Operation Gratitude's Halloween Candy for the Troops

Dr. Kari and her three sons out for trick-or-treating!

Did your little ones get a big haul trick-or-treating this year? If you're stuck with more sweets than you know what to do with, consider sharing them with our troops! Operation Gratitude, a nonprofit that organizes support packages for our servicemen and women, hosts a yearly Halloween candy donation drive out of Van Nuys. Last year, we snapped a photo of a small portion of their donations: 

Just look at all those sweets! If you want to brighten a troops day (or cut back on the residual Halloween sugar in your household), click through to their website. Operation Gratitude is asking for all donations by November 15th (whether shipped or in person), so get those candies in!

Link: https://opgrat.wordpress.com/2013/07/18/halloween-candy-for-the-troops/ 

Dr. John's Candy

Just in time for Halloween!

Have you ever noticed the candy bowl sitting at our front desk? Its full of Dr. John’s Candies. They’re delicious low calorie lollipops, mints and suckers that come in a variety of shapes and flavors. The best part? They’re all sweetened with xylitol, a natural sugar alternative! Xylitol can be found in a variety of sources- from trees to fruits and vegetables. When used as a sweetener, it limits the ability of oral bacteria to cause cavities by stopping their acid production. A win-win for oral health!

This Halloween, we suggest stocking up on some xylitol goodies for your trick-or-treaters. Dr. John’s candies are an excellent option, as they taste great and can be ordered in bulk directly from the company or on Amazon.com. Our only disclaimer: too much xylitol can cause an upset stomach, so enjoy them in moderation! If you have any further questions about a tooth-friendly Halloween, give us a call!

Website: WWW.DrJohns.com