We hate to tell our teeth this, but we love lollipops! In 1908, these sweet suckers were actually invented close to home—New Haven, Connecticut. Lollipops have come a long way since the 19th century. Fortunately for your teeth, today’s pops come in healthier versions, like … [Read more...]
Leftover Candy Conundrum: What to Do with Extra Halloween Candy
Once the costumes are tucked away, there always seems to be something scary left at the house. Piles of candy. Don’t turn your leftover candy into Halloween hoarding! Here’s how to use every last piece: 1. Bake Halloween treats and teeth aren’t exactly BFFs. However, we … [Read more...]
5 Traditions to Fall for this Autumn
Many would argue that everything is better in autumn. Football fans come out of hibernation, crunchy leaves excite the senses, and pumpkin lattes comfort the soul. Celebrate the season with these 5 spins on traditional fall favorites: 1. Bob for Apples Take a nosedive into a … [Read more...]
Chocolate: The Best Choice for Your Choppers
Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and boxes of chocolate are flying off the shelves! While the “sweets for the sweet” custom is engrained in Valentine’s Day tradition, it wasn't until the mid-1800s that chocolate was placed in heart-shaped boxes and delivered on Valentine’s … [Read more...]