Eating Leafy Greens Could Be Better for Oral Health Than Using Mouthwash
Over half the adult population in the UK and U.S. have gum disease from poor oral health. Typical treatments include mouthwash and, in severe cases, antibiotics. These treatments have side effects, such as dry mouth, the development of antimicrobial resistance, and increased blood pressure. Research has indicated that a molecule called nitrate, which is found ...