Bad breath is a common problem faced by people due to poor oral health. Eating foods like onion and garlic also causes bad breath. Tap to read the effective home remedies to treat bad breath and maintain oral hygiene .
Chew fennel seeds
Chew a few fennel seeds after meals or drink fennel seed water. It is rich in flavonoids and antioxidants that prevent bad breath.
Honey and ginger as mouthwash
Mix two tablespoons of ginger juice with half a tablespoon of honey. Use this as a mouthwash to cure bad breath.
Warm water and lemon
Take a glass of water and squeeze half a lemon into it. Drink this to get rid of bad breath. It also keeps your mouth clean and moist.
Chew on herbs
Chew a few fresh herbs like parsley, basil, and mint. It helps freshen up your breath and remove bad odour.
Gargle with saltwater
Take a glass with warm water and half a teaspoon of salt or baking soda. Use this to gargle your mouth to remove bad breath.
Brush and floss
Brush and floss your teeth atleast twice a day to remove plaque buildup and bad bacteria. It also helps prevent tooth decay.
Cardamom cloves
Simply chew a few cardamom cloves after meals to remove bad mouth odour. Cardamom is packed with antibacterial properties that improve oral health.
Information credits
Dr. Dhirendra Shrivastav, Maxillofacial Surgeon and Dean, ESIC Dental College Rohini shared these tips in an exclusive chat with Onlymyhealth.