Based on these findings, the researchers concluded that flaxseed can be used as a natural adjunct to periodontal therapy because of its bactericidal effects against P. gingivalis.

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Badiger AB, Gowda TM, Rajarajeshwari S, Majhi SS, Kumar T, Mehta DS. ANTIMICROBIAL EFFECT OF FLAXSEED (LINUM USITATISSIMUM) ON PERIODONTAL PATHOGENS: AN IN VITRO STUDY. International Journal of Herbal Medicine. 2019;7(3):16-19....

Shiitake mushrooms demonstrate potent antimicrobial effects

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April 29, 2019 -

In thier study, published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the research team developed a formulation by fermenting shiitake mushroom with rice bran. Fermented shiitake mushroom with rice bran can inhibit the growth of Salmonella typhimurium in infected mouse organs, suggesting that they can be used as a functional antimicrobial food and natural antibiotic.

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Knocking Out Superbugs With Antimicrobial UMF Honey

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Waxflower plants found to have potential antimicrobial properties

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December 26, 2019 - antimicrobial properties. These properties can be used to treat many infectious diseases and address antibiotic resistance.

The researchers believe that extensive studies on the biological activities of Etlingera essential oils may lead to the identification of new compounds which can be used as antimicrobial agents in modern medicine, as well as in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry.

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Mexican ethnomedicine holds potential as natural antimicrobial agent

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February 01, 2019 - antimicrobial properties.

In this study, which was published in the African Journal of Traditional, Complementary and Alternative Medicines, the researchers collected essential oil from the fresh plant, young stems, and bark of aceitillo through steam distillation. They then proceeded to determine the phytochemical content of the extracts through gas chromatography and mass spectrometry (GC-MS). Upon analyzing the results, they were able to identify 28 compounds....

Investigating the antimicrobial activity of berberine against Staphylococcus aureus

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The researchers concluded that berberine has bactericidal activities against PJI-related strains of S. aureus. However, berberine's efficacy depends on the bacterial strain.

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Tan J, Wang J, Yang C, Zhu C, Guo G, Tang J. ANTIMICROBIAL CHARACTERISTICS OF BERBERINE ...

Vampirecups are parasitic plants with antioxidant and antimicrobial potential

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December 30, 2019 - antimicrobials and antioxidants

For their study, the researchers characterized the ethanolic and aqueous extracts obtained from the inflorescence of C. hypocistis and C. ruber, two species found in the Mediterranean region. They determined the plants' total phenolic content using spectrophotometric and chromatographic methods, and used different assays to test the extracts' antioxidant activities. They also evaluated biofilm formation via staining and the extracts' anti-microbial ...

Rosemary and clove extracts demonstrate antimicrobial and antioxidant effects

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Based on these results, the researchers concluded that RO and CL can prevent microbial growth and lipid oxidation, making them excellent antimicrobials and antioxidants.

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Zhang H, Wu J, Guo X. EFFECTS OF ANTIMICROBIAL AND ANTIOXIDANT ACTIVITIES ...

Review: Galangal essential oil exhibits antimicrobial and nutraceutical properties

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The researchers believe that the chemical composition and biological activity of K. galanga essential oil are worth studying because of the pharmacological applications and commercial utility of the active components of K. galanga.

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Munda S, Saikia P, Lal M. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION AND BIOLOGICAL ACTIVITY OF ESSENTIAL OIL OF KAEMPFERIA GALANGA: A REVIEW. Journal of Essential Oil Research. 25 June 2018;30(5):303–308. DOI: ...

Exploring natural cures: Can antimicrobial herbs prevent Lyme disease?

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March 11, 2019 - antimicrobial properties can protect you from infection.

A recent study from Johns Hopkins University found that the oils of garlic and other herbs and medicinal plants have a strong activity against Lyme disease-causing bacteria. The researchers found that 35 essential oils, including not only that of garlic cloves but also thyme leaves, cumin seeds, cinnamon bark, myrrh trees, and others, killed dormant as well as slow-growing “persister” types of Lyme disease bacterium....

Polyphenols contain powerful antimicrobial substances that prevent periodontal disease

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In conclusion, the findings indicate that plant-derived polyphenols have powerful antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects against periodontal pathogens, which are important in the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease.

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The antimicrobial and antioxidant potential of folded orange oils

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The researchers concluded that folder oils from orange essential oil can be used as a natural food preservative given its antioxidant and antimicrobial effects.

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Torres-Alvarez C, González AN, Rodríguez J, Castillo S, Leos-Rivas C, Báez-González JG. CHEMICAL COMPOSITION, ANTIMICROBIAL, ...

Antimicrobial essential oils: 8 Powerful natural alternatives to chemical cleaners

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August 16, 2025 - antimicrobial agents

Essential oils are far more than just pleasant fragrances — they contain bioactive compounds capable of killing microbial pathogens. A study published in the journal Microbios reported that peppermint, eucalyptus, lemongrass and orange essential oils show potent antibacterial activity against 22 different strains.

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Essential oils of Etlingera plants are rich in antimicrobial compounds

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July 29, 2020 - antimicrobial agents that can be used to combat the emerging problem of microbial drug resistance.Etlingera species: traditional uses

Since ancient times, Etlingera plants have been used as spices, vegetables and traditional herbal remedies. Here are some examples of the most commonly used Etlingera species and their medicinal uses:

Etlingera essential oils: active components

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Exploring the antimicrobial properties of essential oils from Cameroonian spices

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July 21, 2020 -

Based on these findings, the researchers concluded that the essential oils of Cameroonian spices possess antimicrobial activities, which they owe to the individual or synergistic effects of their phytochemical components.

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