The Claim: Eating Parsley Can Eliminate Bad Breath

The Claim: Eating Parsley Can Eliminate Bad Breath

THE FACTS

People have long tried to freshen their breath with parsley. Its fresh, strong flavor would seem to make it a natural deodorizer. And its deep green color is a sign of ample chlorophyll, which is thought to have some antibacterial properties. (The sulfur compounds that give rise to bad breath are produced by various strains of bacteria that feast on food deposits and other debris in the back of the mouth.)

But researchers who have looked into this particular folk remedy have found little evidence that it works. Studies that have examined its effects in the mouth have found that while it may have some small initial effect on odor — mostly by masking it — it does little to reduce the concentration of volatile sulfur compounds.

One unlikely food that has been shown to reduce levels of sulfur compounds, however, is green tea, although the effect may be temporary, lasting no more than an hour or two.

Mouthwashes can be effective when they contain two ingredients in particular, zinc and chlorhexidine. But those that contain alcohol may make the problem worse by drying the mouth. Several studies have also identified a number of other factors that contribute to bad breath, including being overweight, drinking heavily and smoking.

THE BOTTOM LINE

There is little evidence that parsley can counteract bad breath.

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Source: New York Times - http://www.nytimes.com/2009/04/28/health/28real.html?ref=views

The Claim: Eating Parsley Can Eliminate Bad Breath

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Take Your Breath Away ... Far Away

If your oral report received an F for foul, these tips might help you to clear the air

In the hierarchy of social stigmas, bad breath ranks right up there with body odor and indiscreet flatulence. It's a deal breaker, romance killer and a sure way to keep people at arm's length.

Most of us have it at least once a day, particularly when we first wake up. But for about a quarter of the population, halitosis is a chronic problem.

No wonder Americans spend nearly $4 billion a year on mints, mouthwashes, gums and mouth sprays to combat the embarrassing odor. However, according to dental experts, these are all just temporary fixes for a bigger problem.

“Bad breath can be caused by lots of different things – infection, sinus problems, dry mouth. Unless you get to the cause of the problem, it doesn't matter how much gum you chew or mouthwash you use,” says Dr. Douglas Cassat, a Tierrasanta dentist.

San Diego dentists list some causes for halitosis and what you can do to remedy each.

ORAL HYGIENE. Ineffective daily brushing and flossing leaves behind particles of food in the mouth which collect bacteria and can cause bad breath. Food that collects between the teeth, under bridges and on the tongue and around the gums can rot, leaving an unpleasant odor.

Brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day to remove the plaque and bacteria that cause halitosis.

It's also a good idea to gently brush the back of the tongue with your toothbrush or tongue scraper.

PERIODONTAL DISEASE. Gum disease can cause persistent bad breath as well as a bad taste in your mouth. Periodontal disease is caused by plaque, the sticky film of bacteria that forms on and around the teeth and gums.

In addition to flossing at least once a day, it's important to have your teeth professionally checked and cleaned at least every six months. If you have signs of gum disease, be vigilant about your home oral care.

“You can have just one small area or pocket of infection in the mouth and it will cause bad breath,” says Dr. Carol Summerhays, a Sorrento Valley dentist. “It usually requires a hygienist or dentist to get in there and irrigate and clean it and kill the bacteria before the odor goes away.”

DENTURES. Food and bacteria can get trapped in dentures producing odor. If you wear a bridge or a partial or complete denture, clean it thoroughly at least once a day or as directed by your dentist.

DRY MOUTH. To properly cleanse the mouth and remove food particles that may cause odor, you need adequate saliva. A smelly dry mouth may be caused by various medications (antihistamines, heart and blood-pressure medicine and antidepressants), salivary gland problems (often seen in the elderly) or continuously breathing through the mouth.

Drink plenty of water and chew sugarless gum to increase saliva flow. There are also some products on the market, including mouth sprays and washes, made especially for people with dry mouth problems.

ALCOHOL. No matter if it's in a cocktail or a mouthwash, alcohol creates a dry environment in the mouth that bacteria love. Drink plenty of water.

“Alcohol pulls all the moisture out of the cells in the mouth. I always recommend alcohol-free mouthwashes. A peroxide-type of mouthwash is much better than one with alcohol,” Cassat says.

FOOD SUCH AS GARLIC OR ONIONS. When foods are digested, their molecules are absorbed by our bodies and carried off in the bloodstream. Some of these molecules are released into the lungs as blood flows through them. As we exhale, our breath carries these offending molecules out of our bodies and often into the faces of others.

This kind of bad breath will resolve itself on its own in a day or so as the body completes the metabolization process. The only way to control garlic or onion breath is to minimize consumption of it.

“It'll help to brush your teeth and scrap your tongue. You can also try chewing sugar-free gum with xylitol, which will help fight decay and help increase saliva,” Summerhays says.

SMOKING. Much of what makes a smoker's breath smell is the tobacco smoke. It contains tar, nicotine and other foul-smelling substances that accumulate on teeth and soft tissues of the mouth. Smoking also makes the mouth dry out more quickly.

Although diligent oral hygiene and tongue scraping can help reduce smoker's breath, the only way to completely eliminate it is to quit smoking.

SINUS PROBLEMS. Colds, respiratory infections and allergies can promote the flow of postnasal drip onto the back of the tongue. This discharge has a nasty taste and smell. To make matters worse, bacteria feed on the discharge and create their own foul-smelling waste products.

To help clear this drip, try taking an antihistamine, although the medication will dry out the mouth. Drink lots of fluids and try scraping your tongue.

“If sinus problems are the cause of bad breath, concentrate on treating the sinuses, not the odor,” Cassat says.

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Source: San Diego Union Tribune - http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/apr/28/1c28breathm181533/

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Julia Roberts Gets a Bad Breath(Halitosis)

Julia Roberts Gets a Bad Breath(Halitosis)

The ‘Pretty Woman’ star and Owen have been very good friends since starring in 2004's Closer, and Roberts insists that it made her more comfortable shooting the saucy scenes in their new movie.

However, she often ate peanut butter sandwiches between takes, which forced her to freshen up before filming the intimate scenes.

"At least we could talk to each other and say, ''Honey, do you have a mint? I'm sorry but I just had a peanut butter sandwich,'' Contactmusic quoted her as saying.

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Source: The Times Of India - http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Entertainment/International-Stars/Julia-Roberts-gets-a-bad-breath/articleshow/4394693.cms

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Morning Breath

Morning Breath

When I wake up in the morning I have stinky breath.

I brush my teeth in the shower before breakfast and mask the odour.

Colleagues and friends haven't mentioned oral hygiene to me, I don't get frequent mint offerings and no one pinches their nose when I speak so it was fair to assume I was doing a good job.

So, when I visit the Australian Breath Clinic in Sydney's eastern suburbs you can imagine my surprise when my "inadequate mouth and tongue cleaning" are revealed.

Everyone has bad breath in the morning, don't they?

Turns out they don't.

Clinic founder Geoffrey Speiser says if you are vigilant about teeth and tongue cleaning every day, morning breath will fade in a week.

Dr Speiser is the only dentist in the country to use air-testing technology to detect different bacteria in your mouth.

After filling in a quiz about my teeth-cleaning habits, an assistant sucks a 30-second sample of my breath through a small syringe.

A few minutes later Dr Speiser calls me to his office where my worst nightmares are displayed on a colourful graph.

"But you told me not to brush before I came in!" I said, arguing the shocking results of the Halicheck breath-testing machine.

He tells me I have high levels of two out of three bad breath causing bacteria.

There are up to 800 different types of natural bacteria living in your mouth and throat, some haven't even been identified yet, he said.

And when this bacteria breaks down protein it "gives off a waste product" made of sulphur waste which causes bad breath.

So, when you're asleep, you're not eating, your saliva flow slows down or shuts off, you're mouth might be wide open and some people snore, all triggering a "radical increase in bacteria", Dr Speiser said.

"Whatever bacteria that are on your tongue when you go to sleep will multiply anything from two to four times while you're sleeping," he said.

Hence my stinky morning breath.

The best way to keep the bacteria down is to have a thorough cleaning regime just before bed.

About one third of Australians have chronic bad breath, Dr Speiser said, and your chances are increased as you get older.

The bacteria in your mouth is increased when you eat protein rich foods, and dairy and eggs in particular will "make your breath stinky".

For this reason, Dr Speiser recommends sticking to a diet of carbohydrates for breakfast and lunch and getting a protein hit at dinner so you can brush all the bacteria away.

Other bacteria boosters are dryness, caused by stress, smoking and alcohol, and acidity generated every time we eat.

Coffee and softdrink are particularly bad.

"If you graze on food all day you tend to increase the acid in your mouth, generate more bacteria, (and) cause more of a problem than if you're eating set meals," he says.

At least half of Dr Speiser's patients are producing a smell that only the person themselves is aware of.

This seemingly odourless smell is caused by the mucus in the back of your throat, such as when you have a cold.

Because friends, doctors and dentists are unable to pick up the smell, these people are often falsely tagged as halitophobic – living in fear of having bad breath.

"These people swear blind they can smell their bad breath," Dr Speiser said.

Dr Speiser says he is the first dentist in Australia to be able to detect the gas and confirm that there is an odour there.

Often lasting psychological damage has been done to the client.

"It (instills) a sense of paranoia to the person and then the personality will come into play," Dr Speiser said.

"If you feel you have a breath problem you start to look for signs in the people that you're talking to.

"They're being made (halitophoic) by society.

"Some people are emotionally scarred and that's never gonna go away."

Dr Speiser hands me a tongue-cleaning device, tells me to quit brushing in the shower and sends me on my way saying, "bad breath is basically part of life".

How to keep bad breath at bay:

- Use saline nasal flushing morning and night.

- Clean tongue, teeth and gums morning and night.

- Floss morning and night.

- Eat carbohydrates and breakfast and lunch and eat protein at dinner.

- Eat set meals and try not to graze.

- Chew sugarless gum for five minutes after eating to bring saliva flow back to normal.

- Use non-foaming toothpaste and an alcohol-free, neutral pH mouthwash.

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Source: Stuff.co.nz (Life & Style) - http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/2331634/Beating-morning-breath

Morning Breath

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Wrigley's Gum Ads Causing Stink

Wrigley's Gum Ads Causing Stink

Wrigley Jr. Co.’s advertising claims that its Eclipse gum kills germs that cause bad breath has caused a stink with rival Cadbury and the Council of Better Business Bureaus.

A division of the business organization announced Wednesday that it’s recommending Wrigley modify or discontinue certain advertising claims about Eclipse.

Chicago-based Wrigley, which was bought last year by Virginia-based Mars Inc., said in print and television advertising that its new formula for Eclipse has a magnolia bark extract that is scientifically proven to kill bad-breath germs. The council’s National Advertising Division, the industry’s self-regulatory forum, said there is not enough credible scientific evidence to make the claims and Wrigley should only advertise that there is emerging evidence that magnolia bark extract could help kill germs.

A Wrigley spokeswoman was not available for comment.

The industry group examined the advertising claims following a challenge by Cadbury Adams USA, Wrigley’s main chewing gum rival.

A Cadbury spokeswoman said the company is pleased with the agency’s decision, but declined further comment.

The business group said Wrigley plans to appeal the decision to the National Advertising Review Board.

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Source: Chicago Business News - http://www.chicagobusiness.com/cgi-bin/news.pl?id=33616&seenIt=1

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Five Steps to Good Oral Health

Five Steps to Good Oral Health

As part of a healthy lifestyle and to help reduce the risk of oral disease, follow these 5 steps to good oral health.

1. SEE YOUR DENTIST REGULARLY

Regular checkups and professional cleanings are the best way to prevent problems or to stop small problems from getting worse. Your dentist will look for signs of oral disease. Oral diseases often go unnoticed and may lead to or be a sign of serious health problems in other parts of the body.

2. KEEP YOUR MOUTH CLEAN

Using a soft-bristle toothbrush, brush your teeth and tongue at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to remove plaque and bacteria that cause cavities and periodontal disease (gum disease). Floss every day. If you don't floss, you are missing more than a third of your tooth surface.

When choosing oral care products, look for the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) Seal of Recognition. Oral care products that have earned the Seal of Recognition have been reviewed by CDA and will effectively contribute to your oral health.

3. EAT, DRINK, BUT BE WARY

Healthy food is good for your general health and your oral health. The nutrients that come from healthy foods help you to fight cavities and gum disease. mLimit how much and how often you consume foods and beverages that contain sugar. Sugar is one of the main causes of dental problems. Limit your consumption of foods and beverages that are high in acid. The acid may play a part in causing dental erosion.

4. CHECK YOUR MOUTH REGULARLY

Look for warning signs of periodontal disease (gum disease). Gum disease is one of the main reasons why adults lose their teeth. The warning signs include: Red, shiny, puffy, sore or sensitive gums; Bleeding when you brush or floss; Bad breath that won't go away; Loose or sensitive teeth; Change in the colour of your gums; Receding gums

Look for warning signs of oral cancer. The three most common sites for oral cancer are the sides and bottom of your tongue and the floor of your mouth. The warning signs include: Bleeding that you can't explain; Open sores that don't heal within 7 to 10 days; White or red patches; Numbness or tingling; Small lumps and thickening on the sides or bottom of your tongue, the floor or roof of your mouth, the inside of your cheeks or on your gums.

Tell your dentist if you have dry mouth, a sore mouth or burning mouth syndrome.

5. AVOID ALL TOBACCO PRODUCTS

Stained and missing teeth, infected gums and bad breath are just some of the ways smoking can affect your oral health. Besides ruining your smile, smoking can cause oral cancer, heart disease and a variety of other cancers, all of which can kill you.

All forms of tobacco are dangerous to your oral health and your overall health, not just cigarettes. Smokeless tobacco such as chewing tobacco, snuff and snus can cause mouth, tongue and lip cancer and can be more addictive than cigarettes.

If you use tobacco products, ask your dentist and your family doctor for advice on how to quit. If you take care of your teeth and gums at home and visit your dentist regularly, your smile should last you a lifetime. Your oral health is good for life. As any parent knows, getting kids excited about anything that isn't the latest toy or gadget is a hard sell. When it comes to getting kids excited about personal grooming habits, parents know the task is even taller than usual.

Perhaps no grooming habit has proven more of a challenge over the years than proper dental care. As hard as parents may try, kids seem to have an innate aversion to brushing their teeth. Recognizing that, we offer parents the following tips to get kids excited about taking care of their teeth.

MAKE BRUSHING FUN:

Even parents can admit that brushing your teeth isn't the most fun thing a person does every day. However, that doesn't mean this morning and nightly ritual can't be spiced up with a little creativity. You can add some dazzle to dental care. The Firefly was created by taking the LCD light out of a pair of fancy sneakers and placing it in the bottom of a regular toothbrush. After some more thorough research and development, the Firefly(R) was born.

Employing the same blinking technology used in a pair of sneakers, the Firefly blinks for 60 seconds, instilling the dentist-recommended one-minute per arch brushing routine, but doing it in a way that's fun for kids.

TAKE THE HURT OUT OF BRUSHING:

One of the foremost reasons many kids don't like brushing or even trips to the dentist is the pain principle.

Kids, and even adults, often associate dental care or dental visits with pain.

That's why dentists recommend parents go gentle on young gums. A brush with soft and individually rounded bristles, is the perfect way to comfortable dental care.

START EARLY:

Good dental care habits start at a young age. Unfortunately, so do bad ones, emphasizing the importance of reinforcing proper dental habits in children as early as possible. Studies have shown that childhood tooth decay is reaching an epidemic level in North America, and it's been well documented that cavities in baby teeth set the stage for cavities in adult teeth.

Dental professionals recommend replacing a toothbrush once every three months.

By giving kids a new, bright and blinking toothbrush when the light stops blinking, you can renew kids' interest in brushing their teeth simply by following your dentist's guidelines.

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Source: The Post - Ontario - Hanover,Canada - http://www.thepost.on.ca/ArticleDisplay.aspx?e=1508449

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Oral Bacteria Responsible for Most Cases of Bad Breath (Halitosis)

Oral Bacteria Responsible for Most Cases of Bad Breath (Halitosis)
By Rallie McAllister

Everyone has bad breath sometimes, but if the people around you keep getting whiplash whenever you open your mouth, you could have a more serious problem. Halitosis is the official medical term for malodorous breath, defined as any disagreeable odor of expired air.

You're allowed to have bad breath if you've been munching on garlic cloves, but if your breath smells like dirty socks most of the time regardless of what you eat, you may suffer from halitosis. Having bad breath is not your fault — the bacteria inside your mouth are responsible for the offensive odor.

With plenty of leftover food on your tongue and between your teeth to snack on, these mouth-dwelling microbes break down proteins in food particles, creating sulfurous byproducts in the process. The volatile sulfur compounds produced by oral bacteria are similar to the gases released by rotten eggs.

Most people put a serious dent in the bacterial population of their mouths whenever they brush and floss. But even the most militant brushers and flossers tend to neglect their tongues, especially the part at the very back.

Enter the tongue scraper, a specially designed device that effectively cleans the surface of the tongue without gagging you in the process. Tongue scrapers and cleaners can be purchased at pharmacies, supermarkets and dentists' office, but for folks on a budget, a plastic spoon turned upside down works just fine.

Research reveals that the use of tongue scrapers can significantly reduce the number of bacteria in the mouth, as well as the levels of the odiferous volatile sulfur compounds they produce. If your tongue-scraping efforts don't solve the problem completely, a few additional strategies can help detoxify your breath.

Your first order of business is to schedule appointments with your dentist and your family physician to rule out any serious health conditions that might be at the root of the problem. Proper treatment of tooth decay, gum disease, chronic sinus drainage and stomach ulcers can correct many cases of halitosis.

Watching what you eat can bring about significant improvements in your breath. Most food odors dissipate from your breath in about 10 minutes, but odors from smelly foods like peanut butter and chilidogs can linger for hours.

The odiferous reminders of garlic, onions and alcohol stick around even longer. Odor-producing compounds in these foods migrate to your bloodstream after digestion, and they're exhaled through your lungs with every breath.

If you've indulged in a malodorous meal, you might try to reverse the damage with breath-freshening gums, mints or sprays — and there are plenty to choose from. The quest for minty-fresh breath has spawned a multibillion-dollar industry in the United States, which offers an impressive lineup of breath aids.

Many of these products do nothing more than give you a false sense of confidence, but mouthwashes and rinses containing antibacterial ingredients have been shown to help control oral bacteria and improve breath odor. A few herbs and nutritional supplements, including magnolia bark extract and xylitol, can help freshen breath naturally.

The results of a study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry revealed that breath mints containing magnolia bark extract killed more than 61 percent of odor-causing oral bacteria. Without the magnolia bark extract, the mints killed only 3.6 percent of the germs.


Mints, gums and mouthwashes containing the natural sweetener xylitol have been shown to reduce tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath by inhibiting the growth of Streptococcus mutans and other oral bacteria. Products containing xylitol and magnolia bark extract can be found at most health-food stores.

Saliva is one of the best breath fresheners known, and it's a lot cheaper than a jug of Lavoris. Saliva washes food particles and odor-producing bacteria out of your mouth and into your stomach.

The more saliva you have in your mouth, the less likely you are to have bad breath. Because mild dehydration can reduce saliva production, it's important to drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Certain over-the-counter medications and prescription drugs can rob your mouth of saliva. Antihistamines and decongestants are notorious for leaving you with a parched palate, but dry mouth is listed as a side effect of at least 300 commonly used medications.

Most cases of halitosis are entirely treatable, but you have to recognize the problem first. If you're not sure how your breath ranks, just ask the people closest to you.

Rallie McAllister is a board-certified family physician, speaker and the author of several books, including "Healthy Lunchbox: The Working Mom's Guide to Keeping You and Your Kids Trim."

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Oral Bacteria Responsible for Most Cases of Bad Breath (Halitosis)


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Source: Bend Weekly - Bend,OR,USA - http://www.bendweekly.com/news/17184.html

4 Most Common Bad Breath Cause That You May Not Aware Of

4 Most Common Bad Breath Cause That You May Not Aware Of

Learning more about bad breath cause can prevent you from doing things that can only make the smell of your breath even worse Believe it or not, having a bad breath can affect your personal life as well as your professional life It is very important for you to understand the bad breath cause so you can have more confidence to talk to other people

1) Morning breath

The worst breath probably occurs when you wake up from your sleep in the morning All the germs and bacteria are very active when you sleep That is why it is very important for you to brush your teeth every morning You need to aware that brushing your teeth will give a temporary effect since as the day progresses, the stink of bad breath may creep slowly back into your mouth

To prevent this, you have to brush your teeth at least 2 or 3 times per day or after your heavy meal

2) Putting something smelly in your mouth

Sometimes, this situation could not be avoidable If you eat food that is full of garlic or onions, than you can be sure that your breath will smell awful The only advice I can give you is to take food with less garlic or onions

Smoking a cigarette is one of the bad breath cause as well It is best if you can quit smoking permanently but this may difficult to achieve if you are a heavy smoker The trick is to take less cigarette per day

Another bad breath cause that is considered situational is alcoholic beverages

3) Halitosis

Halitosis is another name given to bad breath Many people use gums, sprays and other types of breath fresheners to mask the effects of halitosis Even if you use a good and expensive breath fresheners, it will still will not do you any good if you do not take good care of your dental hygiene like brushing your teeth in the first place

It may only solve your problem for a while, but the awful smell will come back again after few hours

4) Left over food

The most common bad breath cause is the present of bacteria that is feeding off the food particles that is left over from when you have your last meal Even if the particles are small, but it can spread into your mouth that will cause your breath to smell awful

That is why brushing your teeth is important to prevent this To make it better, use floss to totally remove any small particles that could not be remove by brushing alone

You should be sure that you brush your teeth for five minutes or more Any less time and you are not reaching all the places in your mouth You need to be aware that all toothpastes and mouthwashes are not created equal too

There you have it, 4 most common bad breath cause that you should aware of If you can avoid doing the above causes, then you should have no problem in getting a wonderful and fresh breath

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Source: Need Search - http://needssearch.com/2009/03/4-most-common-bad-breath-cause-that-you-may-not-aware-of/

4 Most Common Bad Breath Cause That You May Not Aware Of

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How to Kill The Bacteria That Can Cause Bad Breath (Halitosis)

How to Kill The Bacteria That Can Cause Bad Breath (Halitosis)

Bad breath can strike anyone and while you may be vigorously brushing your teeth to keep it at bay you should not forget your tongue.

Brushing and flossing your teeth is important, but don't forget to gently brush your tongue to get rid of even more bacteria.

Your tongue has been compared to a shaggy carpet -- there are millions of filaments on it that trap tiny food particles and bacteria.

Get in the habit of regularly cleaning your tongue using a toothbrush, the edge of a spoon, or a tongue cleaner.

If you have any mouth guards or oral devices, make sure to clean them thoroughly before putting them back in your mouth.

Mouthwash is also useful but it's only a temporary fix.

Mouthwash containing antibacterial ingredients such as chlorhexidine and cetylpyridinium do the job of getting rid of bad breath better than a placebo, according to one study.

This is probably due to decreasing the amount of bacteria in the mouth responsible for bad breath.

Look out for mouthwash with chlorine dioxide and zinc.

Saliva is your best weapon against bad breath, that's why dry mouth, often caused by certain medications or medical conditions, causes the problem.

Saliva production slows while you sleep and that is where chewing gum comes is useful as it will stimulate saliva, which mechanically washes away the bacteria that cause bad breath.

While anything that makes you salivate will improve your breath, a gum that is sweetened with xylitol is your best option.

On rare occasions bad breath can signal a larger problem, including infection, and even kidney or liver failure. Therefore if your dentist does not find a cause see your GP.

The problem could be linked to a high protein, low carbohydrate diet, so add a few carbs to your daily diet.


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Source: Irish Independent - http://www.independent.ie/health/diet-fitness/how-to-kill-the-bacteria-that-can-cause-bad-breath-1674010.html
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Mind Your Breath (Halitosis)

Mind Your Breath (Halitosis) By Lim Wey Wen

BAD breath, or halitosis, is a common problem but the reluctance to say anything about it is universal.

"It is different when somebody comes in without having a shower. You would say: "Go have a shower, you smell. But no one is prepared to come out and talk about bad breath," says Australian dentist and halitosis expert Dr Geoffrey Speiser, who was in Malaysia recently to launch one of Malaysia's first bad breath clinics in Kota Kinabalu.


The reluctance may be due to the link between bad breath and poor oral hygiene.

"Once you tell someone that 'you don't clean or you don't floss correctly', this very defensive mechanism comes forward and they will say 'no, I clean, I floss and I'm doing the right thing.' The last thing people want is to appear unhygienic," he adds.

But comments about bad breath, although embarrassing at times, can serve as a wake-up call for many. Because once they realise their problem, they can seek help from professionals.

Therefore, if you are one of the 25 per cent estimated to have chronic bad breath, knowing that you have a problem is the first step you can take to overcome it.

Finding the cause of bad breath

"Bad breath is not untreatable but there is a general lack of education about it," says Dr Speiser. In fact, bad breath can also be caused by factors that have little to do with how you clean your mouth, he adds.

Anything that promotes bacterial growth and the accumulation of protein in the mouth can cause bad breath. "Bad breath" bacteria in the mouth break down proteins and release volatile sulphur compounds - gases like methyl mercaptan, hydrogen sulphide and dimethyl sulphide - that smell like faeces, rotten eggs and gasoline, respectively.

Medical conditions like chronic nasal problems, gum diseases, and dry mouth can cause bad breath.

So can other lifestyle habits like drinking alcohol, eating dairy products, smoking, taking coffee or consuming certain medications that affect the production of saliva.

But until recently, dentists dealing with bad breath could not tell the difference.

With a diagnostic machine that detects the three gases that contribute to bad breath, Dr Speiser can now identify the cause of bad breath by evaluating the levels of those gases.

In the past patients go through the same treatment, but now we are able to focus on treating the problems that cause their bad breath, Dr Speiser says.

So, if his client's problem comes from poor oral hygiene, he will teach them the proper way to clean their mouth. If the problem stems from nasal problems, a referral to an ear, nose and throat specialist may be needed.

Unfortunately, in most chronic cases of bad breath, toothpaste and mouthwash only offer temporary relief. Ongoing treatment and counselling is needed, Dr Speiser explains.

"You need to go to someone that could counsel you and offer a full treatment and service - from start to finish - mainly because bad breath is often a lifestyle problem. You can't say 'take these, everything will be fine tomorrow and you can get back to your normal life.'"

For those with bad breath, Dr Speiser suggests the following regime. First, use a mouthwash (preferably alkaline and non-alcohol) to remove the biofilm (the coating in your mouth that contains bacteria and protein). Then, manually clean your teeth, tongue and gums with toothbrush, toothpaste and a tongue cleaner.

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Source: Asiaone Health - http://health.asiaone.com/Health/Wellness%2B%2540%2BWork/Story/A1Story20090319-129582.html

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Sex Up Your Love Life - Avoid Bad Breath

Is your partner not his or her usual self in bed? There could be times when you feel that your partner isn’t comfortable with you in bed.

And while your partner might not be willing to confront you with the issue, his body language can say a lot. If you can take these hints and act upon them, you might save your partner the embarrassment of bringing the topic up later or when you’re in the middle of a nookie. So, read on to find out what might be keeping your partner from being at ease in bed.

Your partner won’t look at you:
If your lover lets you get cosy but won’t even look up at you, something is definitely up and not in a good way. If everytime you lean in to kiss, he turns away or doesn’t open his eyes, there is definitely a problem.

Possible Reasons:
If he won’t let your mouth get anywhere near his, you might have bad breath or he might have bad breath; or if you went down on him, he might find it “distasteful” to kiss afterwards.

Fix it:
The next time you’re having sex, pull out and make your way to his face; in a movie-romance way, gently hold his head in your hands and kiss. If you feel like he still wants to pull away, let him, and then ask what the deal is. The only way to figure out why your lover is reacting that way is by asking him directly.

Your lover’s expressions are stoic:
If you’re giving everything to it but you find your lover is staring into space, something is indeed wrong.

Possible reasons:
It’s possible that your lover doesn’t like sex much. It’s also possible that he might want to be engaged in some other sex act but is afraid to tell you about it. Maybe, your lover’s upset over something and sex is the last thing he wants to do at this point of time.

Fix it:
Put your lover on top and tell him you want to watch him enjoy. Or, when you’re not having sex, ask him what it is all about. Maybe indulging in gentle foreplay and switching to cuddling will help him open up.

Your lover doesn’t move:
You do everything possible to please your lover but he just lies there like a corpse. Possible reasons: He may not like sex. Or he may not like having it with you.

Fix it:
Ask your lover if he feels desired by your actions; if he says he does, then tell him you would like to feel that way too. If you’re too shy to communicate verbally about this ordeal, then tell him that you’d like to role-play and switch positions. Let him be you and you be him. His body language will almost certainly change.


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Source: The Times of India - http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/4340131.cms
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How to Prevent Bad Breath

Have you ever wondered why your breath smells as if something is dying inside your mouth? This is because you are suffering from the most common ailment seen in people of all ages, known as bad breath or Halitosis. It is very important to get rid of this condition, as it can adversely affect your likelihood of enjoying a healthy social life. People would not like to be in company of someone who smells like onion, garlic, or even worse. You need to take care of your eating habits and have a proper oral hygiene as well, to avoid bad breath.

Preventing Bad Breath

* The first and foremost thing to do, after you wake up every morning, is to brush your teeth and scrape your tongue. Scraping the tongue becomes vital, because an incredible amount of the foul-smelling bacteria is accumulated on its surface. Repeat the process before going to bed as well, so that the bacteria do not get accumulated in your mouth overnight.

* Rinse your mouth thoroughly with water every time after brushing your teeth. Never ever skip this step.

* In order to complete the teeth cleaning process, in the morning as well as night, it is better to avoid drinking or eating anything else, other than fresh water, within 30 minutes of brushing and flossing.

* Avoid eating pungent foods, such as onion, garlic, meat, fish, eggs and sugary items. They often become a reason for the sudden onset of bad breath. Even if you eat such food items, make sure that you rinse your mouth thoroughly with water, after consuming them. You can cut short the use of garlic and onion by adding them into your meal only in moderation.

* Fresh cut fruits and vegetables, such as apple, cucumber and carrot, are the best bet to prevent bad breath. They help a great deal in improving your breath. Green leafy vegetables are also good for maintaining good oral hygiene.

* Be it smelly food or fresh cut vegetables, fruits or drinks; never ever fail to rinse your mouth thoroughly with water after you finish eating. This healthy practice should never be given up, as it helps combat the build up of the foul smell producing bacteria in your mouth.

* Instead of gums and other breath fresheners, consider chewing parsley, fresh peppermint or spearmint. These will detoxify your mouth, clear the odor and help maintain fresh breath. Moreover, the chewing act helps prevent dry mouth.

* Drink plenty of fresh water throughout the day, to keep your body hydrated. This will ensure that the cleaning process is carried out smoothly.

* Visit your dentist for regular dental checkup. Oral diseases, such as those affecting the gum, can also be a reason for the onset of bad breath. Get them diagnosed and treated as son as possible.

* No amount of mint or tobacco can mask a smoker’s breath, which is extremely bad and quiet repulsive as well. Hence, avoid smoking regularly or, still better, quit the habit altogether.


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Source: Kerala Online - http://keralaonline.com/women/prevent-bad-breath-2_27547.html

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April Fool's: Cell Phone Bad Breath Tester

TORONTO, April 1 (UPI) -- Among the April Fool's pranks corporations tried to foist on the news media Wednesday was a claim by a cellular phone company it could check for bad breath.

In a release from Toronto, Virgin Mobile Canada said it had developed a "Stink-a-lyzer" service where users could dial a number, breathe into the phone, and have their halitosis factor measured.

"The detection system then kicks into gear and lets you know your breath status on five levels ranging from 'Shut Your Mouth Right Now' to 'Breath On Me, You Sexy Piece',"

In the gag release, Nathan Rosenberg, Virgin Mobile Canada's chief marketing officer, was quoted as saying the system was past due.

"Though I personally have never had bad breath, I've unfortunately had to endure being around others who did and I imagine it must be quite traumatic," Rosenberg was quoted as saying. "We tested the Stink-a-lyzer here at Virgin Mobile, in my own department. Nobody really smelled badly before, but thanks to the Stink-a-lyzer the number of people making sure their breath was clean and minty before entering my social bubble went through the roof."

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Source: United Press International.com - http://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2009/04/01/April_Fools_Cell_phone_breath_tester/UPI-23571238597684/

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