Ways to Fight Bad Breath Naturally
Spouses and fiancees experience tough times in trying to persevere their counter parts/soul mates' bad breath,below is a natural way to get it done.
What’s even more
humiliating and socially unacceptable than the remains of a spinach salad
speckled across a toothy grin? Yes, it’s bad breath.
Halitosis. A foul odor
emanating from the mouth. It’s not a medical emergency, of course, but some 25
to 30 percent of the world’s population suffer with this distressing problem.
The origins of bad breath
are not mysterious: dental cavities, gum disease, poor oral hygiene, coated
tongue (a white or yellow coating on the tongue, usually due to inflammation)
are among the most common. Hundreds of bacteria live in our mouths and some of
them—on the tongue or below the gumline or in pockets created by gum disease
between gums and teeth, for example—create sulfurous smells. Other causes may
include malnutrition (fat breakdown gives your breath a fruity odor),
uncontrolled diabetes, and dry mouth (saliva has an antimicrobial effect).
Infections such as sore throat or sinusitis, or intestinal disorders, such
as heartburn, ulcers, and lactose intolerance, also result in bad breath.
Bad breath can be
intermittent as well. Food and drink, such as garlic, onions, coffee, and
alcohol, can temporarily cause bad breath. Smokers also suffer from it.
Whatever the cause, treatment involves correcting the underlying
disorder—and/or perhaps trying a few easy solutions from 500 TIME-TESTED
HOME REMEDIES AND THE SCIENCE BEHIND THEM.
Here are some ways to fight
bad breath:
·
If
you wear dentures, remove them at night and clean to get rid of bacterial
buildup from food and drink.
·
Drink
plenty of water and swish cool water around in your mouth. This is especially
helpful to freshen “morning breath.”
·
Brush
after every meal and floss, preferably twice a day.
·
Replace
your toothbrush every two to three months.
·
Arrange
regular dental checkups and cleanings.
·
Scrape
your tongue each morning with a tongue scraper or spoon to decrease the
bacteria, fungi, and dead cells that can cause odor. Hold the tip of the
tongue with gauze to pull it forward in order to clean the back of the tongue.
·
Chew
a handful of cloves, fennel seeds, or aniseeds. Their antiseptic qualities help
fight halitosis-causing bacteria.
·
Chew
a piece of lemon or orange rind for a mouth- freshening burst of flavor. (Wash
the rind thoroughly first.) The citric acid will stimulate the salivary
glands—and fight bad breath.
·
Chew
a fresh sprig of parsley, basil, mint, or cilantro. The chlorophyll in these
green plants neutralizes odors.
·
Try
a 30-second mouthwash rinse that is alcohol-free (unike many
off-the-shelf products). Mix a cup of water with a teaspoon of baking soda
(which changes the pH level and fights odor in the mouth) and a few drops of
antimicrobial peppermint essential oil. Don’t swallow it! (Yields several
rinses.)
Or try this recipe from 500
TIME-TESTED HOME REMEDIES AND THE SCIENCE BEHIND THEM:
CRUNCH IT
Raw crunchy foods clean the
teeth. Apples contain pectin, which helps control food odors and promotes
saliva production. Cinnamon is antimicrobial. Active cultures in yogurt help
reduce odor-causing bacteria in the mouth.
1 cup apple chunks
1 cup grated carrot
1 cup diced celery
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crushed walnuts
3 to 5 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt
1 cup grated carrot
1 cup diced celery
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup crushed walnuts
3 to 5 tablespoons plain nonfat yogurt
Ground cinnamon
PREPARATION
AND USE: Mix the apple, carrot, celery, cranberries, and walnuts together in a
large bowl. Add yogurt by the tablespoon to moisten the mixture. Sprinkle with
cinnamon. (Serves two.)
Save Your
Breath!
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