Baby bottle tooth decay is associated with inappropriate bottle feeding, such as giving infants a sweet pacifier or bottle containing milk, formula, or a sugary liquid when they go to bed. Experts now know that decayed baby teeth affect mouth formation and the health of permanent teeth later on. Serve salt and processed foods only in moderation. The preference for salty foods is learned. Teaching children to enjoy food without adding salt may help reduce problems with high blood pressure later in life.
Most children actually prefer less salty food.
Avoid adding salt to recipes when possible. Experiment with spices and the flavors of lemon or lime juice. Salt is added during the processing and manufacturing of food products in the form of sodium. Some examples of foods that contain high amounts of salt are processed meats and cheeses, canned soups, salad dressings, and prepared frozen entrees and dinners. Look for sodium in the list of ingredients on a food's packaging as well as on the food label.