KissMeGoodnight
eRomance Series:
My Breath Stinks:
How to Get Rid of Bad Breath...NOW!
( 15 pages )
Getting
Rid of Bad Breath
Now
that we have covered the causes and symptoms of bad breath
we can begin discussing remedies to help you get rid of the
problem.
It
is important to understand that for the most part we will
be discussing bad breath remedies that would apply to an
average bad breath problem. Serious medical conditions require
intervention by your dental physician.
After
visiting your dentist, if he cannot find a medical explanation
for a persistent case of bad breath, consider trying some
of the remedies we present.
De-Mystifying
the Mouthwash Myth
As
we mentioned earlier, all people have bad breath on occasion.
When they do, most people immediately reach for the mouthwash. Not
only is this ineffective but this action can also exacerbate
the condition. Why is this so?
Mouthwash
contains flavoring and dyes but most importantly the primary
component is alcohol! They claim to kill bacteria, which
is true in most cases. However, the bacteria is quick to
return with an exponential affect because the alcoholic
content causes dry mouth which is the leading cause of bad
breath. It creates a very ineffectual cycle of repetition.
Commercial
mouthwash products also contain other harsh chemicals. Studies
have shown that excessive amounts of mouthwash irritate the
gums, tongue, palate and mucous membranes in the mouth. If
the user is a smoker AND consumes alcohol, heavy use of mouthwash
can even cause certain cancers. It would be prudent to look
at some of the other methods to deal with bad breath and
stay away from the mouthwash.
If
you would like to freshen your breath try preparing your
own breath freshening mouthwash. A rinse consisting of a
few drops of peppermint oil in a glass of water will do the
trick nicely just don’t count on it to kill bacteria. Also
just use it as a rinse and do not swallow.
There
are other essential oils that work as well. Try tea tree,
myrrh, spearmint, and ginger are also effective.
Rinsing
your mouth with salt water is a great home remedy for a sore
throat. It is also good for eliminating bad breath. You might
also try rinsing with lemon or lime water as well. Both are
equally effective and may taste a bit more pleasant than
salt water.
Try
drinking a small amount of apple cider vinegar in a glass
of water at least once a day.
 
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