Tooth Truths - Xylitol, Baking Soda, Peppermint Oil and Tooth Meridians
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XYLITOL
This link will take you to scientific research done on the many benefits of using Xylitol. All articles are listed below. 1993-2012
Erythritol and xylitol have similar effects in reducing some risk factors of dental caries.MAY 01, 2005
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Long-term use of xylitol-containing chewing-gum can reduce the risk of dental caries.FEB 01, 2008
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Xylitol chewing gum suppresses Streptococcus mutans growth indicating it may prevent dental caries.SEP 01, 2003
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Xylitol is more effective than sorbitol for preventing dental caries in adults.FEB 01, 1996
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Xylitol may prevent the development of acute otitis media (middle ear infection)DEC 08, 2000
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Xylitol syrup is effective in preventing early childhood caries.JUL 01, 2009
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Xylitol improves bone biomechanical properties in xylitol-fed aged ratsJAN 01, 2002
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Xylitol normalizes urea synthesis in diabetic ratsJUL 01, 1993
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Xylitol protects against aging-related osteoporotic changes in rats.NOV 01, 2001
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Xylitol protects against weakening bone in ovariectomized ratsOCT 01, 1998
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Xylitol reduces visceral fat accumulation and metabolic parameters associated with obesity.JUL 01, 2011
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Regular and prolonged use of xylitol chewing gum may have a caries-preventive effect.APR 01, 1994
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The use of xylitol containing chewing gum prevents dental caries.JAN 01, 2009
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Xylitol has a beneficial action on mutans streptococci and dental plaque.JAN 25, 2008
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Xylitol inhibits carcinogenic acetaldehyde production by Candida species.DEC 10, 2010
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Xylitol may have leishmanicidal activityMAY 01, 2008
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Xylitol significantly reduces adherence of Candida albican.JAN 01, 2000
BAKING SODA
Well known for its bacteria fighting properties, tooth whitening, and stain removal, Baking Soda acts in CRUSHTABS to lower acidity and balance pH.
This is well proven as stated in The Journal of the American Dental Association below: 
ORGANIC ESSENTIAL OIL OF PEPPERMINT
Peppermint Oil has been proven to be antiviral, antimicrobial, anti-fungal, antioxidant, analgesic, radioprotective, and antiedema. Peppermint leaves a refreshing feeling & tastes great. There is also great information about it at Pub Med.
Here's another very good study :
Antimicrobial efficacy of five essential oils against oral pathogens
Therapeutic properties (quoted from Pub Med)
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Antibacterial: Peppermint oil shows an inhibitory effect on the proliferation of staphylococci[26]
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Antifungal: Studies show that EOs exhibit fungistatic and fungicidal activities against both the standard and clinical strains of Candida species at concentrations ranging from 0.5 to 8 μL/mL. EOs exhibit similar antifungal effect against the azole-resistant and azole-susceptible strains[25]
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Antibiofilm: Biofilm inhibition in fungal strains helps to decrease pathogenesis and drug resistance. Studies show that EO inhibits the biofilm formation of Candida albicans completely up to 2 μl/ml in a dose-dependent manner.[25]
According to a study conducted by a team of British psychiatrists and dentists, "...gingivitis and periodontal disease were associated with worse cognitive function throughout adult life, not just in later years." (http://www.prevention.com/health/brain-health/surprising-tips-boost-your-brain). The information was unearthed after the team analyzed thousands of subjects aged 20 to 59. They suggest a solid preventive oral health regime will keep you sharp, regardless of your age.
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