Bad Breath Causes And Therapy

The consumption of foods containing chlorophyll is recommended. This neutralizes odors and refreshes the mouth. Mouthwashes with herbal teas are also very helpful.

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, often occurs in the morning because less saliva is produced at night. However, some people also suffer from bad breath during the day.

Below we are going to teach you about the causes of bad breath and recommend some  natural remedies, medicinal plants, additives, and tips to help prevent bad breath.

Possible causes

• poor oral hygiene
• Upset stomach
• Dental problems
• alcoholism
• Tobacco use
• Caries
• Dentures
• Gingivitis
• Sinusitis
• Medication
• Sore throat
• chronic gastritis
• Liver malfunction

If we suffer from bad breath frequently and we cannot find a cure or cause for it, we should consult a doctor. There are some serious diseases such as lung cancer that can also cause bad breath.

To get a grip on halitosis, we must first address the possible causes. If the bad breath is due to stomach or liver malfunction, which is common, some natural remedies can help. We have to help the organism to clean it, because bad breath is a sign of residue in our digestive tract.

Salads with chlorophyll

The daily consumption of salads is recommended and delicious, preferably fresh salads with parsley, celery, mint and avocado  with a little high-quality olive oil and a pinch of sea salt. These salads have a very detoxifying effect and support the liver functions. It is best to choose green vegetables that are high in chlorophyll. This substance helps us to neutralize odors and always keep our mouth fresh.

Juniper berries against bad breath

Juniper originally comes from Europe and grows in cool, damp forest areas, but it can also be found in South Asia and North America.

Treatment with juniper is very simple, but there are a few instructions that should be followed. About half an hour before eating, juniper berries are chewed according to the following schedule:

• Day 1, 2 and 3:  a juniper berry before each meal
• Day 4, 5 and 6:  two juniper berries before each meal
• From the 7th day:  five juniper berries before each meal

It is best to follow this plan for fifteen days.

The algae Chlorella

The alga Chlorella is a microalga and consists of 60% vegetable albumin. It is very effective because it contains 19 different amino acids. These include the 8 essential amino acids that we have to add because our body cannot produce them itself. Chlorella is also a good source of minerals and vitamins, especially vitamin B 12. The chlorophyll in Chlorella has an antibacterial effect and therefore also combats  bad smells. It is also good for body cleansing (excretion of heavy metals and other toxins). The alga can be bought in compressed form. Please follow the instructions on the package insert.

Activated carbon

Activated charcoal is often used for flatulence and diarrhea and can also be very effective for halitosis, because it has a  disinfecting, absorbing and digesting effect. It is enough if you take a small spoon with a little water every day. You can also buy activated charcoal in compressed form. If you suffer from constipation quickly, this remedy is less suitable.

Medicinal plants

There are many plants that work against bad breath and can also improve our digestive functions. It is best to prepare a liter of tea a day, which we drink throughout the day. The following herbs are recommended:

• mint
• anise
• rosemary
• Wormwood

We can sweeten the tea with stevia and refine it with a little lemon.

Advice on good dental hygiene

Good mouth cleaning is very important. Not only to remove leftover food, but also because we ingest a lot of toxins with our food. It is best to follow these simple tips below to help prevent bad breath and improve oral health:

• Floss your teeth daily.
• Brush your teeth for at least two minutes.
• Use a natural toothpaste without substances such as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. This substance is aggressive and affects the pH level in the mouth.
• Rinse your mouth with herbal teas, e.g. made from sage, thyme, cinnamon, mint etc.

• Rinse your mouth with oil mouthwashes daily.