How to Cure Bad
Breath
By Gray Rollins
Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath. Many people
suffer from it either temporarily or as a chronic problem.
Common causes are odiferous foods, smoking, poor oral hygiene,
sinus conditions and medical issues. There are many cures for
this ailment that are simple to use. If problems persist,
though, it is advisable to seek the authority of a dentist or
medical professional to rule out any serious dental or medical
issues.
Certain foods such as garlic and onions produce bad breath.
This is not a serious condition and will resolve itself in
little time. Also, smoking can produce bad breath. Smoking can
contribute to more serious dental and gum issues but the odor
associated with smoking is unavoidable. It is, of course,
recommended that smokers quit but short of that, there is
little prevention for smoker’s breath. For a temporary fix,
brush your teeth, chew gum or use a mint.
People with sinus conditions produce mucus that can be foul
smelling. As a treatment for the sinus condition, a patient may
be prescribed antihistamines which can cause dry mouth. If the
mouth does not produce enough saliva to remain moist, this will
cause bad breath. This is also why people have morning breath
after sleeping for several hours allowing the mouth to dry out.
Brushing and drinking plenty of water will help alleviate this.
There are several natural
remedies found to help counteract the effects of bad breath. Chewing
cardamom seeds, sunflower seeds, mint leaves and parsley are known to
deodorize. Gargling with a
mixture of lemon juice and water also helps. Brushing with baking soda and
adding it to water for gargling is a popular choice in home remedies.
Drinking teas with spices such as cardamom, anise, cinnamon and fennel are
all reported to help sweeten breath.
The best way to treat bad breath is to ensure proper dental
care. Brushing and flossing regularly will help deter bacteria
from forming on teeth and tongue. As food particles can get
trapped between teeth, flossing is essential to ensure plaque
does not accumulate. Regular trips to the dentist for
professional cleaning are also advised. When brushing, ensure a
good toothbrush is used and do not neglect the tongue. Bacteria
can get trapped on the tongue as well so thoroughly brush it.
If bad breath is a persistent condition, seek consultation with a
dentist. It may be a sign of a more serious dental issue or gum disease. If
a dentist rules out dental problems as a cause,
a referral to a medical doctor may be in order. Certain conditions such as
liver and kidney diseases can contribute to bad breath.
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Prevent Bad Breath With Healthy Living...
1. Eat Healthy balanced meals with a variety
of vegetables, fruits, legumes, cereals and dairy product.
2. Try and eliminate fat from your foods...
eat more baked, boiled or grilled foods. Drink low fat or no fat milk and
other dairy products. Minimize fats as much as you can. If you do use
fats... use the good ones like Olive oil in miniscule quantities.
3. Get active. Start walking or exercising
regularly.
4. Drink 8-10 glasses of clean, clear water
daily.
5. Cut out on alcohol, caffeine, nicotine or
other drugs.
6. Get adequate sleep of 6-8 hours daily.
7. Keep Your mind stimulated by doing
crossword puzzles, playing chess, doing mental calculations etc.
8. Have a healthy social life. But make sure
to have more positive influences in your life.
9. Eliminate stress from your life. Stress
and worrying are proven cholesterol enhancers... so work on eliminating
them... you could use some tapes and cd's to help you eliminate anxiety
and stress.
10. Try deep breathing or some form of
meditation each day to help you relax.
11. The combination of healthy eating,
regular exercise, stress relief and relaxation is going to drastically
improve your life style and life expectancy.
12. Recommended Tapes and CD's :
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