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It is hard on both Mom and the young students who are away at college during the Easter holidays. But you as a Mom can make your students Easter enjoyable with just these little things. The best way to start out with an Easter package for a college student is the traditional Easter basket. This will be a delight to remind your son/daughter of the Easter’s of the past. Of course, this basket has to be filled with some candy of their liking. A chocolate Easter Bunny, maybe even some hard boiled colored eggs, homemade cookies, or any other candy that they like will bring a big smile to your student’s face. Can you picture them now, sitting there munching on their favorite candy?

The Good Ole Mug

People of all ages use a mug for many different things. What student wouldn’t like to have one that Mom picked out? The mug works well for so many different things, coffee, hot chocolate, soda, and even pencils. This mug can also be filled with candy or hot chocolate packages. Every time it is used they will think of you.

The Needed Hygiene Items

A little help with hygiene items is always appreciated. Things like chap stick, a new comb, toothpaste, or even their favorite soap. These are a must for everyone and it helps to have a little extra on hand. Students will thank you for thinking of these little items as it can save them time running to the store.

A Little Fun

If your student doesn’t have a CD player this would be a great gift for them. If they do have one, some CD’s of their favorite music will brighten their day. Other ideas are a MP3 player or an IPod. Music isn’t the only way to go. A good Frisbee for them to have some fun and exercise is a great way for them to spend their free time. A new pair of sunglasses or even a hat will be appreciated on some days.

Those Needed School Supplies

Even though a student may not want to receive those, school supplies are always welcome. It may just be pens or paper but those are items that will be used.

Clothing

Small items of clothing would fit into a basket also and we know how everyone can use clothes. A funny t-shirt would brighten anyone’s day.

There are many things that a Mom can send to their son/daughter who is away at college. This is just a few of the many things that will bring a smile to a student’s face. The Easter basket filled with goodies, a mug that will be used over and over, the must have hygiene items, and items to make their time at college a little fun. This can all be topped off with a beautiful Easter card from you. The stores have many to choose from or you might get creative and make one yourself. What joy a homemade card from Mom would be. Once the card has been bought or made and signed with love from you, then the envelope could be decorated to bring more smiles to your students face. Adding a bunch of pictures of the family and friends would be another delight to your son/daughter. Who says a student can’t enjoy their Easter holiday while they are at college. They will be receiving love and Easter from Mom.

Amanda Davis is a medical writer earning her masters degree in nursing online for more job marketability.

Dentists warn everyone about the perils of sugary snacks and how they cause cavities and tooth decay. Soft drinks, cookies, and Big League Chew should all be limited if you want to keep those pearly whites shining. But what about foods that are good for your teeth? Or, better yet, foods that are not only good for your teeth but also taste great? Here’s a list of five foods that help fight bacteria and keep your grin glowing for years to come.

1. Oranges – It’s no secret that oranges have a huge amount of vitamin C. The bacteria fighting power of vitamin C will help ward off cold and flu. And just as it fights the bacteria of winter ills, it also combats the germs in your mouth associated with tooth decay. The only thing to watch out for is intake. Oranges and other fruits are high in sugar and if you consume too many the bacteria fighting power of vitamin C may be thwarted by too much sugar intake.

2. Cheese – All types of cheeses, as well as most dairy products for that matter, are important for a healthy, balanced diet. Cheese, however, produces saliva which keeps your teeth clean. Dry mouths are a hotbed of bacteria so by producing enough saliva, you’re effectively washing your teeth so to speak. Cheese is one of the best foods for saliva production, as well as sugar-free gum.

3. Cranberries – Interestingly enough, cranberries actually form a protective barrier over the teeth which prevents plaque build-up. When the dentist scrapes your teeth at a routine cleaning, that’s plague their removing. The less plague on your teeth, the less scraping. But, again, cranberries are a fruit so watch your sugar intake.

4. Yogurt – So long as it’s not loaded down with sugar, yogurt is also a delicious way to protect your smile because it provides a healthy dose of calcium that strengthens teeth. The stronger the teeth, the more difficult it is for cavities to form.

5. Dark Chocolate – Dark chocolate has a high content of antioxidants called polyphenols that fight against the bacteria associated with tooth decay. It’s important, though, to have dark chocolate and not milk chocolate because antioxidants are associated with the amount of cocoa which is higher in dark chocolates.

A healthy diet in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains will keep your teeth healthy and happy. The main thing to watch out for is sugar. All of the foods listed above have positive tooth-protecting properties but some are also high in sugar. A balanced diet is the best way to a healthy smile and for a little extra tooth protection, feel free to throw in a little cheese and dark chocolate to hold on to that healthy glow.

Patrick Toms DMD is a children’s dentist in Gainesville, GA, who specializes in providing oral healthcare to kids of all ages. Their dental office in Gainesville, GA, is proud to offer children’s dental X-rays as well as 24/7 emergency care.