Je, Unatoa Harufu Mbaya Mdomoni? - Home Remedies for Bad Breath (Halitosis)

By: Sanctus Mtsimbe: on 7:06 AM

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Bad Breath (Halitosis):

• Bad breath can be an embarrassing condition

• It generally results from a lack of or poor oral hygiene

Symptoms to look for:

• Unpleasant odour in breath

• Dry mouth

• Bad taste

• Feeling of a coating on tongue

Causes:

• Bacterial activity in mouth

• Improper oral hygiene

• Dry mouth

• Digestive disorders

• Chewing tobacco

• Consuming garlic

Natural home remedy using cinnamon: 

1. Take 1 cup of hot water

2. Add 3 tsp of cinnamon powder

3. Mix well

4. When lukewarm, use as a mouthwash

Natural home remedy using parsley leaves:

1. Parsley leaves are rich in chlorophyll and are nature's own deodorizer.

2. Chew a few parsley leaves

Tips:

• Chew 2 cardamom seeds

• Suck on a piece of clove after each meal

• Eat apple or guava after each meal as it clears the food particles stuck between the teeth and prevents bacterial activity

• Brush 2 times a day