05/01/2019 / By Michelle Simmons
A study published in the Journal of Herbal Medicine found that betel leaf (Piper betle) extracts can be used as antimicrobial agents in oral care products. The study assessed the antimicrobial activity of betel leaf extracts in real-life applications.
In conclusion, betel leaf extracts can potentially be used as effective antimicrobial agents in oral care products.
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Journal Reference:
Ali A, Lim XY, Wahida PF. THE FUNDAMENTAL STUDY OF ANTIMICROBIAL ACTIVITY OF PIPER BETLE EXTRACT IN COMMERCIAL TOOTHPASTES. Journal of Herbal Medicine. December 2018; 14: 29-34. DOI: 10.1016/j.hermed.2018.08.001
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