What to do about dry mouth?

Humans have countless salivary glands, which extend from the cheeks to the floor of the mouth and down to the lower jaw. Every day, they produce around 1.5 litres of saliva, release it and make our lives easier.

On the one hand, saliva makes the chyme more slippery, which makes it easier to swallow food. The enzymes, proteins and antibodies contained in saliva ward off the first unwelcome intruders in the mouth. Saliva also provides natural protection for the teeth. The ions it contains, such as sodium, calcium and fluoride, keep bacteria away from the teeth. Saliva also washes away and swallows fungi, viruses and food residues, which has a cleansing effect.

Saliva also helps us with seemingly mundane functions such as speaking, tasting and swallowing. Its importance is particularly noticeable to those who have struggled with dry mouth for a long time.

Chewing food stimulates saliva production. Thoroughly chewing food also makes it easier to swallow.

Water and other sugar-free drinks are ideal for moistening the mouth between meals.

Good oral hygiene prevents many diseases and contributes to natural protection.

The natural glycerine in Grether's soft pastilles keeps the mouth moist when saliva production is impaired.

Glycerine is a polyhydric alcohol that is present in almost all natural fats and oils. The chemical structure and function of the substance have been known for over 200 years. As glycerine is a very versatile product, it is used in almost all industries, including as a food additive. With its moisture-binding and softening properties, glycerine has also been an important ingredient in Grether's since the original recipe was created in 1850.