We Eat More Than We Think!
The only thing good about sugar is…it tastes good! After that, it’s all downhill… it’s high in calories, provides only a brief increase in energy, and greatly increases the growth of bacteria and tooth decay potential.
When Eskimos lived a sugar-free diet, their teeth were perfect. No cavities! Once whalers and traders introduced them to a Western diet, tooth decay skyrocketed.
So, while you may not think that you’re eating too much in your diet, beware of hidden sources and other sweet substitutes.
Hidden Sugar Sources
- Cough syrups
- Yogurt with fruit
- Breakfast cereals
- Fruit juice
- Ketchup and many other condiments
- Preservatives in canned foods
Other Forms of Sugar
- Agave Nectar
- Caramel
- Honey
- Molasses
- Sorghum
- Sucrose
- Fructose
- Glucose
- High Fructose Corn Syrup
- and many others
Dr. Moran was born and raised in San Jose, California where she lived with her mom, dad, and three younger sisters. After graduating from Santa Teresa High School she attended San Diego State University, where she graduated Summa Cum Laude. After completing her studies at San Diego State, she returned to the Bay Area to attend the prestigious University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, California. In her spare time, Dr. Moran enjoys being outdoors: gardening, wakeboarding, camping, being at the beach, and running are just a few of Dr. Moran’s favorite outdoor activities. In addition, Dr. Moran loves spending time with her family which includes her dog and turtle. Dr. Moran is proud to be a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, Monterey Bay Dental Society, and the Santa Clara County Dental Society.
