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Home Medications and Treatments for Halitosis (bad breath)

Frequent bad breath is a sign of an internal problem and has to be taken care of with more than just a mouth rinse to get to the cause. Halitosis refers to foul or bad breath, which is not an uncommon condition. 

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Symptoms of Halitosis (bad breath)

The most obvious sign of bad breath is when you smell your own breath! Put a handkerchief or even blow on your palm and smell. If it smells bad or unpleasant, it confirms the presence of Halitosis. 

Causes of Halitosis (bad breath)

Foods like garlic, onion, cheese, orange juice, sodas, tobacco, alcohol and certain spices can cause bad breath .  The most common cause of halitosis can be associated with oral health problems, dental decay at the roots of the teeth can result in abscesses in the gums, this gives off a foul smelling odour.  Certain stomach or intestinal disorders, intestinal sluggishness and chronic constipation can also create bad Breath. Less common factors include Lung diseases, Liver diseases, Menstruation, Diabetes, Tonsiloliths, Kidney diseases and Blood disorders.

Treatment Of Halitosis (bad breath)

Proper and regular brushing and flossing can cure and prevent bad breath, follow a proper dental care regimen. If you suspect an underlying medical condition that is causing bad breath, consult a physician. 

A few simple steps to deal with bad breath:

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• Drink plenty of water to help keep the mouth moist.
• Consume fresh fruits and vegetables.
  
• Cut back on the intake of fermented foods like cheese, baked goods,  and minimize the intake of dairy products, sugar, and alcohol.
• Properly brush teeth after every meal and floss once or twice each day.
• Clean the tongue by brushing it gently with the toothbrush after you brush your teeth.
• Gargle with mouthwash after brushing teeth.
• Visit a dentist at least twice each year.

Bad Breath Treatment with Fenugreek:

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Among the several home remedies for halitosis, the use of fenugreek has proved most effective. A tea made from the seeds of this vegetable should be taken regularly for correcting the condition. This tea is prepared by putting one teaspoon of seeds in half a liter of cold water and allowing it to simmer for fifteen minutes over a low flame. It should then be strained and used as tea.

Bad Breath Treatment with Avocado:

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Another effective remedy for bad breath is avocado which is far superior to any mouth lotion or remedies for this condition. It effectively removes intestinal putrefaction or decomposition which is one of the most important causes of bad breath.

Bad Breath Treatment with Raw Juices:

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All fruit and vegetable juices are beneficial in the treatment of halitosis and should be taken liberally by those suffering from this disorder. Juices from green vegetables are especially valuable.

Bad Breath Treatment with Parsley:

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Parsley is a valuable cure for bad breath. Two cups of water should be boiled and several sprigs of parsley, coarsely chopped, should be steeped in this water along with two or three whole cloves or a quarter teaspoon of ground cloves. This mixture should be stirred occasionally while cooling. It should then be strained and used as a mouthwash or gargle several times a day.

Bad Breath Treatment with Guava:

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Unripe guava is useful in halitosis. It is rich in tannic, malic, oxalic, and phosphoric acids as well as calcium, oxalate, and manganese. Chewing it is an excellent tonic for the teeth and gums. It helps cure bleeding from gums and stops bad breath. Chewing tender leaves of guava tree also stops bleeding from gums and bad breath.

DIET FOR HALITOSIS:

1. Eating fresh foods as close to the natural, unprocessed state as possible. A healthy diet includes daily servings of leafy green vegetables, whole grains, fruit, and proteins with a minimum of animal fat. Keep the intake of sugar foods and refined carbohydrates (such as white bread and white rice) to a minimum.

2. After a meal, you can chew on a few seeds from the following list to aid in digestion and to freshen the breath: Anise, Cardamon, Fennel, Caraway, or Clove. Or, drink a cup of Mint tea.

3. Consider giving the digestive system a rest by trying a 3-day modified fast during which you drink a large amount of water and diluted fruit and vegetable juices or use a mono diet of only apples or only brown rice for 3 days. Fasting is contraindicated for children and pregnant women. 

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