flossing will help prevent the cavities caused by the excess sugar. 30-MINUTE CAULIFLOWER SOUP
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This hearty soup is a quick, easy, healthy addition to your holiday table. It can also be made vegetarian by substituting chicken broth with vegetable broth.
Ingredients
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1 small head cauliflower (about 2 pounds), cored and sliced
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4 cups low-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth
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1 leek, chopped
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1/2 cup heavy cream
1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt butter into warm oil. Add onion and leek, season with salt and pepper, and cook until tender, about 10–12 minutes. 2. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add cauliflower, broth, and cream. Simmer until cauliflower is tender, about 15 minutes. 3. Using a blender, purée in batches until smooth. 4. Top servings with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of pepper.
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