Home Remedy for Bad Breath

Need treatment for dry mouth and bad breath
(19 Mar 2010)

Bad breath is caused by bacteria that are present on the back of your tongue. This can be an embarrassing problem. However there are some natural remedies for bad breath.

Invest in a tongue scraper to scrape of the yellowish substance on your tongue. Or use your toothbrush dipped in mouthwash to do this. This should be done daily.

Cloves have an antiseptic effect in the mouth and are one of the best natural remedies for bad breath. Simply chew on them or add them to your tea. Green cardamom is good to chew on too.

Clean your teeth carefully – especially before going to bed. Use a toothpick to remove any particles that are stuck in your teeth. Make sure you brush your teeth twice a day.

Eat plain yogurt for about 6 weeks. This will help to sweeten your breath and also reduce the production of smelly compounds by bacteria.

When seeking natural remedies for bad breath the easiest method is intake of water. It is essential to drink plenty of water – about 2.5 liters a day. Reduce your intake of soda coffee and tea.

Home remedies to treat bad breath also include using a herbal toothpaste that has neem extracts in it. This will help to keep your breath fresh for much longer.

Anise and fennel seeds are good mouth fresheners. Anise is known for its curative properties and kills the bacteria that causes odor. Carry these seeds around with you and chew on them after you have eaten.

Put a drop of peppermint oil on your tongue to quickly freshen your breath. Or add a small amount of tea tree oil to your toothbrush before brushing. These are two more bad breath natural remedies.

Parsley is a good cure for bad breath. Boil two cups of water with a few sprigs of coarsely chopped parsley and a 2-3 whole cloves. Stir this mixture while it is cooling. Strain and use as a mouthwash several times a day. This is an effective bad breath herbal remedy.

Have a well balanced diet- include plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, grains and seeds.

Use dental floss regularly to remove any food or bacteria that are trapped between your teeth.

Suck on a slice of lemon – your breath will be freshened instantly. This is another natural remedy for bad breath.

If you cannot brush your teeth after a meal, wash your mouth with a mouthwash or even plain water. This will remove food that is sticking to your mouth and also prevent bacteria from forming.

answered by M W on 18 Aug 2010, 12:37:17

Suffering from bad breath can be one of the most socially embarrassing conditions to suffer from. The fact that people will make a very conscious effort to keep their distance even while having a very intimate conversation with you can be a clear indicator that something needs to be done. Medically termed 'Halitosis', the condition will affect almost every individual to some degree at some point of time in his or her life. However, when the condition is long lasting and very prominent, it is best that you have a medical care professional or dentist take a closer look. In order to be able to properly treat the condition, it is essential to understand and identify the causing factors. Normally, bad breath is results from the breakdown of proteins by bacteria that are naturally present in the mouth. These bacteria will usually be present around the tongue and thrive on any food particles that cling onto the cervices of the mouth just after a meal. This is one of the main reasons that good oral hygiene requires you to brush your teeth at least twice a day. This dislodges the food particles - preventing the bacteria from acting on them. Some other causing factors of bad breath include infections present in the mouth, an illness or even consumption of certain foods like garlic and onion. The primary difference between bad breath and halitosis is that the latter is a chronic condition while the former may only be a one off instance.

Because bad breath and halitosis are such a common condition, there are a number of simple home remedies that can help eliminate the problem. The consumption of black and green teas, for example, contain a compound known as Polyphenols - which halt the growth of bacteria as well as prevent the existing bacteria from producing compounds such as hydrogen sulfide. An increased consumption of crunchy fruits and vegetables such as carrots, celery and apples are known to help remove bacteria and plaque from the surface of the teeth. It is also important that you avoid using a mouthwash that has any alcohol presence as they tend to dry out the mouth excessively, creating the perfect environment for the bacteria to multiply more effectively. Adding some tea tree oil to your toothpaste is known to be a very effective treatment option when dealing with bad breath. Gargling with the substance is also known to be rather beneficial.

answered by G M on 19 Mar 2010, 3:09:06

Home Remedy for Bad Breath

Need treatment for dry mouth and bad breath (19 Mar 2010)

Need treatment for dry mouth and bad breath
(19 Mar 2010)