Oral hygiene This works against annoying bad breath

Natural measures against bad breath

Halitosis is usually not only for those affected, but also for the environment a sensitive issue. After all, most people usually do not notice their own bad breath and people often shy away from addressing the problem. Bad breath can be avoided in many cases by natural means.

Every fourth German citizen with bad breath

According to the German Society of Dental and Oral Medicine (DGZMK), about one in four suffers from bad breath. "The persistent halitosis is rarely the stomach to blame - even if this is universally accepted," writes the initiative proDente in a statement: "It's true: In about 90 percent of those affected cause oral cavity the unpleasant odor," the experts said. In many cases, bad breath can be combated with simple home remedies.

Around a quarter of the population suffers from bad breath. Often natural measures to help against bad breath can help. Sometimes, however, there is also an illness behind it. (Image: pathdoc / fotolia.com)

Thorough oral hygiene

Thorough oral hygiene and some home remedies for bad breath can sometimes cause miracles.

Especially important is the regular brushing of the teeth, whereby flossing should not be forgotten to clean the interdental spaces.

An occupied tongue sometimes leads to bad breath or an unpleasant taste in the mouth.

Therefore, a so-called tongue scraper is recommended to remove bacteria on the tongue. If no one is available, even a simple tablespoon will serve the purpose.

Oil pulling can also help against the tongue coating. In the morning, a tablespoon of cooking oil in the mouth is pushed back and forth for a few minutes and then spit out.

Stimulate salivation

Furthermore, it is advised to drink enough water to stimulate salivation and to keep the throat wet, as often only a dry mouth is responsible for the bad breath.

Unsweetened teas or highly diluted fruit juices are also suitable for this. It is dispensed with coffee, beer and wine, which promote bad breath.

Also herbal oils, such as clove, caraway, or fennel oil from the pharmacy or health food store can help. Add a few drops in lukewarm water and gargle.

Sugar-free candies and chewing gum after eating also stimulate salivation. In addition, some teas are not only good because of the fluid intake bad breath.

Cinnamon, aniseed, cumin or green tea varieties inhibit the growth of bacteria responsible for the unpleasant odors.

Lemons against bad breath

Even with lemons you can fight bacterial growth and thus the bad breath. For example, by putting a piece of (unsprayed) lemon peel in your mouth and chewing it vigorously like with a gum.

However, this method should not be used too often because the peel contains citric acid and it attacks the enamel.

A glass of lemon water also helps against bad breath. Simply squeeze the juice of a fruit into a glass of lukewarm water, gargle with it and then swallow the liquid at the best.

After all, such a glass of lemon water is also good for your health because it adds important vitamins and nutrients to it.

Diseases as a cause of bad breath

Do not help hygiene measures and home remedies, however, a dentist or doctor should be consulted to find the causes.

For bad breath can indicate illnesses that require a sound treatment.

For example, bad breath can be triggered by diseases such as cervical, almond, sinusitis, bronchitis or pneumonia.

If a strong foul breath breath with coughing and plenty of purulent sputum goes along, this may also be an indication of a lung lungs.

Furthermore, bad breath can be caused by a stomach irritation or gastritis (gastritis). And diabetes mellitus can also be accompanied by an acetone-like bad breath. (Ad)