The easiest way to lose friends is having a bad breath. When
you see people turning away while you talk to them – keep
your palm close to your mouth and inhale the breath you
blow out. You will be the best judge.
Causes for Bad Breath:
Bad dental hygiene is one of the main reasons of bad
breath. When food particles are stuck between tooth cavities
they can smell bad.
Gum disease-gingivitis- is also a major cause and a dentist
should be consulted at the earliest.
Certain food that contains strong pungent seasoning with
onions and garlic cause a bad breath.
At times when the mouth has been closed for very long the
bacteria grows and begins to stink.
Fasting causes bad breath.
Constipation and an upset stomach also cause bad breath.
Natural Cures for Bad Breath:
Brush teeth two to three times a day.
Massage the gums and the tongue with the toothbrush, or
use a tongue cleaner. Floss teeth well.
Mix 1 teaspoon of salt to a glass of water and gargle with
this three times a day.
Mix a pinch of baking soda to your toothpaste – it keeps
away bad breath.
Mix ½ teaspoon salt to 1 teaspoon of mustard oil and
massage the gums with this, it tightens the gums and
prevents gum disease and keep away bad breath.
After eating food that has cheese, onion or garlic you need
to brush or chew a fresh mint.
Dilute ½ teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of
water and use as a mouthwash. It is very effective to rid bad
breath.
Eating an orange, lemon or grapefruit is an interesting way
of fighting bad breath as the acid in the fruit stops formation
of bacteria.
Chewing on fresh mint leaves or parsley leaves is one of
the best known remedies for bad breath.
Drink a cup of unsweetened black tea, as this also removes
the mouth bacteria.
Carry some spices like cardamoms’ or cloves, and chew on
them often.
Source: pharmradiong..com