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Expert Q&A
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| By Allison Gamble Nutritionist/Diet Technician Highland Park Hospital, Illinois | ||
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Is it OK for my kids to only drink bottled water?
Per the American Dietetic Association's Complete Food and Nutrition Guide Book, one of the main differences between bottled water and tap, is tap water is fluoridated, while bottled is not. Fluoride is a mineral, which aids in hardening developing tooth enamel. The addition of fluoride to our tap water helps prevent tooth decay.
Be sure to consult your children's dentist to ask if regular fluoride treatments will be enough, or if a fluoride supplement is necessary.
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