by Becky | Jun 9, 2016 | 2016, Oral Health, Propolis
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. After 2 days of rinsing, the propolis rinse group reduced salivary levels of mutans streptococcus by 42.9% compared to a 26.1% reduction in the chlorahexedine group and an 18.1% increase in the placebo group.
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by Becky | Apr 29, 2016 | 2015, Oral Health, Vitamin E
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. In a study with 4708 subjects, higher vitamin E levels were associated with a better score in periodontitis. (more…)
by Becky | Apr 26, 2016 | Alternative Therapies, Cancer, Luekemia, Menopause, Natural Sweeteners, Oral Health
Written by Joyce Smith, BS. Honey is antimicrobial, helps with pain reduction, and has cancer fighting properties.
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by Becky | Apr 18, 2016 | 2014, Fats and Oils - General, Oral Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Researchers found that rinsing with sesame oil (called oil pulling) was as effective as chlorhexidine in reducing bad breath and the bacteria that cause it. (more…)
by Becky | Apr 14, 2016 | 2014, Aloe Vera, Botanicals, Oral Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Applications of aloe or myrrh for 5 days in participating subjects resulted in a 38% decrease in ulcer size from application of aloe and a 21% decrease in pain intensity from application of myrrh when compared to a placebo. (more…)
by Becky | Jan 22, 2016 | 2013, Oral Health, Probiotics
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. A probiotic lozenge reduced the risk of gum disease by 40% over those in a control group. (more…)
by Becky | Jan 12, 2016 | 2009, Botanicals, Oral Health
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Patients using lemon juice and lemongrass experienced 88% recovery from oral thrush. (more…)
by nhri | Jun 25, 2013 | 2011, Fluoride, Oral Health
Written by Tatjana Djakovic, Staff Writer. This study analyzes the risk of excessive fluoride consumption which leads to bone deformations and teeth discoloration. It was analyzed in skeletons from an ancient population that were very well preserved due to their sudden death during a volcanic eruption. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 19, 2013 | 2011, Botanicals, Oral Health
Written by Jessica Patella, ND. A study on the effect of Frankincense, (traditional anti-inflammatory medicine containing boswellic acid) showed significant improvement in gum health, gingivitis and other conditions that affect gum health. (more…)
by nhri | Apr 8, 2010 | 2009, DHA, Oral Health
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. (more…)
by nhri | Feb 24, 2010 | 2009, Antioxidants, Cardiovascular Health, Diabetes, Natural Sweeteners, Oral Health
Written by Marcia J. Egles, MD. Research from the Netherlands showed that erythritol is a strong antioxidant, does not raise blood sugar levels or promote tooth decay, has a favorable effect on blood vessels, and has no calories. (more…)
by nhri | Mar 19, 2009 | 2009, Oral Health, Vitamin B12
Written by Greg Arnold, DC, CSCS. Vitamin B12 treatment, which is inexpensive, and low-risk, seems to be effective for patients suffering from RAS, regardless of the blood vitamin B12 level. (more…)
by nhri | Aug 8, 2008 | 2006, Oral Health
Written by Susan Sweeny Johnson, PhD, Biochem. (more…)