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Signs and Symptoms of Bad Breath
Bad Breath, also known as Halitosis, is a condition almost everyone has experienced some time in their life. A simple way to check for bad breath is to cup your hands over your mouth and nose, give a puff as if blowing into a balloon, and then quickly sniff your breath. If you have bad breath, you will be able to tell based on the smell.In most cases, bad breath is not serious, but it can lead to significant embarrassment and self-consciousness. In rare situations, halitosis can be a sign of a more serious problem. Therefore, if you have tried all of our bad breath remedies without any success, it is best to see your doctor or dentist to make sure there is not some more serious cause.
Causes of Bad Breath
Almost everything we put into our mouth, particulary food and drink, can make it smell less pleasant. For the majority of people, the most frequent cause of bad breath is associated with bacteria that live in the mouth, particularly on the tongue. This bacteria can build-up as a result of poor oral hygiene and a lack of flossing.The most common triggers of Bad Breath include:
- food, particulary those high in protein
- not eating breakfast
- smoking
- antihistamines and other drugs or medications
- sinus problems
- mouth sores
- tooth infections or gum disease (gingivitis)
- stress
- dehydration
- significant talking
- zinc deficiency
- gastrointestinal disorders (indigestion or stomach problems)
- serious illnesses such as cancer, tuberculosis, or syphillis
Home Remedies and Natural Cures for Bad Breath Treatment
Bad Breath Home Remedy Using Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple Cider Vinegar has recently been used as an
effective mouthwash that provides long-lasting relief from bad breath. Simply dilute 1/2 tablespoon
of the vinegar into a glass of water and gargle it in your mouth for 10 seconds at a time.
Bad Breath Home Remedy Using Baking Soda
Baking soda is a fantastic remedy for bad breath, since it changes the pH (acidity) level in your
mouth, which results in a less friendly environment for odor-causing bacteria. Simply add some baking
soda onto your toothbrush, brush with it, and then rinse with water. Another option is to purchase
toothpastes that already contain a small amount of baking soda. It is also important to brush the
top of your tongue with your toothbrush every morning, since this helps dislodge many odorous particles
that contribute to bad breath.
Herbal Remedy for Bad Breath with Tea Tree Oil
Tea Tree Oil, is a natural cure for bad breath when
used as a toothpaste additive. Simply add a drop of the oil to your toothpaste right before you brush.
You can also create a Tea Tree Oil mouthwash by adding 3 drops of the oil to a cup of warm water. Gargle this solution two to three times a day, preferably after each meal.
NOTE: It is important that you always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash or toothpaste. Never swallow it.
You can also create a Tea Tree Oil mouthwash by adding 3 drops of the oil to a cup of warm water. Gargle this solution two to three times a day, preferably after each meal.
NOTE: It is important that you always spit out the Tea Tree Oil mouthwash or toothpaste. Never swallow it.
Natural Remedy for Bad Breath Using Citrus Fruits
Bad breath is often simply the result of a dry mouth. If this is the case, simply eating
a citrus fruit that is high in citric acid (such as an orange, lemon, or grapefruit) can help improve
your breath significantly. The acid in such fruits stimulates the saliva, which helps suppress some
of the odor-causing bacteria. At the same time, the tangy taste of such fruits leaves the mouth smelling fresh.
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More Bad Breath Home Remedies and Treatments
Reader Comments
Posted by Dhwani on Jan 26 2012 09:44:41
I have serious bad breath problem. please provide appropriate solution to get rid of it as soon as possible. this problem is lacking my self confidence. provide any home remedy.
Posted by TK on Jan 25 2012 06:19:00
i have 20 years suffering from bad breath.pliz help me.i want to know the simple and cheap home remedy for bad breath.
Posted by sanjeev on Jan 11 2012 23:14:24
Dear sir/madam,
i have mouth bad smell problem when i eat anything then from my mouth bad spell starting. please some suggestion to releif from this problem. im going to the doctor and cleaned my teeth but no relief. please send me some good advice.
Posted by risha on Jan 10 2012 01:17:21
I have been suffering from bad breath for the past 15 yrs from my nose and mouth. 3 weeks back, i tried the nasal rinse and my bad breath has reduced a lot.and i am still continuing nasal rinse daily so i encourage all of u with these symptoms to try for nasal rinse.Don`t give up !!
Posted by it sucks on Jan 08 2012 07:40:33
after i eat, i brush my teeth,then it smells good. but later,it smells as the food i ate,, its so irritating,,, what will i do?
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Posted by elle0 on Dec 15 2011 01:53:05
Tea Tree Oil is also known as Melaleuca or Melaleuca alternifolia. It is a natural antibacterial disinfectant that has been used as a general antiseptic by aboriginal tribes for thousands of years. Science has confirmed the uses for about nourishing tea tree oil as it has tremendous medicinal properties and benefits. It is a light yellow oil that smells like nutmeg. Tea Tree Oil was originally ingested as a tea (hence “tea tree oil”) by the Native Peoples but is now produced by steaming the leaves and squeezing this essential oil out.
Absorbable care tea oil should be a part of every home's emergency first aid kit. It is also wise to have tea tree oil in the car, cottage, and camping first aid kits. Unlike many essential oils, it is able to be directly applied to minor injuries once or twice per day. Green tea tree oil shampoo can also be used to invigorate the scalp and remove greasy residue off hair shaft.
Posted by Lizzy on Dec 12 2011 05:30:21
Biotene mouthwash and baking soda
Posted by Lizzy on Dec 12 2011 05:27:42
Take Chlorophyll, its cheap get it at a health food store. Its a green liquid, it's a pigment that will stain so be carefull and brush your teeth after.
Add one or two tablespoons in full glass of water or juice if u really don't like the taste. It's also good for you.
!ALSO! Floss your teeth regularly, and you wont have bad breath!
Posted by anoliefo chioma on Dec 06 2011 23:33:44
i have yellowish substances beneath my teeth how can i get rid of them?
Posted by tristan on Dec 01 2011 02:02:51
close up fire freeze helps.....i'll try baking soda nxtym..i heard that it also helps in whitening..(skin and teeth)....removing scar etc....
Posted by So Sad on Nov 19 2011 15:10:38
As someone mentioned before, I've already read we cannot use baking soda very often, beacause it will damage our gums. I'm trying tea tree oil this time. Has anyone tried using it every day for some months? By the way, for the others who brush their teeth and tongue and floss 4 or 5 times a day and have no relief, maybe it could be xerostomia. There's a test to measure our saliva production. Who knows... I've also read that eating yogurt every day can help a lot. Good luck to everydoby, me included...
Posted by nona on Nov 08 2011 08:08:44
i have heard about closeup fire freeze. is it helpful??
Posted by dj on Nov 08 2011 08:07:10
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Posted by samuel on Oct 24 2011 23:26:55
your comments have been very helpful thank you to all of you.samuel
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Posted by chewy on Oct 17 2011 09:33:55
has anybody heard of closeup fire freeze toothpaste? i think it may be a solution to bad breath. that's how they advertise it in commercials..
Posted by Mel on Oct 08 2011 06:38:16
Please try this very simple remedy: Please drink lots of water in between meals, at leat 2-3 hours after eating. Please limit your liquid intake right after meals. Also, try not to lie down right after eating, and brush your teeth right after meals. Please try this and let me know how it goes. I'm a halitosis from gerd sufferer for years, and this seems to have improved my condition without any medications or change in diet. Thanks and good luck!
Posted by kingz on Sep 30 2011 05:46:06
my gum has been swollen for year and getting worse with badbreath.been to dentist and its been fustrating.pls can i get names of home remedies that con be found in nigeria
Posted by avinash on Sep 27 2011 07:08:09
i m read i will try your home remedy some one or two then i'll send my next comment
Posted by Saint Louis on Sep 22 2011 14:01:10
I ve a bad breath also for past 2 or 3 month I use a mouthwash I brush my teeth 4 or 5 to 6 7 or even 10 times a day still wont help got speciall Thera breath toothpaste n mouthwash still won't help more than an hour tried avocado is gd for a minute then it's all same it changes ur life ur attitude ur talking everything is a really bad thing to ve but I think it's all cuz I got low vitamins so all I eat now is fruits and vegetables and 1000 mg of vit c and zinc for poor immune system hopefully that would make it better but for rite now no changes !!! Allot of ppl talking about pro fresh working real gd I don't kno what to do I guess I'll ve to check it out
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Posted by BlogShag on Sep 07 2011 05:22:52
The odor usually doesn't come from the mouth, it's the fumes from the stomach. This is the reason burps smell so bad, another good reason you shouldn't be eating bad foods, and too many processed foods
Posted by BlogShag on Sep 07 2011 05:19:02
Also, like Saleema said, chewing fresh parsley or peppermint leaves is very effective against bad breath. This is why they put parsley on a plate at restaurants, among other reasons. Although many people don't seem to be able to figure out why they put parsley on dinner plates. They just look at it and say, "Yuck." You must chew the herbs thoroughly for them to work. If you cannot handle the taste, as many can't, throw some grapes in with the herbs
Posted by BlogShag on Sep 07 2011 05:15:21
One of the grossest things to have to deal with in life is someone with bad breath. It's caused by eating bad foods, processed foods, and having dental problems. This is another reason why you must consume a lot of green herbal foods. They clean your breath
If you're not flossing your teeth after every meal, you're in for a rude awakening. Use tea tree oil as a regular disinfectant for your mouth. Stop using fluoride.
Posted by Mary on Sep 05 2011 09:31:34
I am sharing my secret with u guys cause I know how u feel, try hydrogen peroxide 3% + the equal amount of water and used it as a mouth wash twice a day I swear u will see the result right of way do not waist ur money
Posted by Anonymous on Sep 01 2011 05:49:04
FOR BAD BREATH CHEW CARDOMMN (ELACHI) AFTER EVERY MEAL AS BAD BREATH COULD NOT BE IN THE MOUTH BUT THE PROBLEM IS IN THE STOMACHE.
Posted by Joy on Aug 27 2011 15:28:42
I want to see dentist for bad breath they wash my mouth the following day the smell came up. Pls help me out my friend run away beause of the odour from my mouth.
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Posted by Laura Desouza on Aug 17 2011 20:39:52
Since I've had breast cancer,been thru surgery, chemo,radiation and booster which finished last November. I've just started taking 1 teaspoon baking soda, a teaspoon pure honey with a warm water. My sister has noticed that I have serious bad breath. Pleadse help -What is the cause?
Posted by aklilu on Jul 01 2011 08:51:01
i have problem about bad breath there fore what shall i do to remove it once and for all
Posted by Rosalie on Jun 10 2011 21:32:06
just try warm water and 1 tsp of salt and gargle it every morning..
Posted by Amber on Jun 07 2011 01:19:07
Peppermint tea and peppermint leaves after meals. Drinking lots of water helps, also.
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Posted by Anonymous on May 01 2011 15:04:52
try chewing on fennel seeds
Posted by Ayobami on Apr 24 2011 12:44:49
My breat smells teribble what can i do??
Posted by Ayo on Apr 15 2011 11:00:34
My name is ayodele 4rm western part of nigeria,am a musician.i wanted to give up on music due to bad breath.some of my lady leave me bcos of mouth odour.i dnt kno wat to do,if i go to dentist dey will charge me lot of money,dat is why am searchin 4 home remedy,all this scientific remedy like netipot n Avocado are rare to find maybe u should break d words 4 people undastanding.
Posted by Hugh on Apr 13 2011 08:15:26
can i mix baking soda acv?
just curious...
Posted by ravi on Apr 04 2011 05:29:02
kindly suggest me for my bad breath.
Posted by ravi on Apr 04 2011 05:28:49
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Posted by ALICE on Mar 30 2011 04:46:33
baking soda, it works
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Posted by Rebecca on Feb 08 2011 14:38:39
I just went to the dentist and they gave me info on Xylitol, a natural sugar substitute from fruit & veg fiber. It is used in a few sugar-free products like Mentos gum. Xylitol kills the bad bacteria in your mouth that causes cavities and bad breath.
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Posted by Hitesh chaudhry on Dec 20 2010 01:46:42
my breath smells very bad.plz tell me some good remedy.I use colagate toothpaste.
Posted by temitope omoniyi on Dec 16 2010 16:04:14
my breathe smells really bad. Help me what can i do?
Posted by Mary Joe on Nov 18 2010 18:23:55
someone on dealstop.com mentioned oil of oregano
Posted by vishnu on Oct 18 2010 03:49:40
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Posted by reema on Oct 16 2010 10:52:11
i try baking soda.bt i heard that using baking soda frequently will harm ure gums.so i stop using this.plz suggest something for yellow spots on teeth.plz
Posted by akki on Aug 24 2010 06:09:07
baking soda works well !!!!
Posted by Jennifer on Jul 07 2010 15:45:47
My daughter's breath has been terrible for 4 years. She brushes her teeth well, but breath was like dog poo. Finally went to the health food store and was recommened Mega Chlorophyll.
She has been taking one capsule a day and almost immediately her breath was normal.
Posted by Waqar on May 14 2010 16:36:34
Using a Netipot to rinse your nasal cavities will eliminate bad breath within 3 days.
The Netipot solution would comprise of a cup of boiled water (cooled), one quarter a teaspoon of sea salt (not table salt) and one quarter a teaspoon of Sodium Bicarbonate (Baking Soda).
Use twice a day. Once in the morning after breakfast and one hour before bedtime. Used frequently, you can eliminate the frequency of Cold and Flu virus.
Posted by lbr on Mar 21 2010 08:47:20
my bad breath is coming from my sinus and it smell really bad
Posted by umme talha on Mar 12 2010 10:21:18
stomach should not be empty eat something with short interval
Posted by Levi Soko on Feb 23 2010 08:40:24
Chewing fresh guava leaves after meals works
Posted by Shirley on Feb 23 2010 04:33:34
Try eating avocado. It cleanses your stomach and kills bacteria in the mouth. simple bad breath home remediesare extremely effective
Posted by Anonymous on Jan 20 2010 06:22:25
bad breath eat cardomn after every meal it improve eyesightas well
Posted by stacey on Dec 24 2009 06:56:23
if you have sinus problems, use a nasal irrigator, it works!!!
Posted by Anonymous on Oct 16 2009 20:06:05
I'll try baking soda!
Posted by cherah on Jul 28 2009 01:52:12
i have found bad breath to be associated with diet. A lot of people who change their lifestyle to include more fruits and vegetables and less meats suffer from less body odor all together.
Posted by Ruksana.R on Mar 31 2009 05:29:46
use baking soda with ur toothpast it will prevent bad mouth smelling...trust me.
Posted by mark isturis on Feb 21 2009 00:37:49
how can i get rid of the bad odor of the saliva?? my breath is fine but the saliva dont smell good.. pls help
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Posted by Saleema on Oct 12 2008 00:28:09
Chewing fresh parsley or peppermint leaves after meals or before bed is a natural remedey that works. Also lots of water.
Posted by keldo on Sep 04 2008 06:42:55
home remedy for bad breath