Gum Inflammation: Risks for Body & Mind – and How Natch Can Help

Gum inflammation (gingivitis or periodontitis) is one of the most common chronic conditions worldwide. You may first think of bleeding gums or bad breath – but in fact, the impact goes far beyond your mouth. If left untreated, gum disease can weaken your teeth and gums, but also affect your overall health. More and more studies are showing clear links to conditions like Alzheimer’s and diabetes.

👉 If you want to strengthen your gums in the long run, choosing the right ingredients makes all the difference.

At Natch, we rely on natural actives such as postbiotics, hydroxyapatite, xylitol and carefully selected botanicals that support your oral microbiome – creating the foundation for healthy gums and a healthier body. New studies: Gum disease, Alzheimer’s & diabetes

New studies: Gum disease, Alzheimer’s & diabetes

Alzheimer’s & periodontitis

Research increasingly shows that chronic gum disease can influence your risk of Alzheimer’s:

• A meta-analysis found that people with periodontitis have a 67% higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s (PubMed Central, MDPI)
• A network analysis of 328 publications suggests two mechanisms:
   → chronic inflammation damaging neurons
   ↔ or bacteria directly linked to Alzheimer’s (PubMed Central).
• Reviews point out that bacteria such as P. gingivalis are more common in Alzheimer’s patients. Unmanaged periodontitis is associated with faster cognitive decline (MDPI).
• A large study with 1.31 million patients found: consistent periodontal treatment lowers dementia-related mortality (Nature).

👉 The takeaway: caring for your gums also means protecting your brain.

Diabetes & periodontitis

The connection to diabetes is equally clear:

• People with diabetes have a much higher risk of periodontitis – especially with poorly controlled HbA1c values (>7). Causes include oxidative stress and microcirculation damage (Wikipedia).
• At the same time, periodontitis worsens blood sugar control, raises inflammatory markers in the blood, and increases the risk of complications.

👉 In other words: healthy gums can also help stabilize your blood sugar levels.

Natural ingredients against gum disease

To strengthen your gums sustainably, Natch uses natural, clinically backed ingredients that not only work locally but also support your systemic health.

Postbiotics

• Regulate the oral microbiome
• Reduce gum bleeding (BOP) and support healing of inflamed tissue (MDPI)
• May lower systemic inflammation – with positive effects on heart, circulation and brain
  

Hydroxyapatite (HAp)

• Remineralizes enamel and protects against cavities
• Proven safe and effective as a fluoride alternative (Frontiers, Wikipedia)
• Less cavities and plaque = fewer triggers for gum inflammation
  

Xylitol

• Inhibits cavity-causing bacteria and reduces plaque (Wikipedia)
• Stimulates saliva flow and supports a balanced oral pH
• With a low glycemic index, it hardly impacts blood sugar – especially relevant for people with diabetes
  

At a glance

Conclusion: Your gums deserve more attention

Gum inflammation is not a small problem that goes away on its own. It can have far-reaching consequences for your body and mind. With Natch, you can actively take countermeasures!

Our Tabs turn daily dental care into a ritual that not only protects your mouth but also strengthens your whole system.

We’re here to help keep your smile – and your body – healthy and strong. Day by day, tab by tab.

Norbert & Heber