Potential biochemical effects of honey in oral health care: a review

Honey is a natural flower extract rich in healthy components including fructose, glucose, and various oligosaccharides. In addition, it comprises of proteins, enzymes, trace elements, vitamins, and polyphenols. Honey has a long history for its uses in medicinal purposes. However, its benefits on ora...

Full description

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Published inInternational food research journal Vol. 28; no. 1; pp. 23 - 30
Main Authors Z, Qamar, Alghonaim, M F, Almohana, S A, Almohana, A A, Zeeshan, T
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Selangor Universiti Putra Malaysia, Faculty of Food Science & Technology 01.02.2021
Subjects
Bacteria
Dental plaque
Enamel
Flowers & plants
Gram-positive bacteria
Halitosis
Health care
Honey
Inflammation
Microorganisms
Mucositis
Oligosaccharides
Oral cavity
Oral hygiene
Polyphenols
Trace elements
Vitamins
Xerostomia
Online AccessGet full text

Cover

More Information
Summary:Honey is a natural flower extract rich in healthy components including fructose, glucose, and various oligosaccharides. In addition, it comprises of proteins, enzymes, trace elements, vitamins, and polyphenols. Honey has a long history for its uses in medicinal purposes. However, its benefits on oral health have been overlooked till date. The main aim of this review is to address the benefits of honey in oral cavity, which have been identified in previous studies to have anti-cariogenic and anti-plaque; and also, for the treatment of cancer-induced mucositis and xerostomia.
ISSN:1985-4668
2231-7546