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Smart swaps

Sugar swaps - Remember they're already sweet enough
Big smiles

It's surprising how much sugar is in our diets, and even snacks aimed at children can contain remarkably large amounts. Cutting down on your child's sugar intake is a great step toward having a healthier, happier child, and less sugar means healthier teeth!

Change4life have a great programme called Sugar Swaps. Sugar Swaps makes it easier to change the unhealthy parts of your diet for more smile-friendly options. If you sign up online you'll receive a free pack including a Sugar Swaps Guide, shopping pad, swap idea cards, stickers and money-off vouchers!

To find out more, please visit smarttools.change4life.co.uk

Here are a few of the swaps we recommend:

Fruit

Breakfast

  • Plain porridge
  • Plain whole wheat biscuits
  • Plain shredded whole grain

Drinks

  • Water
  • No added sugar drinks
  • Sugar-free drinks
  • Lower-fat milks

Snacks

  • Fruit
  • Rice cakes
  • Toast and low-fat spread
  • Wholewheat biscuits
  • Unsalted nuts
  • Fruit teacakes