Health Benefits of Miswak The miswak is a natural toothbrush made from the twigs of the Salvadora persica tree (miswak tree). It has been used as an oral hygiene tool for centuries. The word ‘miswak’ comes from Arabic, and it means “to brush with. The miswak is commonly used in Islamic countries, especially in India […]
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Miswak (Salvadora persica), also called Pilu, Peelu, Jhaka, Toothbrush tree, Salt brush tree, Perungoli and Arak is one of the most popular herbs in Ayurveda. This small bushy tree has a scabrous and cracked bark. The root bark has a pleasant fragrance of cress or mustard. The plant is native to Persia and is found […]