Penn Herb Wellness Guide
Halitosis
- Reliable and relatively consistent scientific data showing a substantial health benefit.
- Contradictory, insufficient, or preliminary studies suggesting a health benefit or minimal health benefit.
- For an herb, supported by traditional use but minimal or no scientific evidence. For a supplement, little scientific support.
Our proprietary “Star-Rating” system was developed to help you easily understand the amount of scientific support behind each supplement in relation to a specific health condition. While there is no way to predict whether a vitamin, mineral, or herb will successfully treat or prevent associated health conditions, our unique ratings tell you how well these supplements are understood by some in the medical community, and whether studies have found them to be effective for other people.
For over a decade, our team has combed through thousands of research articles published in reputable journals. To help you make educated decisions, and to better understand controversial or confusing supplements, our medical experts have digested the science into these three easy-to-follow ratings. We hope this provides you with a helpful resource to make informed decisions towards your health and well-being.
| Supplement | Amount | Why |
|---|---|---|
Coenzyme Q10 (Gingivitis) | 50 to 60 mg daily |  [2 stars] Coenzyme Q10 is often recommended by doctors to help prevent and treat periodontitis. |
Folic Acid (Gingivitis) | Use 5 ml twice per day of a 0.1% solution | [2 stars] Folic acid is often recommended by doctors to help prevent and treat periodontitis and has been shown to reduce the severity of gingivitis when taken as a mouthwash. |
Probiotics | Refer to label instructions | [2 stars] Preparations and gums containing probiotics have shown some promise for improving halitosis. |
Zinc Chloride | Regularly use a mouthrinse or toothpaste containing zinc | [2 stars] Zinc is able to reduce the concentration of volatile sulfur compounds in the mouth, thus lessening halitosis. |
Blood Root | 800 IU daily |  [1 star] Volatile oils made from bloodroot have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Caraway | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Volatile oils made from caraway have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Clove Oil | Use a mouthrinse or toothpaste containing zinc regularly | [1 star] Volatile oils made from clove have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Eucalyptus | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Volatile oils made from eucalyptus have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Molmol | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Volatile oils made from myrrh have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Peppermint | 0.5 to 8 grams daily | [1 star] Volatile oils made from peppermint have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Sage | Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner | [1 star] Volatile oils made from sage have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Selenium (Gingivitis) | Spray a lotion containing 3.7% citronella in a slow-release formula every morning for six days per week | [1 star] Selenium is often recommended by doctors to help prevent and treat periodontitis. |
Tea Tree | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Volatile oils made from tea tree have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Thyme | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Volatile oils made from thyme have antibacterial properties and may be effective in mouthwash or toothpaste form. |
Vitamin E | Refer to label instructions | [1 star] Vitamin E is often recommended by doctors to help prevent and treat periodontitis. |
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