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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

BIZARRE: The common kitchen ingredient that works as well as a gold standard mouthwash - What They Never Told You

An extract prepared using garlic could have the same antimicrobial properties as a common mouthwash ingredient, according to a new study that may lead to a natural oral care alternative.

Although classified as a vegetable, garlic – Allium sativum – is widely used both as a herb and a spice in cooking for flavour.

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