A nurse obtains a nutritional health history from a 10-year-old child. Which food increases the risk for dental caries necessitating education regarding oral hygiene?

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Gummy bears and licorice are high in sugar content and stick to the teeth, increasing the risk for dental caries. Sorbet and yogurt are generally low in sugar and less likely to contribute to dental caries. Fluoridated water actually helps prevent dental caries. Peanuts and crackers are low in sugar and less likely to contribute to dental caries.

A Nurse Obtains a Nutritional Health History from a 10-Year-Old