Halloween is fast approaching and that means time for trick-or-treating and lots of candy for both kids + grownups. But that yummy candy can bring about problems for our teeth – from tooth decay to eroding enamel. Author Dr. Susan Maples, writes in her book if you do it right, Halloween can still be lots of… Continue reading The Best and Worst Halloween Treats for Your Teeth
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Caramel Apples Can Harbor Dangerous Bacteria
Although caramel apples are a favorite autumn treat, they can be dangerous, according to a new study. If left unrefrigerated for a few weeks, they may harbor the Listeria bacterium. The finding was published in mBio®, an online open-access journal of the American Society for Microbiology. Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Food Research Institute… Continue reading Caramel Apples Can Harbor Dangerous Bacteria