How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath With Home Remedies

  • August 7, 2009
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If your morning breath lasts all day, it might be time to take action.

You Will Need

  • Citrus fruit
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 2 sprigs parsley
  • 2-3 cloves
  • Black or green tea
  • Water or fruit juice (optional)
How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath With Home Remedies: Step 1

Step 1

Eat citrus fruit and other foods high in vitamin C to prevent bad breath. Eat one piece of fruit after each meal.

How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath With Home Remedies: Step 2

Step 2

Mix baking soda in one liter of water. Gargle this mixture once or twice a day.

How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath With Home Remedies: Step 3

Step 3

Boil two cups water and add parsley and cloves. Stir and let steep for five minutes. Use this as a mouthwash twice a day. Chew on fresh parsley for a quick freshen-up.

Drink water or fruit juice throughout the day. Keeping the mouth moist prevents bad breath.

How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath With Home Remedies: Step 4

Step 4

Avoid bad-breath-causing foods such as ginger, garlic, onions, fish, cheese, and alcohol, especially whiskey.

Brush your teeth twice daily, floss, and use a tongue scraper.

How To Get Rid Of Bad Breath With Home Remedies: Step 5

Step 5

Drink green and black teas, which are filled with breath-freshening polyphenols.

Did you know? Onions and garlic cause bad breath because of their high sulfur content.

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Comments (2)

Ellen_Richards

chronic sinus infections can also contribute to bad breath.....use Xylitol based nose sprays, xylitol based toothpaste....xylitol inhibits bacterial growth. Also, Neti pot nasal irrigation can be useful.

over 2 years ago by Ellen_Richards

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DWRead

Use a tongue cleaner!

over 2 years ago by DWRead

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