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Raisins against caries and periodontitis
Scientists came to the conclusion pleasant for the sweet tooth: it turns out, in raisins have substances that stop the growth of bacteria that cause tooth decay and gum disease
. Researchers at the University of Illinois found in raisins 5 plant antioxidants. One of them, oleanolic acid, inhibits the growth of two types of harmful bacteria. This substance also prevents bacteria from attaching to the teeth and destroy the enamel.
Christine D. Wu, senior author of the study, said: "We have always perceived as harmful raisins to eat the teeth, because the berries contain a lot of sugar and stick to teeth. Our study refutes such notions. Phytochemicals contained in raisins, for teeth useful as preventing dental caries and gum disease. "
