Bad breath can be a really awkward thing to have. If you have bad breathe while talking to someone it can be a very embarrassing situation for both you and the person you are talking to.
It can even make you lose your confidence in a very serious situation. Sometimes, you may wonder why it still remains even after brushing, isn’t it?
The medical term for bad breath is “halitosis”. It happens due to the growth of bacteria in your mouth. You may feel irritated with the fact that even after using a branded toothpaste, bad breath still seems to remain.
There are several causes for bad breath. Poor dental condition, health issues, eating odorous foods, dry mouth, smoking, medications, etc., are the primary reasons for bad breath to occur.
There are numerous bacteria that live at the back of your tongue and under the gumline. If these areas are not cleaned regularly and properly, these bacteria strive on the food particles and proteins and release an odourous gas, containing sulphur compounds.
As a result, you not only get bad breath but also cavities and other gum diseases. The primary remedy of removing bad breath is to stop having spicy and odorous foods at all times.
You should also get rid of bad habits like smoking. Brush your teeth twice in a day. And never forget to have an appointment with your dentist, once every 6 months.
Now, there are several home remedies as well that can help you get rid of bad breath. Watch on to know more about these.
1. Clove
It contains antibacterial properties that prevent germ building in your mouth and freshen your breath. You can keep 2-3 cloves inside your mouth and chew on those. It will work instantly. Otherwise, use cloves in your green tea and have it twice in a day.
2. Parsley
Why is parsley so good for removing bad breath? It contains chlorophyll that neutralises bad breath. You can chew on some freshly chopped parsley or use it in your soups or stew. Parsley juice will also help in cleaning your mouth and also in the process of digestion.
3. Lemon
Lemon is being used for dental care and as a natural mouth freshener since long. The acidic components kill the bacterial growth in your mouth and cure several gum diseases. Also, the beautiful smell of lemon juice masks bad breath away. Wash your mouth well with lemon water twice in a day.
4. Mint
Mint is always one of the favourite mouth fresheners for everyone. You can carry mint-flavoured chewing gums in your bag to fight the problem of bad breath, or you can even carry some fresh mint leaves in a sandwich bag. Chew it to freshen up your breath and kill the germs present inside your mouth.
5. Basil
If you are looking for herbs that can remove bad breath, basil must be enlisted here. You can chew on some fresh basil leaves or use it in cooking. The nice aroma will refresh your breath and the food will taste yummy too.
6. Cardamom
While looking for natural remedies to fight bad breath, cardamom can help you a lot. Keep cardamom seeds or the peel inside your mouth and chew on it. It will freshen up your breath and leave a refreshing aroma that will even uplift your mood for the day.
7. Fennel Seeds
Fennel seeds are one of the best home remedies to refresh your mouth and also help get rid of the problem of bad breath. The antimicrobial properties in fennel seeds kill the bacteria in your mouth. Make fennel tea or chew on a few seeds to refresh your mouth.
8. Cinnamon
The essential oil, cinnamic aldehyde, in cinnamon removes bad breath and reduces the bacterial build up in your mouth. Make a solution with cinnamon. Boil it in water and add bay leaves and cardamom to it. Strain it and use this homemade mouth freshener twice in a day.
9. Pears
Fruits like pears are full of fibres and chewing on these fruits can enhance saliva production. It is very effective in killing the bacteria, as it flushes out the toxins and bacterial build-up, giving you a long-lasting freshness.
10. Baking Soda
This is another great solution to keep bad breath at bay. Along with fighting against the bacteria, baking soda also helps maintain the balance of the acid in your mouth that causes bad breath. Make a mouth rinse with ½ a tsp of baking soda and a glass of warm water. Use it daily to wash your mouth.
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