Green Tea Catechins for Xerostomia (Dry Mouth)
Posted in Botanicals, General, Green Tea on Dec 31st, 2014
The perception of dry mouth (known as xerostomia) affects up to 40% of adults in the U.S. and can have a significant effect on quality of life. Causes can include medications, diabetes, Sjogren syndrome and hormonal changes such as menopause. Previous animal and laboratory studies provided evidence that green tea polyphenols could be beneficial for […]