(Natural News) Essential oils are concentrated extracts derived from plants through mechanical pressing or distillation. These natural products not only retain the smell and flavor of their sources, they also contain a unique composition of plant compounds that can provide numerous health benefits. Essential oils have been used for centuries as natural remedies. While they are […]

(Natural News) Despite advances in modern dentistry, the prevalence of dental diseases is increasing. Dental caries or tooth decay is one of the most common dental health problems suffered by schoolchildren and a large number of adults today. Dental caries is caused by the acid produced when oral bacteria break down sugars from food. This acid […]

(Natural News) Researchers from China and South Korea investigated if the ethanol extract of Artemisia princeps could inhibit the cariogenic activity of Streptococcus mutans. The results of their study were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. The study design involved the evaluation of the increase in acid production and biofilm formation by S. mutans, as well […]

(Natural News) Berries are widely known as one of the best cancer-fighting foods, but did you know that they can also prevent tooth decay? A study published in the European Journal of Oral Sciences suggested that eating a handful of dark-colored berries, such as cranberries and blueberries, provide a protective effect against tooth decay. For […]

(Natural News) Cranberries (Vaccinium macrocarpon) are most commonly eaten during Thanksgiving. However, you should learn to enjoy these fruits all year long because they offer many health benefits. One of these is improved oral health. A new study reports that cranberries can help fight inflammation due to gingivitis. The study, which was published in the […]

(Natural News) Dental caries, more commonly known as tooth decay, is a greater problem than it seems, largely because of its impact on your general health and your quality of life. Most of it is blamed on the effects of bacterial biofilms on the teeth, such as those produced by Streptococcus mutans. A study published […]