some helpful info for you! We all know thathaving bad breath is just,
well, bad. So why suffer?! Whether you want to use these tips for
yourself or want to discreetly pass the information on to someone
else, you'll find eight easy ways to banish bad breath so you andyour
friends can breathe easier!
1. SALT WATER RINSE
This is an easy way to banish bad breath while helping to soothe any
inflamed gums and to prevent gingivitis. Salt water helps restrict the
growth of bacteria and conserves them because it absorbs water
molecules. Bacteria are unable to thrive without moisture, so rinsing
your mouth out with salt water is a quick and easy bad breath remedy!
Mix some salt with 8 ounces of lukewarm water and swish in your mouth
for about 10 seconds.
2. EAT APPLES
Another super quick way to get rid of bad breath while enjoying a
nutritioustreat is to eat an apple! It is said that the fruit under
the skin of apples helps eliminate bad breath caused by onions and red
meats. Apples are thought to reduce bacteria in the mouth and
stimulate the production of saliva, which helps reduce tooth decay and
bad breath!
3. DRINK GREEN TEA
Drinking green tea is another healthy habit to start! Sipping on the
green stuff is not only helpful for your skin and health; it's also
known to help fight bad breath. A study conducted by Pace University
found that green tea was effective in fighting and inhibiting the
growth of bacteria. The polyphenols that naturally occur in tea are
responsible for making this brew a bad breath remedy. Try drinking a
couple of cups of green or black tea for oral health benefits.
4. NOSH ON ORANGES
Whenever we feel a cold coming on, we frequently reach for OJ because
it's high in vitamin C. Another reason you might want to grab an
orange forits healthful vitamin content is to carefor your mouth!
Oranges, in addition to melons and berries, are known for their high
vitamin C content, which helps combat bad breath, gum diseaseand gin
givitis!
5. CHEW PARSLEY
I'm sure you've heard of the bad breath remedy to chew parsley after
you eat to prevent a stinky mouth. If you're on a date and you happen
to have some parsley as garnish on your dish-great, go for it! Parsley
contains chlorophyll, which is known to freshen breath. Cinnamon and
spearmint work the same way, so if you happen to have some handy,
whynot give it a try?!
6. AVOID THE USUAL SUSPECTS
If you want to prevent bad breath from happening, your first line of
defense is to avoid the stuff that causes it in the first place! Avoid
smoking, garlic, onions, coffee and certain spices. Some of these
things can leave an odor or some simply dry out your mouth, which can
also causeit to stink to the high heavens. Suck on sugar-free mints to
keep your mouth moist and avoid eating bad breath foods when possible!
7. BRUSH WITH BAKING SODA
Brushing your teeth with baking soda might not be the tastiest
toothpaste but it sure works to fight bad breath! The acidity in
baking soda is said to prevent bacteria from growing on your tongue.
If you don't want to brush with just baking soda and water, you can
always use a toothpaste that contains baking soda or mix baking soda
with water to rinse and freshen your mouth.
8. TAKE CARE
This last bad breath remedy probably doesn't need to be mentioned, but
I read that people rarely spend enough time on oral care so I thought
I'd bring it up. Taking proper care of yourmouth, like brushing at
least twice a day for 2-3 minutes a time, flossing, using a mouthwash
and brushing yourtongue, can make a huge difference in the health of
your mouth! I know you guys know this already but it's important
enough to repeat, right?!
So there you have it, eight ways to prevent and banish bad breath from
your life! I was happily surprised to see that some types of fruits
are goodfor combating bad breath because I can never get enough of the
sweet stuff! Do you have any home remedies for bad breath?
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