Acacia senegal (gum arabic) has soothing, pain relieving, antibiotic and anti-microbial properties. It can be used to help treating cough, sore throat, mouth ulcers, cavities, wounds and gastrointestinal disorders.
Gum arabic can be used as a chewing gum to help treat mouth ulcers, gum infection and cavities due to its anti-bacterial properties (specifically for periodontal bacteria). Gum arabic destroys harmful bacteria in the mouth, thus helps prevent cavities and gum disease. It also prevents dental plaque, can inhibits the growth of plaque on the teeth.
Gum arabic has soothing and antibiotic properties. Ancient Egyptians used it for treating inflammed mucus membranes, relieving sore throat, cough and respiratory infections.
Acacia senegal can be applied externally for skin inflammations, and treat minor cuts, wounds and sores, it helps relieve the pain and prevent infection.
Gum arabic can be used in preparation of a remedy for stomach disorders, dysentery and diarrhea. It can be taken orally for soothing the digestive system.
Please note, the effects of gum arabic for treating the above ailments are mild. It can be used to treat minor disorders, such as sore throat, wounds, indigestion, diarrhea and pain, but you should not rely on it if you suffer from a serious illness.
For more information about Arabic remedies, go to Natural Remedies Center: http://www.naturalremediescenter.com/category/arabic-remedies/
