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Research: Drop is good for teeth

Last Updated on Thursday, 05 January 2012 19:03 Thursday, 05 January 2012 19:02
Written by China Times
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“Candies are bad for the teeth” is always being said. That is partially correct. Researchers show that certain compounds in drop (Dutch licorice candy)are actually good for the teeth.

“In traditional Chinese medicine, the licorice plant is used a lot,” says researcher Stefan Gafner. The team found that dried licorice root could strengthen the effect of other medicinal herbs. Two substances in licorice fight the bacteria that cause gum disease and tooth decay.