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Author: Rositsa Tashkova, Master of Molecular Biology and Microbiology

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Imagine a wonderfully furnished house with quality electrical installation, brand new plumbing, a fireplace, crystal vases with fresh flowers and colorful soft carpets bring aesthetics and coziness, and it seems you are safe here... What could possibly go wrong?

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But someone outside throws a rock at the window and it collapses with a shatter. A bunch of bummers break into the house. One breaks the vases and tears the flowers to pieces, another pulls a burning tree out of the fireplace and lights the curtains, others cut the carpet and stuff the parts into the sewer...

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Something like this <a href="/p/kakvo_priedstavliavat_svobodnitie_radikali_i_antioksidantitie_6be12349_ec85_47d4_bcb8_0c265fb59dd4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"></a> happens in our body - when our inner environment is exposed to <a href="https://www.sanat.io/bul/p/kakvo_priedstavliavat_svobodnitie_radikali_i_antioksidantitie_6be12349_ec85_47d4_bcb8_0c265fb59dd4" target="_blank" rel="noopener">free</a><a href="https://www.sanat.io/bul/p/kakvo_priedstavliavat_svobodnitie_radikali_i_antioksidantitie_6be12349_ec85_47d4_bcb8_0c265fb59dd4" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> radicals</a> - it's called oxidative stress and we're exposed to it all the time. It leads to the development of many diseases and conditions - from aging to cancer.

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Are free radicals good or bad

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Free radicals are substances that are extremely prone to react chemically with the surrounding molecules, which can easily lead to damage in the cell, including DNA damage, cell death and various diseases - <a href="https://www.sanat.io/bul/p/altskhaimier_i_diemientsiia_6_bilki_koito_pomaghat_sporied_kitaiskata_traditsionna_mieditsina_c66a2085_1e30_40d8_9347_9fa3d0ac5bd2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Alzheimer's</a>, <a href="/p/bilki_za_zdravo_srtsie_chast_1_bdd3a061_589a_402f_846f_042cbc215d6e" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"></a><a href="https://www.sanat.io/bul/p/bilki_za_zdravo_srtsie_chast_1_bdd3a061_589a_402f_846f_042cbc215d6e" target="_blank" rel="noopener">heartattack, atherosclerosis</a>, <a href="/p/vsichko_za_diabiet_tip_2_na_iedno_miasto_9b1be4d6_84a7_42c6_8e37_de3bd6480ba1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer"></a> <a href="https://www.sanat.io/bul/p/vsichko_za_diabiet_tip_2_na_iedno_miasto_9b1be4d6_84a7_42c6_8e37_de3bd6480ba1" target="_blank" rel="noopener">diabetes</a> and many others. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Free_radicals_antioxidants_in_disease_and_health_23675073" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.1</a>]

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Free radicals also have some important positive functions in the cell - they can act as harmful, protective or signaling factors in the cell and become dangerous depending on the balance between production and neutralization at some point and in a given place.

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They are formed in the body under the action of various agents: contaminants, heavy metals, smoking, smoke, drugs, xenobbiotics or radiation.

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Do antioxidants hold the answer?

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When the body is exposed to great oxidative stress, antioxidants come to the rescue. Antioxidants are substances that suppress oxidation and neutralize the negative effects of free radicals.

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Examples of antioxidants are polyphenols and catechins. Polyphenols are the most common antioxidants found in plant food and beverages. [<a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/B9780123984562000207" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.2</a>]

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In this article we will look at the specific benefits of antioxidants and which are the richest plant sources of these valuable substances. It is good to keep in mind that there is not necessarily a direct link between the total antioxidant content of the given food and the subsequent antioxidant activity in the target cell.

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Read more about antioxidants and free radicals in the article "".

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Role of antioxidants in atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease

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In developed countries, atherosclerotic disease is the main cause of death in the adult population. It is believed that some antioxidants, such as polyphenols and lycopene, slow down the course of this disease.

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In this regard, the so-called "French paradox", according to which the French suffer less from heart disease, despite their high intake of saturated fats, is really interesting. It is believed that this is due to resveratrol - an antioxidant in grapes and wine so beloved by the French.

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One of the risk factors for the heart is impaired fat metabolism, which is also associated with increased oxidative stress in the body. Some medicinal plants have the ability to lower lipid levels in the blood, and often this is at least in part attributed&nbsp;to their antioxidant properties [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/A_review_on_promising_natural_agents_effective_on_hyperlipidemia_25633423" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.3</a>].

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Data from various studies show that certain substances in foods can positively affect the lipid profile, among them are the polyphenols - a type of antioxidants. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Impact_of_nutrients_and_food_components_on_dyslipidemias_what_is_the_evidence_26567195" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.4</a>]

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Alzheimer's disease and antioxidants

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The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer's disease. A neurodegenerative disease in which plaque builds up in the brain over time, killing certain types of neurons and causing changes in the transmission of nerve impulses in various important areas of the brain. [<a href="/p/altskhaimier_i_diemientsiia_6_bilki_koito_pomaghat_sporied_kitaiskata_traditsionna_mieditsina_c66a2085_1e30_40d8_9347_9fa3d0ac5bd2" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">ref.5</a>]

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There is growing evidence to support the view that oxidative damage is a potential cause of the development of Alzheimer's disease, and one study has found that patients with the disease have a deviation in normal levels of antioxidants [<a href="https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/(SICI)1099-1166(1998120)13:12%3C840::AID-GPS877%3E3.0.CO;2-R" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.6</a>].

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It is believed that the consumption of antioxidants and nutrients, in particular vitamin E, caffeine and turmeric, can slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease and so that food becomes a medicine or rather - food becomes a means of preventing the disease before it has occurred. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/alzheimer_s_disease_inflammation_and_the_role_of_antioxidants_32715278" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.7</a>]

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Alzheimer's and dementia: 6 herbs that help according to Chinese traditional medicine

Read more about Alzheimer's disease in the article "".

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Role of antioxidants against cancer

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Although the exact role of free radicals in carcinogenesis and cancer progression is still being studied, it seems certain antioxidants are associated with a lower incidence of specific cancers.

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For example, there is evidence that vitamin E can serve as a prevention of breast, lung and colon cancer, but the most significant results are obtained in prostate cancer.

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However, according to some studies, antioxidant supplements can have a beneficial effect on the incidence of cancer only in healthy individuals who are not at risk of cancer but have particularly low baseline levels of antioxidants.

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It is important to keep in mind that high-dose antioxidant supplements can be harmful if the initial phase of cancer formation has already begun. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Antioxidant_Activity_during_Tumor_Progression_A_Necessity_for_the_Survival_of_Cancer_Cells_27754368" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.8</a>]

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The secret to longevity

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Longevity is a very complex phenomenon, since it depends on many factors -&nbsp;environment, behavior, socio-demographic status and food.&nbsp;They affect the physiological pathways of aging and life expectancy.

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Nutrition is known to have an important impact on overall mortality and morbidity. It is the subject of extensive research. The traditional Mediterranean diet is of particular interest, as well as some specific foods. [<a href="https://www.maturitas.org/article/S0378-5122(13)00318-6/fulltext" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.10</a>]

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The diet also has <a href="/p/iepighienietikata_ili_kak_nachint_na_zhivot_upravliava_ghienitie_ni_8ec805d0_069f_4823_89cd_c55d051a9610" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">epigenetic effects</a> on the aging process - by limiting calories and consumption of foods such as red wine, orange juice, probiotics and prebiotics.

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Dark chocolate, red wine, nuts, beans, avocados have earned themselves the glory of <a href="/p/10_liubopitni_fakta_za_starieienieto_i_kak_da_gho_zabavim_359c758c_61cf_45c5_9da2_e588e3e54d79" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">anti-aging</a> foods due to their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

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Many studies have tried to establish whether taking antioxidants in the form of supplements has an impact on longevity. It has been found that they do not have a preventive effect and can even be harmful to people who eat a varied diet and take these substances with food and drink. The optimal source of antioxidants seems to come from our diet, not from antioxidant supplements in the form of pills and tablets.&nbsp;[<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Effect_of_antioxidants_supplementation_on_aging_and_longevity_24783202" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.11</a>]

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The benefits of taking antioxidant supplements are undoubted in cases of deficiency of these substances, but healthy people who have a healthy diet&nbsp;with a large intake of fresh fruits and vegetables do not need additional antioxidants.

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10 curious facts about aging and how to slow it down

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Foods and herbs rich in antioxidants

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According to one of the most extensive studies [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/The_total_antioxidant_content_of_more_than_3100_foods_beverages_spices_herbs_and_supplements_used_worldwide_20096093" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.9</a>] of the content of antioxidants in various foods, herbs, spices and beverages, the top antioxidant content* belongs to:

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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Clove (Syzygium aromaticum) - 277.3</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Dried amla fruit (Phyllanthus emblica) - 261.5</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Mint (Mentha spicata) - 116.4</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Allspice (Pimenta dioica) - 100.4</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Rosehip (Rosa canina) - 78.1</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Cinnamon (Cinnamomum) - 77.0</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Aronia (Aronia melanocarpa) - up to 68.60</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Blueberries, dried (Vaccinium) - 48.3</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Dried thyme (Thymus vulgaris) - 56.3</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) - 44.8</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Saffron (Crocus sativus) - 44.5</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Sage (Salvia officinalis) - 44.3</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Estragon, tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus) - 43.8</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Walnuts (Juglans regia) - 21.9</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Dark chocolate - max 10.9</li>
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*the amount of antioxidants in mmol per 100 grams is indicated

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The study shows that the most antioxidant-rich plants are herbs and spices, followed by berries. Examples of antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables are:

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<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">dried apples - 3.8</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">okra flour - 4.2</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">artichokes - 3.5</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">prunes - 3.2</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">dried apricots - 3.1</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">kale - 2.8</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">red and green chillies - 2.4</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">prunes - 2.4</li>
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But the content of antioxidants in these fruits and vegetables is many times lower than in the above-listed herbs, spices, nuts and small fruits.

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It is good to keep in mind that in some cases antioxidants in a plant are in a large amount, but may not be accessible to our cells. It depends on the structure of the food and to what extent these antioxidants are absorbed and metabolized by the body.

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However, everything confirms that a varied diet and a rich intake of plant products are essential for our good health and longevity. Don't you prefer to eat a handful of blueberries instead of a pill? :)

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Tea is the second most common drink after water. Tea, which is prepared from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant is 3 types: green, oolong and black - depending on the degree of oxidation of the leaves. The most oxidized are the leaves of black tea, not so much of the oolong tea and the leafs of green tea are not oxidized at all.

9 unexpected health benefits of green tea and how to prepare it

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Fasting is becoming more and more popular among different groups of people – from active sports to obese people. The reason is that fasting, also known as intermittent fasting, has noticeable benefits both on our appearance and on our health. Its impact on diseases such as diabetes, dementia and cardiovascular disease is the subject of increased scientific interest and research.

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Brewer's yeast is a rich source of B vitamins, the biologically active form of chromium, as well as potassium, zinc, iron, magnesium and proteins. It can increase the energy and resistance of the body, improve digestion, glucose tolerance in type 2 diabetes, may help for beautiful and healthy skin and hair.

6 Health Benefits of Brewer's Yeast

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The desire for faster results, greater strength and endurance and accumulation of muscle mass sometimes lead active athletes to the decision to take supplements. It is well known that "chemistry" harms you, and yet it remains the easier choice. But here's nature to help.

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Insomnia is the medical term for insomnia. It is a widespread condition that affects sleep quality and inevitably affects our productivity during the day. Perhaps you also wonder if you do not suffer from it, if you don't easily fall asleep or wake up too often at night, and during the day you feel drowsy and lethargic. In this article, we will look at what may be the reasons that lead to insomnia and whether you can help yourself.

What is insomnia and how to deal with it

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Gin hides its origin not as a summer drink, but as a healing agent in the arsenal of traditional medicine.

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Antioxidants: health benefits and antioxidant rich foods

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 Antioxidants: health benefits and antioxidant rich foods

Rositsa Tashkova-Kacharova

Gingivitis and periodontitis are serious gum diseases, which, however, often remain neglected. The infection develops, the gums bleed, but we are accustomed to discomfort, and it already seems to us that it is normal to spit blood when brushing our teeth. But it's not.

These diseases are due to the development of bacteria under the gum, and over time they begin to harm the whole organism, and the loss of a tooth can turn out to be the slightest evil.

Besides bacteria, there are other risk factors that lead to gum inflammation - smoking, stress, obesity, diabetes, osteoporosis, calcium and vitamin D deficiency, as well as genetic factors.

Treatment of gingivitis and periodontal disease requires a complex approach and guidance from a dentist. It can also be supported by the local application of certain medicinal plants and herbs, thanks to their anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antioxidant action. In this article, we will look at which herbs work best according to the information in the scientific literature.

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Aloe vera reduces inflammation

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There are several clinical studies that show good effectiveness of aloe vera in various forms - toothpaste, mouthwash or extract intake, as a means complementing other methods of treatment. There is evidence that the plant reduces bleeding and inflammation of the gums in gingivitis. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Effect_of_Aloe_vera_mouthwash_on_periodontal_health_triple_blind_randomized_control_trial_24603910" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.1</a>]

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Pot Marigold (Calendula officinalis) stops bleeding

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This herb is alo known as ruddles, common marigold or Scotch marigold. According to several clinical studies, one of which involves 240 people with gingivitis, mouthwash with marigold significantly reduces bleeding and inflammation of the gums, as well as other factors by which the severity of the disease is determined. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Evaluation_of_Calendula_officinalis_as_an_anti_plaque_and_anti_gingivitis_agent_24554883" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.2</a>]

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Green tea (Camellia sinensis) has antibacterial activity

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Data on the benefits of green tea in various forms in gingivitis and inflamed gums are promising. Several clinical trials have shown this. Green tea has also been found to have bactericidal activity against the bacteria Porphyromonas gingivalis, Prevotella intermedia and Prevotella nigrescens in laboratory conditions. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Preliminary_Clinical_Evidence_of_the_Antiplaque_Antigingivitis_Efficacy_of_a_Mouthwash_Containing_2_Green_Tea_A_Randomised_Clinical_Trial_25610918" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.3</a>]

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Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) fights plaque

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A clinical trial was conducted on a 1% solution of chamomile, used as mouthwash in the morning and evening after brushing teeth, for 15 days in patients who wear braces and have gingivitis. The results show that bleeding gums decreased, as did the amount of plaque accumulated. This is probably due to the anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties of chamomile. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Clinical_efficacy_of_a_1_Matricaria_chamomile_L_mouthwash_and_0_12_chlorhexidine_for_gingivitis_control_in_patients_undergoing_orthodontic_treatment_with_fixed_appliances_28025442" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.4</a>] Other studies have shown the same effects in gingivitis.

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Pomegranate (Punica granatum) as a mouthwash

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Few people know that the bark of the fruit and the core of the root are used as a healing agent due to their content of ellagic acid, ellagitannins, punic acid, flavonoids, anthocyanidins, anthocyanins and estrogenic flavonols and flavons, as well as alkaloids such as pelletierine.

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There are studies that show that pomegranate juice can improve the condition of gingivitis sufferers and bleeding gums - in the form of mouthwash. It has been shown to be particularly effective in patients who also have diabetes. [<a href="https://www.jdrr.org/article.asp?issn=2348-2915;year=2016;volume=3;issue=4;spage=117;epage=123;aulast=Kiany" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.5</a>]

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Arak, Miswak (Salvadora persica) - the toothbrush tree

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This is a type of tree characteristic of the Middle East and Africa, where twigs of it are used as a natural toothbrush, that's why it's also called toothbrush tree. It's rich in different substances. There is evidence that it can improve the condition of bleeding gums, especially when used in combination with a standard toothbrush or in the composition of toothpaste. [<a href="https://www.jisponline.com/article.asp?issn=0972-124X;year=2012;volume=16;issue=1;spage=84;epage=88;aulast=Patel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.6</a>]

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Some herbal combinations, containing elderberry, gotu cola, echinacea, eucalyptus, menthol, and others, also improve gum health, through their antibacterial and anti-inflammatory action. [<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Medicinal_plants_for_gingivitis_a_review_of_clinical_trials_30524670" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.7</a>, <a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Herbs_as_an_antioxidant_arsenal_for_periodontal_diseases_27069730" target="_blank" rel="noopener">ref.8</a>]

<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Effect_of_Aloe_vera_mouthwash_on_periodontal_health_triple_blind_randomized_control_trial_24603910" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Effect of Aloe vera mouthwash on periodontal health: triple blind randomized control trial</a>, 2015, Oral health and dental management

<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Evaluation_of_Calendula_officinalis_as_an_anti_plaque_and_anti_gingivitis_agent_24554883" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Evaluation of Calendula officinalis as an anti-plaque and anti-gingivitis agent</a>, 2014, Journal of Indian Society of Periodontology

<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Preliminary_Clinical_Evidence_of_the_Antiplaque_Antigingivitis_Efficacy_of_a_Mouthwash_Containing_2_Green_Tea_A_Randomised_Clinical_Trial_25610918" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Preliminary Clinical Evidence of the Antiplaque, Antigingivitis Efficacy of a Mouthwash Containing 2% Green Tea - A Randomised Clinical Trial</a>, 2015, Oral Health and Preventive Dentistry

<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Clinical_efficacy_of_a_1_Matricaria_chamomile_L_mouthwash_and_0_12_chlorhexidine_for_gingivitis_control_in_patients_undergoing_orthodontic_treatment_with_fixed_appliances_28025442" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Clinical efficacy of a 1% Matricaria chamomile L. mouthwash and 0.12% chlorhexidine for gingivitis control in patients undergoing orthodontic treatment with fixed appliances</a>, 2017, Journal of oral science

Assessing the effect of pomegranate fruit seed extract mouthwash on dental plaque and gingival inflammation, 2016, J Dent Res Rev

Clinical effect of miswak as an adjunct to tooth brushing on gingivitis., 2012, J Indian Soc Periodontol

<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Medicinal_plants_for_gingivitis_a_review_of_clinical_trials_30524670" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Medicinal plants for gingivitis: a review of clinical trials</a>, 2018, Iran J Basic Med Sci

<a href="https://www.bioseek.eu/en/eng/research/pubmed/Herbs_as_an_antioxidant_arsenal_for_periodontal_diseases_27069730" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Herbs as an antioxidant arsenal for periodontal diseases</a>, 2016, J Intercult Ethnopharmacol

Fenchol is an aromatic compound that is found in abundance in basil leaves. In addition to giving it a specific and well-known aroma, it turns out that it can help reduce the pathologies caused by Alzheimer's disease.

Basil in the fight against Alzheimer's disease

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Marijuana is a plant with various effects on human health. Nowadays, its use for personal or medical purpose is becoming more prevalent. What is the story, are there enough studies to justify the positive and negative effects of marijuana use on health and what are these effects? The answers to these questions can be found in this article.

Marijuana – a peek into the history, the science of its active substances and their effects on health

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"The greatest power is thought. Whatever we think, we build from invisible matter something that draws strength to ourselves to help or harm us, according to the nature of our thoughts."

The recipes of Petar Dimkov the Healer - scientific reading (part 1)

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Summer aroma and ice cold taste - probably the mastic on the beach is the most common association of most of us when it comes to anise. But this plant turns out to be something more - a useful herb with many qualities that are used for medicinal purposes.

Anise - The Summer Taste of an Ancient Herb

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Soothing effect, many healing properties, gentle aroma known for centuries, a valuable raw material for perfumery - all this refers to jasmine. 

Jasmine - The Healing Fragrance

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In this article you will find recipes from Russian folk medicine for dealing with hyperpigmentation, wrinkles, psoriasis and hyperhidrosis.

Easy Recipes From Russian Folk Medicine For The Treatment Of Skin Diseases. Part 3: Hyperpigmentation, Wrinkles, Psoriasis, Hyperhidrosis

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Chamomile is an herb known and used since ancient times. It has a variety of healing properties and its presence in the home first aid kit is mandatory. Find out why!

Healing properties