Posted on August 19, 2007 in Common Ailments
Bad breath is a common problem which is caused by bacteria mixed with food bits and saliva. In medical terminology it is referred to as Halitosis. These home remedies to a great extent help get rid of bad breath.They are easily available in the market and are also cost effective.
Halitosis treatment using Parsley and Lemon
Parsley leaves are rich in chlorophyll. They are known to be nature’s own deodorizer. Chew some leaves regularly for fresh breath.
Add 1 lemon juice with some sugar and salt to a glass of water and drink it often. Rinse your mouth before sleeping with a glass of water with the juice of half a lemon added. This way bad breath can be reduced greatly.
Halitosis treatment using Guava
Guava is a good remedy for bad breath. Chewing of guava and leaves of guava tree is helpful.
Halitosis treatment using Raw Juices.
All fruit and vegetable juices are very beneficial to those suffering from this disorder. Especially juices from green vegetables are very helpful.
Halitosis treatment using Fenugreek
Among the several home remedies for halitosis, the use of fenugreek has proved to be most effective. Tea made from the seeds of this vegetable should be taken regularly for correcting the condition.
Halitosis treatment using Avocado
Another effective remedy for bad breath is avocado; it effectively removes intestinal putrefaction or decomposition which is one of the most important causes of bad breath.
Other useful Remedies to cure Bad Breath and Halitosis
- Brush your teeth twice a day.
- Drink at least 10 glass of water daily.
- Gently clean the top of your tongue with the toothbrush.
- In case of decaying teeth and swollen and bleeding gums, a dentist should be consulted.
- Chew some cardamom seeds to sweeten your breath.
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October 31st, 2008 at 7:45 am
[...] Almost everyone must have experienced the problem of bad breath at least once in their lifetime. Medically the problem of bad breath is called as Halitosis. This problem of bad breath might lead to an embarrassing situation. You can easily overcome the problem of bad breath. But the question arises what is the main reason for bad breath? [...]