🦷 3. Mulberry Root Bark Contains Compounds That Attack Oral Bacteria
The underground portion of the tree has entirely different chemistry from the fruit.
Mulberry root bark contains unusual prenylated flavonoids, including compounds from the kuwanon family.
Several demonstrate strong antibacterial activity against oral microorganisms, including bacteria associated with dental plaque and tooth decay.
So while most people are looking up at the berries, some of the tree’s most unusual antimicrobial chemistry is hiding underground.
