Red wine helps to get rid of gum disease

08-09-2009
Red wine helps to get rid of gum disease
Recent studies of Canadian scientists have shown new and useful properties of the usual red wine. From their findings it follows that the polyphenols that are part of the drink, have a beneficial effect in diseases such as gingivitis, gum disease or periodontitis. At a meeting of the American Association for Dental Research, taking place annually in Orlando, a group of scientists led by Fathia Chandad made a report on the benefits of dry red wine on the mouth.

Inflammation is the natural reaction of the organism to protect against pathogenic bacteria, but in the course of this reaction generates large quantities of free radicals. Molecules known as free radicals have high reactivity and can cause damage to cells of various organs and tissues, including gum. The positive effects of polyphenols is linked to the antioxidant effect, ie the ability to block the formation of free radicals, say Canadian experts.

Currently, all Canadian studies are subject to various laboratory tests are conducted on cultured cells of mice. Studies have confirmed that polyphenols may reduce the severity of inflammation that arises in the gums under the action of bacteria.
But do not forget that in addition to positive aspects, alcoholic beverages, but wine is, of course, alcoholic beverage, raises a number of adverse effects on the body.

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