Which natural remedies for bad breath really work? If you're looking for a clear answer to this question, you've come to the right place! Nature provides us with countless household remedies and options that we can use to treat health problems - including an unpleasant smelling mouth.
In this article, I will introduce you to the best natural remedies for bad breath. You will also learn about the most common causes of bad breath. Let's go!
Causes: What causes bad breath?
We are all trying, naturally good to smell. But have you ever breathed into the palm of your hand and noticed an unpleasant odor from your exhaled air? Bad breath is still a A topic that people tend to be reluctant to talk about. Maybe you googled rather than asking your best friend.
No problem at all! To find the perfect remedy for your own bad breath, it makes sense to start with, the individual cause to know why. After all, a completely different remedy may suddenly be much more effective.
The most common reasons for bad breath
- Foodsuch as special meals and also food residues in the tooth pockets or between the teeth. (e.g. onions and garlic or fatty foods)
- Nicotine, alcohol, caffeine. For example, stimulants such as cigarettes, alcoholic drinks and caffeinated coffee cause an unpleasant odor, which is caused by a dry mouth, among other things. However, it usually disappears the next day.
- Tongue coating: The majority of all bacteria in the mouth are on the tongue. So if you clean it, you might be able to stop your bad breath. This is for example with a tongue scraper* or alternatively with a large spoon.
- Mouth rot: It is easily transmitted and can be recognized by the small blisters that often appear on the tongue, palate and gums. The disease is not only painful, but also usually causes bad breath.
- Nose and throat: Bad breath can be the result of sinusitis or tonsillitis. The illness must therefore be cured for it to disappear.
- caries or gingivitis: Bacteria can damage not only the teeth but also the gums. If gums and teeth are sensitive to sugary foods, tooth decay and inflammation of the gums can quickly result. Both can of course also provoke bad breath.
- Snoring: The fact is that "snorers" have a significantly lower saliva flow. The result is an imbalance in the oral flora, which causes bacteria to cause bad breath. Perhaps in this case the article with tips for a better night's sleep helpful for you.
As you can see, bad breath can have many causes! So first invest some time in the Researching the cause - and get support from your family doctor. Because it can also be a symptom of an illness.
13 tips: Which natural remedies for bad breath really help?
In principle, a Regular prophylaxis in the form of a dental cleaning against tartar and other oral complaints. Your health insurance will usually be happy about this too!
However, there are really useful and purely natural remedies that you can Use both preventively and as part of aftercare can. Here are the promised home remedies to help with bad breath!
1. use fresh herbs against bad breath
Medicinal herbs such as Sage and basil leaves or also Cloves and fennel seeds are perfect for this. You can simply chew them to freshen your breath and counteract bad breath.
There is of course another Variety of other herbs as a remedy for bad breath, but the list here would be too long 😉.
2. ensure ideal oral hygiene
If you suffer from bad breath, this could also be the Consequence of poor oral hygiene be. To counteract bad breath and establish a regular oral hygiene routine, the following is recommended:
- Brushing teeth: You should brush your teeth thoroughly 2-3 times a day for about 3 minutes.
- Dental floss: It is best to use it at least once a day. With of this refillable dental floss* you should especially clean rows of teeth with gaps, as this is where discoloration, tartar and other problem areas tend to settle, which can also cause bad breath over time.
- Tongue scrape: Most of the bacteria in the mouth actually lurk on the tongue. This is why an unpleasant odor from the mouth can also be the result of tongue coating. Through a Tongue sharper* or alternatively by scraping with a tablespoon, you can do something about it.
3. drink lemon water against bad breath
I regularly drink a glass of lemon water. Simply one Lemon with a Stainless steel citrus juicer* Squeeze out the juice and mix with water.
The acid acts against odors in the mouth as it removes the Stimulates memory flow. You can drink lemon water or simply gargle it and spit it out again.
4. drink enough water
An antibacterial Mouthwash is not a permanent remedy against bad breath, as it also kills benign bacteria and unbalances the oral flora. Instead, you should drink a lot of water, to give a counteract dry mouth.
So always imagine a full carafe at your workplace. Try your also give tap water more flavorso that it remains interesting.
Notice: A dry mouth can also be the result of excessive stress, for example. It may therefore also make sense to check your Reduce stress levels in a targeted manner.
5. use baking powder and baking soda against bad breath
With regular baking soda, which you probably have at home, you can use the pH value in your mouth back to a healthy level.
Simply a Mix together half a teaspoon of baking powder and a glass of water and then use it like a mouthwash. The powder then also removes the tongue coating that is often responsible for bad breath.
Also from Baking soda for example, you can create a wonderful Make mouthwash yourself. The versatile miracle weapon from the household works Odour-neutralizing and antibacterial.
Tip: In the article about Applications of sodium bicarbonate you will learn exactly how else you can use the product for personal care and household.
6. use oil pulling against bad breath
Oil pulling, in addition to being used for detoxification, has also become a very popular remedy for bad breath. Coconut oil (is available here*) or olive oil bind odor-causing substances in the mouth and inhibit the growth of bad bacteria.
The Application oil pulling is also very easy. Simply put 2 tablespoons of the oil in your mouth and move it back and forth in your mouth for about 10 minutes. Then just spit it out and rinse your mouth with warm water.
7. use apple and apple cider vinegar for prevention
Yes, even a normal apple can be an effective remedy for bad breath. So-called secondary phytochemicals in the fruit have an antioxidant effect and prevent bad breath.
But maybe you even have Apple cider vinegar at home. You can simply one tablespoon of it with lukewarm water and use the resulting mouthwash as usual.
8. drink tea against bad breath
Black tea in particular (is available here*) is effective against unpleasant breath. The tea contains so-called Polyphenolswhich prevent the growth of bad bacteria in the mouth.
Since these ultimately cause bad breath, drinking a cup of black tea is a sensible and good-tasting natural remedy for bad breath. Also Sage or camomile tea are great alternatives.
9. chew licorice root for better breath
To combat bad breath, you can also simply turn to licorice root (is available here*) chew. While you chew on it, so-called Isoflavoneswhich inhibit the growth of dangerous bacteria in the mouth.
An excellent, natural remedy for bad breath. Generally speaking, chewing - for example, on sugar-free chewing gum - an effective way to improve your breath.
10. birch sugar against bad breath (xylitol)
Birch sugar (is available here*) is no ordinary sugar, because this sugar substitute does exactly the opposite of what you would expect. The so-called xylitol is able to, Reduce caries and prevent periodontitis.
This is another easy way to make your own brand of mouthwash. After brushing your teeth, simply Put half a teaspoon of birch sugar in your mouth and move back and forth with your own spit. Spit it out after 5 minutes and don't eat or drink anything for 30 minutes.
11. avoid strong smelling food
The consumption of some foods alone can cause bad breath, as they simply Stimulate the production of odorous substances.
These include, for example Onions, garlic, cheese or Chives. However, you can also counteract the resulting odors by eating parsley and hot spices, for example. In the end, a Plastic and sugar-free chewing gum*.
12. healing clay as a remedy for bad breath
Even if the Healing earth (is available here*) is more commonly used in beauty masks and the like, it is also very useful as a natural remedy for bad breath due to its odor-binding effect.
Because you can also use it to Mouthwash make it yourself. Simply mix a teaspoon of healing clay with 200 ml of water and then use as usual. It can also be used as a means of Support for intestinal cleansingwhich can also have a positive effect on the odor coming from your mouth.
13. abstaining from alcohol, nicotine
The consumption of alcohol and smoking a cigarette dry your oral mucosa.
Through the Reduced memory flow often causes bad breath, as is the case with snoring, for example. Normally, the fluid in the mouth is responsible for removing odor-causing bacteria.
So try toless or even to stop drinking alcohol - and use these tips for quitting smoking.
Stop bad breath the natural way!
As you can see, there are very many waysto eliminate bad breath in a completely natural way. Daily Drink enough water and maintaining healthy oral hygiene are definitely the basis for getting rid of it quickly. In addition, a balanced diet often plays the biggest role in preventing bad breath in the first place.
Please note that diseases such as Heartburn, diabetes, pneumonia or also sinusitismay be the cause of your bad breath. In this case, bad breath can only be cured by specifically combating the disease in question.
"Nature is the best pharmacy."
Sebastian Kneipp (more at Health Quotes)
Do you have any questions or experiences with bad breath that you would like to share? Which home remedies have helped you? Please leave me a comment below this article.
Stay healthy,
PS: In my Do It Yourself Body Care Blog you will learn many other home remedies and instructions in addition to the remedies for bad breath. Learn, for example, how to make a natural deodorant make yourself simply by following your heart.
