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PERILLA SEED EXTRACT

Date: April 2001

Perilla Seed Extract, derived from Perilla frutescens, a traditional Japanese herb, has been used in folk medicine for years. Recent studies have shown that Perilla Seed polyphenols regulate allergic diseases due to 5-lipoxygenase inhibitory activity and suppression of histamine release from mast cells.

The functional compounds of Perilla Seed Extract are flavonoid aglycons such as luteolin, apigenin, chrysoeriol, and resemarinic acid. It is known that the antioxidative activity and lipoxygenase inhibitory activity of flavonoid aglycons are stronger than that of corresponding glycosides.

Studies have shown that Perilla Seed Extract inhibits the growth of cariogenic and periodontopathogenic microorganisms which in turn reduces plaque formation and acid production, helping to prevent dental carries.

Perilla Seed Extract also reduces inflammation of the gingiva improving periodontal disease conditions. Perilla Seed Extract is an ideal, all natural addition to tooth paste and mouthwash.