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Handling Bad Breath the Natural Way

Many would not argue that bad breath is easily one of the things that turn them off from engaging with someone in a conversation. The sad thing is that, the person may not be aware; and the sadder thing is that, we do not tell the person about it. They keep going in their daily lives, thinking that nothing is wrong. Don’t be that person. Here are simple and natural ways that you can prevent bad breath.

Hydration

The lack of water is one of the most typical reasons why people get bad breath. Drinking water flushes out bacteria in the mouth, not letting them linger long enough to produce bad odor. There are microbes in the mouth that react with loose food particles and as a by-product, your breath suffers the consequences. By drinking water, you continuously swallow which also promotes the production of saliva – which is the natural antibacterial.

Having dry mouth can also promote conditions in favor of bad breath. When your mouth is dry, chances are that dead cells have decomposed in your mouth and tongue. This decomposition also results in unpleasant odor.

Because both saliva and water contain oxygen, bacteria will have a hard time staying intact with the mouth. Oxygen is known to repel bacteria and germs, and having more oxygen in your mouth also greatly reduces the risk of getting bad breath.

Take zinc supplements

Bad breath or halitosis is also caused by the deficiency of zinc. Zinc is essential in keeping bacteria at a minimum throughout the body, particularly the mouth. There are oral hygiene products that contain zinc, as it is effective in neutralizing bacteria. By taking zinc in a form of a supplement, and by eating zinc-rich foods such as cacao, organ meat and pumpkin, then you increase the bacteria-fighting agent in your body.

Consume herbs

Another cause of bad breath is the buildup of heavy metals, toxins and yeast overgrowth in the body. Therefore, it is essential that these substances are flushed out of the body. A good way to do this is by drinking nettle tea. This herb is known to eliminate toxins from the body while purifying the blood. It stimulates the lymphatic system and also increases the excretion of uric acid.

Eat more raw foods

Crunchy fruits and vegetables such as carrots, apples and celery are rich and fiber and also help fight bad breath. Eating these scrapes plaque buildups in the teeth that are contributory to the unpleasant smell. Moreover, they supply the body with immunity boosting nutrients, apart from stimulating the mouth to produce more saliva.

Consider undergoing a cleanse

If the bad breath is severe, then it is possible that your body has too much toxins in it. You may want to think about doing a colon and a liver cleanse to eliminate toxic substances.

Halitosis is one of the most embarrassing things that can lower our self-esteem. Don’t let this happen to you. Greenspoint Dental is here to help you resolve this problem. Call us today for a free consultation.