How to choose a supplement for your child, without risking cavities in the future.

If you’re struggling to get vitamins into your children, colorful fruity flavored gummies can seem like the only option. If your kid has been refusing healthy dishes and seems only to want to eat sweet treats, you may feel that at least with gummies they are getting some level of nutrition. It’s not just their high sugar content that poses a threat however, dentists are now voicing their serious concern over the long-term effects multivitamin gummies have on teeth. Even gummies labelled as sugar-free can cause irreversible damage to tooth enamel. 

Is There a Downside to Gummy Vitamins?

The sticky texture of gummies make them incredibly hazardous to teeth. They need to be chewed slowly and carefully to be consumed safely, meaning they leave a sugary residue on teeth which leads to decay and cavities. Dentists warn that the particular consistency of gummy vitamins is one of the most problematic for teeth. Not only does the gummy’s own sugar content erode enamel, it also means that anything consumed afterwards is likely to stick to teeth, creating the perfect environment for bacteria to grow. 

What is an Alternative to Gummy Vitamins?

The best alternative to gummy vitamins for kids, is a sugar-free unflavored powder supplement. These can be mixed into food and drinks seamlessly, making them undetectable to children. In addition to keeping teeth safe from decay, consuming vitamins and minerals with food also enhances their absorption rate. Powder multivitamins also ensure children don’t become dependent on sweet flavors and sugary treats, instead these types of supplements help to create healthy food habits. EllaOla’s collection of Unflavored Multivitamins is the ideal choice for kids as they are completely free from sugars and sweeteners, and contain all 19 essential vitamins and minerals.