[mykellvi]

How to avoid bad breath? I was told that Salt Water Gargling will prevent Bad Breath?
Is it true?

[jahnplay]

Ways to void

Visit the dentist
It's one thing to know that you have bad breath, it's quite another to get to the root of what may be causing it. Bad breath is mainly caused by a buildup of bacteria in the mouth, so going to the dentist twice a year for a routine cleaning and checkup is an important step to maintaining fresh breath.
Brush your teeth
The more you brush your teeth, the better it is for your dental hygiene, and your breath. Brush at least twice daily (in the morning and before bed) in order to remove the food particles lingering in your mouth from an entire day of eating.

You can even keep a toothbrush and toothpaste handy at your office desk, in case you're meeting important clients after a spicy Italian meal.

Brush your tongue
This may sound odd, but you would never believe how much plaque and bacteria grow on your tongue (especially way in the back), so make sure to brush your tongue as well as your teeth.

Floss
We have all been told about the importance of flossing, but so many of us neglect our gums by not flossing. Bad breath is also caused by residual food caked between your teeth and in your gum line, so make sure to floss daily.

Mouthwash
If you find that your morning breath leaves a lot to be desired (don't worry, most of us don't want to be kissed in the morning), then add mouthwash to your daily routine to protect your teeth and give your mouth a minty fresh smell.

Carry breath mints and gum
Hey, if you can't avoid the problem all the time, then just blast your bad breath with some mints and gum. Perfect for emergency situations, these will encourage any woman to share breathing space with you.

For extra-strength bad breath busters, there are over-the-counter pills to help prevent stinky breath. And Listerine has recently come up with dissolving sheets that act as a mouthwash.

Parsley
This natural ingredient is said to fight malodorous breath, so if you're having some garlic bread and pasta, make the most of parsley (if you can find some) and chew on it once you're done eating.

Avoid cigarettes, coffee and alcohol
You can always treat the problem via its roots, and avoid bad breath-inducing foods such as garlic, pizza, onions, and spicy foods while on a hot date, reduce your intake of alcohol and coffee, and smoke fewer cigarettes.

Breathe through your nose
Another cause of bad breath is lack of salivary flow (dry mouth), so try breathing through your nose in order to avoid making your mouth dry and crusty.

Check it out
If you want to save yourself the embarrassment of walking around with bad breath, ask someone close to you, such as a family member or friend, whether your breath smells okay.

See a physician
Bad breath is also linked to illness, stress, stomach problems, low fluid intake, and other conditions, so if your bad breath persists, consult a physician to see if an underlying problem exists.


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[Capuchin]

Jahn, could you always remember to quote your sources? It helps us all if we are searching for more info :)

[mykellvi]

My dear Jahn
You have given an excellent answer and it is more than enough.
Brushing the tongue and using the floss, both ideas never striked in my mind.
And this will be helpful for any one who has the same problem.

Thanks a lot.