How Does Your Breath Smell?

Can't stand the sting of mouthwash, but want sweeter breath? Set down the Scope, and pick up a pinch of one of these herbs instead: parsley, basil, or cilantro (we swear we're not trying to make this the "Spice Issue" of Quadrants).

Here's the deal though, they all contain the green plant pigment chlorophyll, which is a powerful breath freshener, James Duke - a Ph.D. and botanist - writes in his book, "The Green Pharmacy Herbal Handbook."

If you're afraid of trading in bad breath for green flecks stuck in your teeth, there are other options (and, yes, some are still leafy). In addition to parsley, basil, and cilantro, Duke recommends these easy-to-find breath fresheners:

Dill: It's also rich in chlorophyll. Chew the seeds, or make dill tea by adding the leaves or mashed seeds to boiling water.

Cardamom: It contains cineole, a potent antiseptic that kills bad-breath bacteria. You can chew the seeds and then spit them out.

Anise: The seeds of this licorice-flavored herb have been used for thousands of years to freshen breath. Boil the seeds in a cup of water. Strain, and then drink or use as a mouthwash.

Peppermint tea: A strong antiseptic, fights halitosis.

Discover how I cured my nasty Bad Breath here.


Source - Quad City Times - Davenport, IA, USA


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