Wonders of Saliva.
Mahmood El-Gasim Extended Essay Preliminary Research Saliva University Technologies International Inc. Media Release * Why do people suck a sore finger and dogs lick their wounds? Not only does this make the "owie" feel better, but also factors in saliva cleanse wounds, kill bacteria and promote the repair of the injured tissues. Although it is easy to understand how saliva is essential for healthy teeth and gums (just ask your dentist,) saliva's healing properties extend well beyond the mouth. They help reduce the severity of stomach ulcers, sustain liver function and, surprisingly, contribute to the maintenance of a healthy reproductive tract. Moreover, some factors in saliva regulate immune system function, and it is these substances that Salpep is developing into anti-inflammatory agents. Wonders of Saliva * Why do animals lick their wounds? It is a long-time fascination with that question and others like it, which revolve around the diverse qualities and characteristics of saliva, that continues to drive research activities. Bible * Jesus proceeded to miraculously cure the blind man by making clay to apply to his eyes-"he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man's eyes" Beyond 2000: Tongue Bath * Scientists have found that a multi-purpose protein, found in several body fluids, including saliva. It can promote the healing of
Micro-Organisms and Microbes - the Causes of Disease.
Relate Living Conditions And Lifestyle To Spread A Disease! MICRO-ORGANISMS AND MICROBES -THE CAUSES OF DISEASE: Micro-organisms are tiny microscopic life forms that can cause disease. When disease is caused by microorganisms that are transmitted among different people it is called an infectious disease. Examples of these micro-organisms include: * BACTERIA * FUNGI * VIRUSES Bacteria: Bacteria are singe-cell micro-organisms that live in the soil, water organic material or the bodies of plants and animal including humans. Fungi: Fungi are microscopic plant-like organisms, an example is yeast. Virus: A virus is an organism that must infect another cell to survive and multiply and may well cause disease in humans. Bacteria and viruses may reproduce rapidly inside the body and may produce poisons(toxins), which make us fell ill. Viruses damage the cells in which they reproduce. A microbe is a broad term describing any small living organism and includes bacteria, virus and fungi and diseases are more likely to occur if large numbers of microbes enter the body as a result of unhygienic conditions or contact with infected people. The body has several methods of defending itself against the entry of microbes: * The skin acts as a barrier * The breathing organs produce a sticky liquid mucus, which covers the lining of these organs and traps microbes. * The blood produces