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Scientists have uncovered a connection between oral health and brain health. New research suggests that a common ...

A new clinical study involving human participants shows that arginine, a naturally occurring amino acid, can change how dental plaque develops on teeth, helping to reduce the risk of tooth decay. When ...

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Scientists have found that arginine, a natural amino acid present in human saliva, is able to reduce the aggressiveness of ...