Smelly breath can be embarrassing but there are some simple things you can do to get rid of it. We found a Women's Health article with six ways to beat bad breath.
1. Stay on top of your teeth. Your first and easiest line of defense is good oral care. Cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease can all be underlying causes of odor. Brush twice a day and floss at least once daily to remove the plaque and bacteria that accumulates on your teeth and under your gumline. And be sure to visit your dentist twice a year for a checkup and professional cleaning.
2. Clean your tongue. The fleshy surface of the tongue is a prime breeding ground for harmful bacteria and accounts for a large percentage of halitosis cases; but most people neglect this crucial area when brushing. To dislodge the offending build-up take a regular soft bristle toothbrush and make a few gentle strokes down the tongue from back to front once a day.
3. Wet your whistle. Your saliva contains vital protective enzymes that help kill bad bacteria, so a dry mouth can be contributing to your smelly situation. Staying hydrated will help stimulate the salivary glands and keep your mouth properly moisturized.
4. Go sugar-free. Reaching for mints and gum can help mask that dragon breath but if you're using sugary brands you're actually adding to the problem. Bacteria in your mouth tend to ferment sugar, which leads to those very unpleasant odors, so stick with sugar-free solutions. And while you're at it, cutting down on sugar in the rest of your diet can go a long way in snuffing out those icky smells.
5. Get a physical. If you've been on top of your dental care, have tried all of the above and your breath could still peel the paint from the walls, it's time to ring up the doc. Chronic nasty breath can be a symptom of a variety of other underlying medical issues such as diabetes, severe sinus infections, post-nasal drip, GI disorders, or liver and kidney problems.
6. Take a tea break. Drinking tea can do more than soothe your soul, it can also help that halitosis. Research out of the University of Illinois at Chicago shows that polyphenols, chemical components found in black and green tea, can prevent the growth of the bacteria responsible for bad breath as well as the bacteria's production of putrid smelling compounds.
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Doctors use gout drug to treat canker sores...wait, what?
By Dr. Harold Katz - BAD BREATH EXPERT
SUMMARY: The FDA restriction on marketing unapproved colchicine uses says it all.
Canker sores are the pits. These little white spots, also known as aphthous ulcers, appear on the gums, tongue and inner cheeks as a result of bacterial infection. They're unsightly and slimy, and they really hurt. Fortunately, specialty alcohol-free rinses can eliminate these ulcers without causing pain.
Plenty of research teams are looking into new ways of treating these sores. For instance, a team of scientists from Bangladesh recently ventured that a drug called colchicine might be able to knock them out.
The bad news: Colchicine is used mainly to treat gout, and currently the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned its marketing for almost anything else.
Canker sores: A painful problem
The whole reason that researchers used colchicine on canker sores is that these oral ulcers can be quite persistent. In fact, many people get them regularly, due to anything from genetic predisposition to poor dental hygiene.
In the new study, scientists from Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, recruited 30 patients suffering from chronic canker sores. The team gave participants doses of colchicine and then took daily canker sore counts.
Overall, the drug regimen seemed to work. But it's doubtful that this treatment is worth it.
Just use specialty breath fresheners instead
Colchicine is a medicine that has two FDA-approved uses: treating gout and easing familial Mediterranean fever. It can have serious side effects and lethal drug-drug interactions. Overdoses are terrible and often compared to arsenic poisoning.
And generally, there's an easier and simpler solution: specialty breath fresheners.
The study may have had positive results, but it doesn't mean colchicine is the answer. And let us just say, the authors' specialties - namely, venereology and gynecology - don't inspire much confidence.
There's no point in using colchicine to treat canker sores. Instead, it's easiest and safest to stick to specialty alcohol-free breath fresheners.
About Dr. Harold Katz
Dr. Harold Katz, founder of the California Breath Clinics, is a worldwide expert on the topics of bad breath, halitosis and dry mouth. His 'Bad Breath Bible' is an easy-to-read guide to help YOU experience fresh breath every day for the rest of your life.
Request your free copy at: Bad Breath Bible
Dr Katz's Guarantee:
100% Satisfaction Guarantee All TheraBreath Formulas are backed by a 100% 30–Day Money-Back Guarantee. If for any reason you're not satisified, let us know and we'll promptly refund your product cost.
Copyright 2012
Doctors use gout drug to treat canker sores...wait, what?
By Dr. Harold Katz - BAD BREATH EXPERT
SUMMARY: The FDA restriction on marketing unapproved colchicine uses says it all.
Canker sores are the pits. These little white spots, also known as aphthous ulcers, appear on the gums, tongue and inner cheeks as a result of bacterial infection. They're unsightly and slimy, and they really hurt. Fortunately, specialty alcohol-free rinses can eliminate these ulcers without causing pain.
Plenty of research teams are looking into new ways of treating these sores. For instance, a team of scientists from Bangladesh recently ventured that a drug called colchicine might be able to knock them out.
The bad news: Colchicine is used mainly to treat gout, and currently the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned its marketing for almost anything else.
Canker sores: A painful problem
The whole reason that researchers used colchicine on canker sores is that these oral ulcers can be quite persistent. In fact, many people get them regularly, due to anything from genetic predisposition to poor dental hygiene.
In the new study, scientists from Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, recruited 30 patients suffering from chronic canker sores. The team gave participants doses of colchicine and then took daily canker sore counts.
Overall, the drug regimen seemed to work. But it's doubtful that this treatment is worth it.
Just use specialty breath fresheners instead
Colchicine is a medicine that has two FDA-approved uses: treating gout and easing familial Mediterranean fever. It can have serious side effects and lethal drug-drug interactions. Overdoses are terrible and often compared to arsenic poisoning.
And generally, there's an easier and simpler solution: specialty breath fresheners.
The study may have had positive results, but it doesn't mean colchicine is the answer. And let us just say, the authors' specialties - namely, venereology and gynecology - don't inspire much confidence.
There's no point in using colchicine to treat canker sores. Instead, it's easiest and safest to stick to specialty alcohol-free breath fresheners.
About Dr. Harold Katz
Dr. Harold Katz, founder of the California Breath Clinics, is a worldwide expert on the topics of bad breath, halitosis and dry mouth. His 'Bad Breath Bible' is an easy-to-read guide to help YOU experience fresh breath every day for the rest of your life.
Request your free copy at: Bad Breath Bible
Dr Katz's Guarantee:
100% Satisfaction Guarantee All TheraBreath Formulas are backed by a 100% 30–Day Money-Back Guarantee. If for any reason you're not satisified, let us know and we'll promptly refund your product cost.
Copyright 2012
By Dr. Harold Katz - BAD BREATH EXPERT
SUMMARY: The FDA restriction on marketing unapproved colchicine uses says it all.
Canker sores are the pits. These little white spots, also known as aphthous ulcers, appear on the gums, tongue and inner cheeks as a result of bacterial infection. They're unsightly and slimy, and they really hurt. Fortunately, specialty alcohol-free rinses can eliminate these ulcers without causing pain.
Plenty of research teams are looking into new ways of treating these sores. For instance, a team of scientists from Bangladesh recently ventured that a drug called colchicine might be able to knock them out.
The bad news: Colchicine is used mainly to treat gout, and currently the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned its marketing for almost anything else.
Canker sores: A painful problem
The whole reason that researchers used colchicine on canker sores is that these oral ulcers can be quite persistent. In fact, many people get them regularly, due to anything from genetic predisposition to poor dental hygiene.
In the new study, scientists from Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, recruited 30 patients suffering from chronic canker sores. The team gave participants doses of colchicine and then took daily canker sore counts.
Overall, the drug regimen seemed to work. But it's doubtful that this treatment is worth it.
Just use specialty breath fresheners instead
Colchicine is a medicine that has two FDA-approved uses: treating gout and easing familial Mediterranean fever. It can have serious side effects and lethal drug-drug interactions. Overdoses are terrible and often compared to arsenic poisoning.
And generally, there's an easier and simpler solution: specialty breath fresheners.
The study may have had positive results, but it doesn't mean colchicine is the answer. And let us just say, the authors' specialties - namely, venereology and gynecology - don't inspire much confidence.
There's no point in using colchicine to treat canker sores. Instead, it's easiest and safest to stick to specialty alcohol-free breath fresheners.
About Dr. Harold Katz
Dr. Harold Katz, founder of the California Breath Clinics, is a worldwide expert on the topics of bad breath, halitosis and dry mouth. His 'Bad Breath Bible' is an easy-to-read guide to help YOU experience fresh breath every day for the rest of your life.
Request your free copy at: Bad Breath Bible
Dr Katz's Guarantee:
100% Satisfaction Guarantee All TheraBreath Formulas are backed by a 100% 30–Day Money-Back Guarantee. If for any reason you're not satisified, let us know and we'll promptly refund your product cost.
Copyright 2012
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