| abstract |
Disclosed is a composition comprising a mixture of olive oil (Olea europea L.) and parsley oil (Petroselinum sativum Hoffm., Petroselinum crispum Mill., Carum petroselinum Benth & Hooker), in a ratio of olive oil:parsley oil, by weight, between 1 and 7. Additionally the composition may contain mint oil, menthol and chlorophyll. These compositions may be presented in several forms including sweets, chewing gum, dentifrice paste, mouthwashes and pharmaceutical compositions. They may also be formulated into soft gelatine capsules, for which purpose they incorporate the suitable additives, vehicles and excipients for processing into the desired form. The composition is suitable for the treatment of halitosis. |