Tuesday, May 10, 2011

How to Eliminate of Bad Breath

How to Eliminate of Bad Breath

By nicoleleon, eHow User
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Eliminate of Bad Breath

There is nothing more embarrassing to learn that you have bad breath either from realizing it yourself or worse from someone else. The good news is that it is curable and there is something that can be done about the problem. The cause of halitosis is mainly from odor causing bacteria taking refuge in the teeth, gums, and tongue.

Difficulty:
Easy

Instructions

    • 1

      Adopt daily hygiene habits to cure this problem which consists of brushing and flossing your teeth after each time you eat. This will help to keep the mouth clean, and fresh along with reducing the amount of bacteria in the mouth.

    • 2

      Find out the about the side effects of any medications that you are taking as it is possible that these may be the cause of your bad breath. If this is found to be the cause then contact your physician to find what more can be done to eliminate the bad breath problem.

    • 3

      Chew a very small sprig of parsley or mint leaves as this will help to cleanse the tongue pallet after eating.

    • 4

      Use a tongue scraper to scrape your tongue every morning or after sleepng. While sleeping your mouth is rarely open so it is easy for the bacteria to accumulate.

    • 5

      Drink water throughout the day to cleanse the mouth, throat, esophagus, and stomach which helps with maintaining a fresh breath.

    • 6

      Try avoid foods that are kwown for causing bad breath such as garlic, onions, some meats, fish, poultry, sugar laced foods, and eggs. Instead eat more fresh fruits and vegetables as this will help to cleanse the entire body and improve overall breath.

    • 7

      Eat active cultured yogurt as this will help with providing the body with healthy bacteria. This will also help to improve digestion and in the process eliminate bad breath.

    • 8

      Consult with a physician if these situations do not improve as there may be a more underlying problem that previously recognized.

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Tips & Warnings

  • Knowledge of the side-effects of any medication you may be taking (if you're not sure, contact your doctor or pharmacist)

  • Notebook and pen to track your diet

  • Sprigs of parsley and mint

  • Mints/mouthwash

  • Water

  • Tongue cleaner

  • Toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss

  • Avoid cigarettes, tobacco and alcohol as it worsens your bad breath and adds permanent stains to your teeth.

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