They Create Antiviral Gum that Reduces up to 95% Flu Viruses and Herpes in the Mouth

An innovative research has developed an antiviral gum that can reduce by up to 95% the viral load of diseases such as herpes (HSV-1 and HSV-2) and influenza (H1N1 and H3N2). The secret is in a natural protein called FRIL, extracted from lablab bean, and encapsulated in a clinically formulated chewing gum tablet. The study, led by the University of Pennsylvania and published by the journal “Molecular Therapy” showed that this gum is able to trap …