Coconut oil combats bacteria that causes tooth decay

Monday, September 3, 2012 - 15:30 in Health & Medicine

Researchers at the Athlone Institute of Technology in Ireland have found that digested coconut oil inhibits the growth of common bacteria that cause tooth decay and could be an effective alternative to chemical additives in dental care products.

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