Sorry, pumpkin spice lovers — too much can harm your teeth

Thursday, September 14, 2023 at 12:00 AM

The ingredients in your favorite fall drink aren’t too healthy for your teeth.

We’re only a few weeks away from fall, but many restaurants are already selling pumpkin spice– and apple-flavored drinks and foods. Pumpkin spice is a popular fall flavor used in lattes, pies, cookies and more. This sweet and savory flavor may be a good treat in the colder months, but consuming it might affect your teeth.

Here’s how the beloved pumpkin spice flavor may be harming your teeth.

The full article is available at ozarksfirst.com.

(Story by Taneia Surles, BestReviews, found at ozarksfirst.com)

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