The neem tree, a member of the mahogany family, is native to Southeast Asia where it has been known for thousands of years as a medicinal plant, hence its nickname the “pharmacy tree.” Virtually every part of the tree from the seeds to the leaves, oil, bark, roots, flowers and […]
canker sores
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There can be a number of reasons for getting frequent mouth ulcers, which are called Recurrent Aphthous Stomatitis (RAS). Some people are deficient in vitamin B, folic acid or iron, get irritations from acidic foods, suffer from mild physical trauma to the mouth (such as braces rubbing the inside of […]
There are several studies, one recently completed and the other ongoing, using vitamins to determine whether or not they provide protection or relief from bouts of canker sores, or recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS). The first study, completed in 2009, revealed that a daily multivitamin showed no significant changes for frequent […]
We all hate canker sores, those pesky flat ulcers that can appear on our gums, tongue, inside lips and or cheeks and hurt like crazy. Thankfully there are lots of over-the-counter treatments and home remedies for mouth sores that can make our mouths feel better and knock out the pain.
For the most part canker sores, also called recurrent aphthous stomatitis or oral aphthae are a localized condition that may be caused by mild trauma to the mouth, a food allergy or sensitivity, or hormone fluctuations or other unknown causes. There is no one cause and just why some people […]
Even if you think you know what is a canker sore and that most of the time it is self-limiting and will go away in about a week, if this is the first time you are experiencing one it would be a good idea to see your doctor or dentist […]
An effective home remedy for canker sores might be found in nature in the form of bee propolis. This is a waxy, gummy material from certain tree buds and sap flows and collected by bees. It is usually harvested from bee hives; the bees use it as a natural cement […]