Bad Breath

An important percent of the population is affected by bad breath (or halitosis). This is a significant problem caused by a bacterium that thrives in places where there is no oxygen. One of these places is the back of the tongue. There are some muscles that help you swallow when eating or even talking (specific sounds) on that side of the tongue, but this place is not so easy to reach, even when you brush your tongue.

The research made by the American University of Illinois (Chicago) on tea reveals that some components that can be found in this drink prevent the growth of the bacteria that makes you have a bad breath. The researchers talked about these facts in an annual meeting set up by the members of microbiology associations in Washington.

The results of that experiment revealed that drinking black tea can help you with your bad breath problem, along with other problems solved. Halitosis is caused by bacteria growth and drinking black tea keeps down the enzymes that accelerate the rapid cell multiplication. Enjoying a cup of black tea can make miracles on a relaxing break and you don't even know it.

But tea is not the only remedy in bad breath problem. There are other home remedies that can help you. From the fruits category the orange is important. So, start eating these fruits, because they can help a lot. Oranges are a very important source of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, calcium, magnesium, selenium, an amount of fibers, some proteins and have a very, very refreshing taste.  But vitamin contribution is not their single role in your body. The existing flora from your intestines can be balanced with the oranges contribution, because halitosis is an effect of this lack of balance.

The same effect can be obtained with lemons. Lemons are rich in vitamin C, and vitamin A, and some potassium and calcium or magnesium as well. A gargle with water diluted with lemon juice reduces the pithiness of bad breath. Diets based on lemon juice can also work miracles too. That doesn't mean all you eat and drink is lemons and lemon juice, but this cure can purify the body.

However it is important that you don't exaggerate, and try to drink it in combination with other acidic drinks because the acid lemon juice can affect your stomach. Lemon juice can be helpful if your teeth need a little whitening, so you can use it when brushing. As you can see, lemon juice can be a source for beauty and specialists maintain it is even better because you can also lose weight if you follow a certain diet with lemons.

Anyway, there may be people that can't stand the sour and acid taste of citrus fruits. For those who consider not drinking lemon juice there is another option: vegetal fibers. As you read above, lemons and oranges contain fibers, but there are other vegetables like: carrot, apple, celery, cabbage, green salad, spinach, radish and beet that are full of fibers. Eating these vegetables helps in cleaning your tongue. 

Bad breath news on the Web

These Gross Causes Of Bad Breath Will Make You Want To Start Flossing - BlissTree

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These Gross Causes Of Bad Breath Will Make You Want To Start Flossing
BlissTree
But if you, like about half of the population of the population, suffer from halitosis (or, as it's more commonly know, just plain old bad breath) you may want to stop at the store to get some Reach on your way home. Because bad breath isn't just a ...

Your Pet's Bad Breath is No Laughing Matter - Sacramento Bee

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Your Pet's Bad Breath is No Laughing Matter
Sacramento Bee
This February, during Pet Dental Health Month, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is reminding pet owners that bad breath can be a sign of serious health problems. "Periodontal disease is the most common health problem that ...
Brush Up on Oral Health with Petco's Free Pet Dental EventDigitalJournal.com (press release)
All About Your Dog's TeethGlobal Animal
February is a good month for pet dental checkLynchburg News and Advance

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Treating Chronic Bad Breath Effectively Using Therabreath - Set Piece Analysts

Treating Chronic Bad Breath Effectively Using Therabreath
Set Piece Analysts
If you suffer from smelly breath or if you have had smelly breath for a long period of time, you may be subject to a condition known as chronic bad breath. There are a great number of treatments available, in both over the counter market as well as the ...

Sick of Ubuntu's bad breath? Suck on a Linux Mint instead - Register

Sick of Ubuntu's bad breath? Suck on a Linux Mint instead
Register
By Scott Gilbertson • Get more from this author If the jump from the GNOME 2 desktop to the new GNOME Shell or Unity desktop in Ubuntu has left you feeling dissatisfied, one increasingly popular distribution just might offer something that turns out to ...

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Maintain your pet's oral health - Valley News

Valley News

Maintain your pet's oral health
Valley News
Most people think that it is normal for animals to have bad breath, but it is actually a result of an infection in the mouth. As the infection gets worse, so does the smell. Infection in the mouth usually starts as gingivitis, which is inflammation of ...
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TheraBreath's bad-breath-fighting technology is a 'modern marvel'! - TheraBreath (blog)

TheraBreath (blog)

TheraBreath's bad-breath-fighting technology is a 'modern marvel'!
TheraBreath (blog)
By Dr. Harold Katz - BAD BREATH EXPERT SUMMARY: Recently, Dr. Katz appeared on the History Channel to explain how TheraBreath's odor-fighting technology eliminates halitosis in a way that other product lines can't come close to matching.
Save Big with the TheraBreath® First Bonus Pak Sale of the Year and Get Free ...San Francisco Chronicle (press release)

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Are you taking bad breath seriously? - Easier (press release)

Are you taking bad breath seriously?
Easier (press release)
Most of us believe that bad breath isn'ta big deal - just a quick brush of the teeth or popping a mint or chewing gum in your mouth and the problem will go away. However, bad breath is not just a social problem, it could possibly be a health issue too.

Dentists Urge Patients to Take Bad Breath Seriously - Cosmetic Dentistry Guide (press release)

Dentists Urge Patients to Take Bad Breath Seriously
Cosmetic Dentistry Guide (press release)
Bad breath (halitosis) is a common problem that affects most people from time to time. However, dentists are eager for people who suffer from bad breath on a regular basis to arrange a check-up, as halitosis can be symptomatic of more serious dental ...

Even magnetic cleaning products can't beat the best mouthwashes - TheraBreath

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Even magnetic cleaning products can't beat the best mouthwashes
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By Dr. Harold Katz - BAD BREATH EXPERT SUMMARY: It may sound like science fiction, but it's science fact: Chemists have invented magnetic soap! Yet, for now, such substances still don't seem to hold a candle to the best mouthwashes.

Stinky breath solutions - Surf Coast Times and Bellarine Times

Stinky breath solutions
Surf Coast Times and Bellarine Times
Bad breath, or halitosis, is the third most frequent reason people seek dental treatment, behind tooth decay and gum disease. Halitosis is most commonly transient, such as when the breath is affected by certain foods, alcohol or smoking.


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