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BAGELS
Cut the bagel into quarters and eat one piece at a time, taking small bites. This reduces the amount of chewing and grinding you need to do. If the bagel has seeds, drinking while you eat can wash away any seeds that might irritate your gums.
BAGELS
Cut the bagel into quarters and eat one piece at a time, taking small bites. This reduces the amount of chewing and grinding you need to do. If the bagel has seeds, drinking while you eat can wash away any seeds that might irritate your gums.
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SMOOTHIES
Smoothies are easy to drink—plus, they’re full of essential protein, vitamins, and minerals from ingredients like yogurt, fruits, and veggies.
SMOOTHIES
Smoothies are easy to drink—plus, they’re full of essential protein, vitamins, and minerals from ingredients like yogurt, fruits, and veggies.
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GRITS
Grits are a great start to a satisfying, mouthwatering breakfast. They’re soft and you can even add some sautéed greens, poached eggs, ground sausage, and a dash of hot sauce for flavor.
GRITS
Grits are a great start to a satisfying, mouthwatering breakfast. They’re soft and you can even add some sautéed greens, poached eggs, ground sausage, and a dash of hot sauce for flavor.
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GROUND BEEF OR PULLED PORK
Softer meats like ground beef or pulled pork are easier to eat and full of delicious flavor. Plus, they can be thrown over your favorite side dish to make a meal!
GROUND BEEF OR PULLED PORK
Softer meats like ground beef or pulled pork are easier to eat and full of delicious flavor. Plus, they can be thrown over your favorite side dish to make a meal!
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NONSTICKY SPREADS
Hummus and spreadable salads, like chicken salad or tuna salad, can be a flavorful, easy meal. Try enjoying on toast instead of chips, which are sharp and can irritate your gums.
NONSTICKY SPREADS
Hummus and spreadable salads, like chicken salad or tuna salad, can be a flavorful, easy meal. Try enjoying on toast instead of chips, which are sharp and can irritate your gums.
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PEANUT BUTTER
This childhood classic is delicious at any age. Choose smooth peanut butter over crunchy and spread with jam on whole-grain bread. Be sure to wash it down with lots of fluids to avoid any sticking!
PEANUT BUTTER
This childhood classic is delicious at any age. Choose smooth peanut butter over crunchy and spread with jam on whole-grain bread. Be sure to wash it down with lots of fluids to avoid any sticking!
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PASTA WITH MEATBALLS
Don’t let dinner have all the fun. This Italian dish makes a great midday meal. There are plenty of varieties of pasta and types of meatballs you can make to keep things interesting.
PASTA WITH MEATBALLS
Don’t let dinner have all the fun. This Italian dish makes a great midday meal. There are plenty of varieties of pasta and types of meatballs you can make to keep things interesting.
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VEGGIES
If you really love crunchy veggies—like carrots or celery—try steaming them, baking them, or adding them to soup instead. They’re just as delicious, and much easier on your dentures.
VEGGIES
If you really love crunchy veggies—like carrots or celery—try steaming them, baking them, or adding them to soup instead. They’re just as delicious, and much easier on your dentures.
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POPCORN
Go for the fluffy, fully popped kernels and skip the hulls. Half-popped kernels can be especially painful if they get stuck underneath your dentures.
POPCORN
Go for the fluffy, fully popped kernels and skip the hulls. Half-popped kernels can be especially painful if they get stuck underneath your dentures.
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OLIVES
When they’re pitted, olives make a great snack for denture wearers. They’re easy to eat and packed with heart-healthy fats that help lower cholesterol.
OLIVES
When they’re pitted, olives make a great snack for denture wearers. They’re easy to eat and packed with heart-healthy fats that help lower cholesterol.
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MUFFINS
A hearty muffin is an easy-to-chew, delicious snack. You can choose from dozens of flavors, like corn or classic blueberry. Try enjoying one toasted with butter.
MUFFINS
A hearty muffin is an easy-to-chew, delicious snack. You can choose from dozens of flavors, like corn or classic blueberry. Try enjoying one toasted with butter.
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STEAK
A thick steak becomes much easier to eat when cut into small pieces. This will help you avoid sore spots on your gums from chewing large pieces of meat.
STEAK
A thick steak becomes much easier to eat when cut into small pieces. This will help you avoid sore spots on your gums from chewing large pieces of meat.
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CHILI
Whether you prefer it Texas-style with beans or Cincinnati-style with spaghetti, chili is delicious and gets easier to eat—and more delicious—the longer you cook it.
CHILI
Whether you prefer it Texas-style with beans or Cincinnati-style with spaghetti, chili is delicious and gets easier to eat—and more delicious—the longer you cook it.
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BAKED APPLES
Apples aren’t just for the fall. They make a sweet dessert any time of the year. Try dusting them with cinnamon and nutmeg and bake them for a soft, juicy treat.
BAKED APPLES
Apples aren’t just for the fall. They make a sweet dessert any time of the year. Try dusting them with cinnamon and nutmeg and bake them for a soft, juicy treat.
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CREPES
You may be used to having crepes for breakfast, but they make a great dessert, too. Topped with whipped cream, strawberry compote, or chocolate syrup, there’s no limit to how you can dress up these tasty pancakes.
CREPES
You may be used to having crepes for breakfast, but they make a great dessert, too. Topped with whipped cream, strawberry compote, or chocolate syrup, there’s no limit to how you can dress up these tasty pancakes.
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CAKE
Don’t just save it for birthdays! Cake is a soft, sweet dessert perfect for any occasion.
CREPES
You may be used to having crepes for breakfast, but they make a great dessert, too. Topped with whipped cream, strawberry compote, or chocolate syrup, there’s no limit to how you can dress up these tasty pancakes.
