Natural remedies for bad breath

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There are many causes of bad breath. Clean oral hygiene with toothpaste, flossing combined with mouthwash and using some foods with deodorizing effects will help reduce bad breath.

1. Oral hygiene helps reduce bad breath

Bad breath occurs mainly due to poor oral hygiene, so preventing the accumulation of plaque is the key to this problem.
Brush teeth with fluoride toothpaste at least twice a day in the morning and evening, for 2 minutes each time; Flossing at least once a day, combined with scraping your tongue with a toothbrush or specialized tool at least once a day are effective ways if you do not know how to get rid of bad breath.

2. Parsley cures bad breath

Parsley has a cool aroma and high content of chlorophyll that has long been used as a folk remedy for bad breath. Many studies have shown that parsley can fight sulfur compounds, which cause bad breath. Cure bad breath with parsley by chewing fresh leaves after each meal or buying a supplement containing parsley.
3. Pineapple juice reduces bad breath When you have bad breath, you can use pineapple juice to improve bad breath quickly and effectively. Drink a glass of pineapple juice after each meal or chew a slice of pineapple for 1-2 minutes then gargle.
4. Drinking enough water prevents bacteria in the mouth from growing Studies have shown that dry mouth often causes bad breath, especially in the morning. Saliva plays an important role in preventing bacterial growth. Prevent dry mouth by drinking enough water continuously at least 8 glasses of water throughout the day to stimulate the production of enough saliva in the oral cavity.

5. Yogurt helps to reduce bad breath

Yogurt contains healthy bacteria called lactobacillus that work against harmful bacteria in the body, including the oral cavity, helping to reduce bad breath.
Studies have shown the benefits of yogurt in reducing bad breath, after 6 weeks of eating yogurt, up to 80% of participants had a reduction in bad breath. To use yogurt as a remedy for bad breath, you should eat at least one can of fat-free yogurt every day.
6. Milk can treat bad breath Milk can be used as a remedy for bad breath by drinking a glass of milk during or after a meal containing foods with odors such as onions and garlic.
7. Dill and anise for mouth freshening Anise and cumin seeds have been used since ancient times as a mouth freshener because of their aromatic oils. In some parts of India, roasted cumin seeds are used as an after-dinner mouthwash, it has a sweet, easy-to-eat taste. Fennel and anise seeds can be eaten fresh, roasted, or canned with sugar.
8. Oranges for oral hygiene Not only is a healthy dessert, oranges also work for oral hygiene thanks to vitamin C ingredients. Vitamin C helps increase saliva production, which is important in removing bacteria and plaque from the mouth.
9. Zinc fights bad breath Zinc is in the composition of mouthwashes and chewing gum, which is effective in reducing the amount of sulfur in the mouth, helping to fight bad breath. Studies have shown that gargling regularly with a zinc mouthwash is effective in reducing bad breath for at least 6 months. Alternatively, you can also try chewing gum containing zinc or taking a zinc supplement.

10. Green Tea Sterilizes and Deodorizes

Green tea has antiseptic and deodorizing properties, which temporarily freshen breath. Mint also has a similar effect, so a cup of mint green tea instead of plain green tea may become more ideal for getting rid of bad breath.
Brew 2 cups of tea before going to bed and keep it in the refrigerator overnight, pour it into a water bottle tomorrow morning and bring it to work, sipping slowly throughout the day to freshen breath.
11. Apples help eliminate odors Some natural compounds found in apples neutralize the odor compounds in garlic. Therefore, after eating foods with garlic, you should eat dessert with apples to get rid of the smell. This is especially helpful for people with persistent bad breath after eating garlic because it neutralizes compounds in the blood, instead of just deodorizing the mouth.
12. Homemade mouthwash with baking soda Baking soda, also known as sodium bicarbonate, works to reduce bad breath. In addition to using a toothpaste containing baking soda to treat bad breath, you can also make your own baking soda mouthwash by adding 2 teaspoons of baking soda to 1 cup of warm water and rinsing your mouth for at least 30 seconds.
13. Homemade mouthwash with vinegar Vinegar contains a natural acid called acetic acid, which creates an acidic environment that inhibits the growth of bacteria in the mouth. Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar or white to 1 cup of water and gargle for at least 30 seconds before spitting it out.
In summary, bad breath occurs mainly due to poor oral hygiene or from eating certain foods that have an unpleasant smell.. Taking some of the above home remedies can help you improve your breath. smelly. In case of persistent bad breath, home remedies do not improve, the patient should go to a medical facility for proper examination and treatment.

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Reference sources: webmd.com, healthline.com, colgate.com