5 Foods That Fight Bad Breath
Bad breath (halitosis) is an unpleasant odor exhaled in breathing and it usually is he result of oral or systemic diseases. It has an impact on personal and social aspects to those who suffer from it or those who believe they have it. It is also one of the reasons why there are a lot of people who are seeking dental aid.
Considered as an embarrassing problem that affects most of us, halitosis can be a bit self-depressing condition wherein you are deprived socially or emotionally for most. In such cases halitosis is caused by plaque, inflammation of the gums, smoking and intake of some medications. Also, frequent eating of most spicy foods and garlic may result to bad breath. Stress can also be a causative factor for halitosis since it also contributes to the dryness of your mouth depriving it from enough saliva production which inhibits the growth of some bacteria.
Good oral hygiene is the best way to preventing bad breath. But there are also foods that can fight against it. So, here are five foods which can possibly help fight bad breath:
Yogurt and cheese
Unsweetened yogurt and cheese are usually the common foods that fight bad breath. Yogurt contains an active bacteria (lactobacilli) or a natural bacteria and enzymes that help reduce high levels of hydrogen sulfide – a compound that can cause bad breath. It also fights the bad bacteria in the mouth and lowers the risk of having gum diseases. Cheese can neutralize some of the food acids.
Grainy or crunchy foods
Crunchy types of food such as apples, carrots and celery. These are foods that increase saliva production that keeps the mouth moist and rinsed out all the time. Also, it strips away those leftover bits that gets stuck in your teeth. A dry mouth is prone to having more bacteria which leads to bad breath. These foods are also great for your gums as they keep it free from food debris that are good potential for bacterial host.
Black Tea
Black tea may help prevent the growth of bacteria that can cause foul breath and decrease the bacteria’s production of stinky by-products. Black tea has also been proven to help prevent tooth decay but be aware because too much caffeine can stain your teeth.
Candy (sugarless)
Sugarless candies and chewing gums shouldn’t replace brushing your teeth after a meal as it can only help your breath temporarily fresh and it increases saliva production to take away the bad odor. Avoid sugary foods because sugar triggers the onset of bacterial growth along with tooth cavity and bad breath.
Liquids (water)
Drink plenty of liquids as it rinses leftover foods from your mouth as well as in between your teeth.
Bad breath cannot be avoided by brushing and flossing your teeth alone but you have to be aware and consider the fact that you can eat some good and nutritious foods that fight bad breath. These are just some of the many beneficial foods that help reduce or prevent halitosis. Along with eating these is proper maintenance of oral hygiene all the time.
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