How to Get Rid of Bad Breath Naturally

Bad breath or halitosis is the unpleasant odor of the breath of a person. This is a common problem found among people around the world. This is not a disease and can be prevented easily once you find out the reason for bad breath. This condition is caused by the accumulation of bacteria in the mouth due to the presence of food particles in the mouth, gum diseases or due to the formation of plaque. Foods which have a strong smell such as garlic and onions can increase the bad breath. It is possible to prevent bad breath by practicing good dental hygiene. There are many natural home remedies which will help you to control the problem of bad breath. If bad breath continues even after having proper dental hygiene and using natural remedies, you may need to see a dentist to find out whether any of the underlying health conditions is causing the problem.

Get Rid of Bad Breath Naturally

Are you embarrassed to speak to the people due to bad breath? Try the following natural remedies and tips to effectively avoid bad breath problem. These home remedies will help to keep your breath fresher for a longer period of time than the artificial mouthwashes and sprays available in the market which claims to combat bad breath.

1. Baking Soda

Baking soda is an excellent home remedy for bad breath as it maintains the pH balance of the mouth and prevents the bacteria from accumulating inside the mouth. It also removes the plaque and stains on the teeth. However, overuse of baking soda makes your teeth corrode and it is necessary that you rinse the mouth thoroughly after using baking soda to cleanse your teeth and mouth. You can use baking soda in different ways to avoid bad breath.
Method-1

•   Take a teaspoon of baking soda
•   Dip your toothbrush in the baking soda and brush your teeth using it to clean your teeth and to achieve freshness of breath
•   Follow this remedy regularly to get rid of bad breath.

Method-2

•   Brush your teeth using a regular toothpaste and rinse your mouth properly
•   Now take a small amount of baking soda and brush your teeth to cleanse them and to maintain the pH balance.
•   Wash your mouth thoroughly and feel the freshness.
•   You can also use toothpaste with baking soda as an ingredient to get the same effect.

Method -3

•   Take a glass of warm water and mix one teaspoon of baking soda in it.
•   Use this baking soda solution to gargle the mouth.
•   Repeat the process several times a day to get better effect.

2. Fennel Seeds

Fennel seeds are known to have anti-microbial properties and this will help to kill the bacteria which causes bad odor of the mouth. The fennel seeds are also very effective in resolving digestive problems which are a major reason for bad breath in certain people.