Bad breath is a big turn off. People usually suffer from bad breath (or chronic halitosis as doctors call it), which usually originates from the tongue or gums. If you indeed have bad breath, here are 9 tips and tricks to keep stinky breath at bay:
Brush twice daily
Brushing your teeth at least twice daily for about two or three minutes can remove food residue and plaque. A great way to reduce the acidity in your mouth is to brush your teeth using baking soda.
Floss regularly
Flossing is not a common concept in India, but it has many benefits. The plaque build-up in your teeth, which a toothbrush cannot get rid of, is often removed by flossing. If it is not removed, bad breath causing bacteria may start to feed on it.
Clean your tongue
A tongue scraper is very effective in removing residue. You may also brush your tongue with your toothbrush.
Rinse your mouth
If your bad breath is caused by a dental issue, rinsing will only camouflage it. To freshen up your mouth, rinse it with green or black tea, which suppresses the growth of bacteria that cause mouth odour.
Avoid tobacco, smoking
One of the main causes of bad breath is smoking. Tobacco products tend to dry your mouth up and leave behind a foul odour, which tends to stay on long after you have brushed your teeth.
Drink plenty of water
Drink plenty of water — at least six to eight glasses a day — to combat dry mouth. It also washes away the toxins in your system.
Chew sugarless gum
Dry mouth can be combated by chewing some sugarless gum or sugarless candy to stimulate saliva flow. Saliva helps to wash away bacteria and food particles that cause bad breath.
Snack on an apple
Snacking on fresh fruits and vegetables like celery and carrot increase the flow of saliva in your mouth between meals and gets rid of bacteria from your gums, tongue and teeth. Skipping meals can also lead to acid build-up in the stomach, and therefore, lead to bad breath.
Eat right
Parsley, cardamom and fennel have been known to have excellent success rates when it comes to fighting bad breath. Parsley contains chlorophyll, which is known to be a great breath deodoriser. Add some on your plate as a garnish or add a few sprigs to your juice every morning.
Brush twice daily
Brushing your teeth at least twice daily for about two or three minutes can remove food residue and plaque. A great way to reduce the acidity in your mouth is to brush your teeth using baking soda.
Floss regularly
Flossing is not a common concept in India, but it has many benefits. The plaque build-up in your teeth, which a toothbrush cannot get rid of, is often removed by flossing. If it is not removed, bad breath causing bacteria may start to feed on it.
Clean your tongue
A tongue scraper is very effective in removing residue. You may also brush your tongue with your toothbrush.
Rinse your mouth
If your bad breath is caused by a dental issue, rinsing will only camouflage it. To freshen up your mouth, rinse it with green or black tea, which suppresses the growth of bacteria that cause mouth odour.
Avoid tobacco, smoking
One of the main causes of bad breath is smoking. Tobacco products tend to dry your mouth up and leave behind a foul odour, which tends to stay on long after you have brushed your teeth.
Drink plenty of water
Drink plenty of water — at least six to eight glasses a day — to combat dry mouth. It also washes away the toxins in your system.
Chew sugarless gum
Dry mouth can be combated by chewing some sugarless gum or sugarless candy to stimulate saliva flow. Saliva helps to wash away bacteria and food particles that cause bad breath.
Snack on an apple
Snacking on fresh fruits and vegetables like celery and carrot increase the flow of saliva in your mouth between meals and gets rid of bacteria from your gums, tongue and teeth. Skipping meals can also lead to acid build-up in the stomach, and therefore, lead to bad breath.
Eat right
Parsley, cardamom and fennel have been known to have excellent success rates when it comes to fighting bad breath. Parsley contains chlorophyll, which is known to be a great breath deodoriser. Add some on your plate as a garnish or add a few sprigs to your juice every morning.
Source:-The Economic Times
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