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Brushing your teeth well and flossing are the basic tips to get rid of bad breath

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How to get rid of bad breath? That's a question that certainly a lot of people ask, especially after eating that raw garlic. Bad breath can end that good conversation and end a flirting or business. The worst thing is that bad breath can happen to anyone due to poor oral hygiene or stomach problems. It is necessary to make an effort to brush our teeth well and floss regularly so that we do not go through some types of embarrassment.

There are some "villains" of bad breath, such as garlic, which is absorbed through the skin, enters the bloodstream and is secreted by the lungs (causing the presence of bad smell in the mouth).

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Food particles that lodge between the teeth and the bacterial plaque that forms on the gum line are some of the factors that can cause bad breath. Diseases such as lung infections, chronic kidney failure, and stomach acid reflux also produce odors. Finally, the act of smoking, in addition to being harmful to health, dries the mouth and contributes to periodontal disease and milk intolerance.

To fight bad breath and get rid of these bad guys, there are ways to freshen your breath, but without using any harmful chemicals to do so. Check out some tips on how to get rid of bad breath:

• Brush your teeth after every meal. And make sure your brush is in good condition, otherwise it won't reach the most difficult areas of your mouth. If, by chance, your brush is not in good condition, there are ways to reuse it (see more here);
• Spray of propolis: in its vast majority, it is composed of ingredients such as honey and propolis extract and has different flavors, such as ginger, mint, mallow, pomegranate, guaco, mint - all natural and efficient to relieve bad breath and sore throat;
• Tongue scraper: can be plastic or metal. It glides over the tongue to remove dead cells and bacteria;
• Flossing: removes plaque and foods that go unnoticed during brushing and that get stuck between the teeth. One tip is to keep your thong with you at all times. As it is small, you can carry it in your pocket wherever you go;
• Water: Drink plenty of water and avoid coffee, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages. Water removes food residues and prevents the formation of bacterial plaque on the tongue;
• Fenugreek (fenugreek): a plant used as a medicinal herb and seasoning in its seed form. Put a tablespoon of fenugreek seeds in four cups of cold water. Boil and leave for 15 minutes over low heat, then strain and drink as tea;
• Guava: fruit that is not ripe helps fight bad breath because it contains tannic acids;
• Alfalfa: Alfalfa sideburns help fight bad breath;
• Anise (fennel): the seed of this plant can help reduce bacteria present in the mouth;
• Chlorophyll: in liquid or tablet form, chlorophyll has a deodorizing effect against bad breath;
• Clove tea: is a powerful antiseptic. Simply separate three whole cloves or ¼ teaspoon of ground cloves into two cups of hot water and let it steep for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then pour it into a fine sieve and use as a mouthwash or gargle twice a day;
• Lemon: the combination of lemon and salt, if you can stand it, will help remove the garlic and/or onion breath. Read more in the article: "Lemon benefits: from health to cleanliness";
• Natural Gum: Made from peppermint essential oils, it eliminates odors caused by bacteria - and the action of chewing stimulates the production of saliva, which helps to clean the breath;
• Sage: contains essential oils with antibacterial properties, which help to neutralize one of the causes of bad breath. Try to chew the raw leaves for this benefit. Learn more: "Salvia: what it is for, types and benefits".
• Spirulina: is a great source of chlorophyll and can be purchased in capsule or loose form. The suggestion is to start with 500 mg three times a day. But first, see a doctor;
• Tea Tree Oil (melaleuca): derived from the leaves of a native Australian plant, Melaleuca alternifolia. Tea tree contains antiseptic compounds that make it a powerful disinfectant. Try using a toothpaste containing tea tree oil, or putting a few drops of tea tree oil on your toothbrush or with your regular toothpaste. It has a strong aromatic flavor. Understand: "Tea tree oil: what is it for?"

These are just a few tips. But there can be other causes for bad breath. Consult a physician or physician for an accurate diagnosis.