DON’T FEAR THE FAT
Why Your Body Needs Omega-Packed Foods The word “fat” might sound like something to avoid on your wellness journey, but not all fats are created equal. Certain unsaturated fats are essential for keeping your heart strong, brain sharp, and energy levels steady. Knowing which fats to add to your plate can take your health goals to the next level. Get ready for a healthy serving of omega fats as we explore three of the best foods to fuel your body and improve your overall well-being. serving of dietary fiber. Add this green superstar to salads or toast to get
the nutrient booster you need to maintain weight, reduce heart disease risk, control blood sugar, and improve brain function.
Salmon Salmon is one of the best sources of omega fats and one of the most nutrient-rich foods you can find on the whole planet. Not only does it contain omega fats, which support a healthy nervous system, heart, and brain, but it also contains quality protein and multiple nutrients. By adding this tasty and popular fish to your plate, you can reap a wealth of benefits like lower cholesterol levels, healthy blood pressure, strong bones, improved brain function, and reduced risk of stroke, just to name a few. Avocado Avocados are a superfood, and while they are high in fat, they’re the good kind. This creamy and indulgent fruit also contains a high amount of vitamin E and provides a healthy
Nuts Nuts are heart-healthy snacks that provide protein, fiber, vitamins, antioxidants, and beneficial monounsaturated fats. When you incorporate these into your diet, your heart will benefit. Studies have found that nuts can help reduce the risk of diabetes and lower cholesterol levels. Almonds, pistachios, and walnuts are all wonderful options to try out. Just make sure you moderate how much you eat, as they are high in calories. These nutrient-packed foods taste great and provide essential benefits to keep your heart, brain, and body functioning at their best. So, next time you prepare your plate, don’t fear fats! Embrace the healthy ones that fuel your body. disease, metabolic conditions, Alzheimer’s, and flare-ups of inflammatory issues such as rheumatoid arthritis and IBS. Dental health equals whole body health! Let 2025 be the year you help yourself and your loved ones get healthy. Giving the gift of dental health goes beyond the holidays and provides lasting benefits. We are always honored when our patients recommend our office to friends and family. NEW YEAR RAFFLE: From now until the end of February, refer a new patient to our practice, and you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win one of two $100 Amazon gift cards. The more you refer, the more chances you have to win!
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Winter months are notorious for stuffy noses — from illnesses like the common cold to congestion caused by dry air, many of us start mouth breathing! Mouth breathing causes dry mouth, and because saliva is our body’s No. 1 cavity-fighting mechanism, mouth breathing increases cavities! If you have chapped lips, then you have a dry mouth! So, in addition to applying lip balm, make sure you unstuff your nose to keep your lips together to prevent chapped lips and keep your saliva flowing in your mouth to protect your teeth. 3. Don’t forget your nightguard or sleep appliance! With holiday travels and vacation plans throughout the year, don’t forget to pack your nightguard. These little plastic guards take the beating when you clench or grind at night, so your teeth don’t have to! If you have sleep apnea, don’t forget to bring your sleep appliance. If you use your CPAP and don’t feel like carting it with you on your trip, talk to us about a backup sleep appliance specifically for this reason — to use on short trips or while on the plane so you can avoid snoring with strangers! HELP A FRIEND OR FAMILY GET HEALTHY IN 2025! We know that the mouth is the gateway to the body. There is abundant evidence that keeping our mouths healthy helps keep our bodies healthy — preventing heart
I wish all our patients and their families a joyful and prosperous New Year filled with health, laughter, and vitality!
To your great smiles and better health,
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