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Home Remedies Index
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Natural Home Remedies for Holitosis (Bad Breath)
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Halitosis refers to foul or bad breath, which is not an
uncommon condition. Unfortunately, most people who
offend in this respect are completely unaware of their
problem.
The most common cause of halitosis is diseased gums.
Dental decay at the roots of the teeth may result in
abscesses in the gums with foul-smelling pus, giving an
objectionable odour to the breath. Even small holes in
the teeth may provide a place where germs can multiply
and release foul odours.
Other causes of halitosis (bad breath) are any conditions
of the nose, throat, respiratory tract, or stomach which
are associated with chronic infection or local upsets of
one sort or another, such as chronic tonsillitis, lung
diseases like chronic bronchitis and bronchiectasis,
chronic gastritis, and sinusitis which causes a discharge
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at the back of the throat Many cases of bad breath, however, are caused by gastro-intestinal disorders,
intestinal sluggishness and particularly by chronic constipation.
Bad Breath Home Remedies with Avocado
Another effective remedy for bad breath is avocado which is far superior to any mouth lotion or remedies for
this condition. It effectively removes intestinal putrefaction or decomposition which is one of the most
important causes of bad breath.
Bad Breath Home Remedies with Raw Juices
All fruit and vegetable juices are beneficial in the treatment of halitosis and should be taken liberally by those
suffering from this disorder. Juices from green vegetables are especially valuable.
Bad Breath Home Remedies using Fenugreek
Among the several home remedies for halitosis, the use of fenugreek has proved most effective. A tea made
from the seeds of this vegetable should be taken regularly for correcting the condition. This tea is prepared by
putting one teaspoon of seeds in half a liter of cold water and allowing it to simmer for fifteen minutes over a
low flame. It should then be strained and used as tea.
Bad Breath Home Remedies with Parsley
Parsley is a valuable cure for bad breath. Two cups of water should be boiled and several sprigs of parsley,
coarsely chopped, should be steeped in this water along with two or three whole cloves or a quarter
teaspoon of ground cloves. This mixture should be stirred occasionally while cooling. It should then be
strained and used as a mouthwash or gargle several times a day.
Bad Breath Home Remedy using Guava
Unripe guava is useful in halitosis. It is rich in tannic, malic, oxalic, and phosphoric acids as well as calcium,
oxalate, and manganese. Chewing it is an excellent tonic for the teeth and gums. It helps cure bleeding from
gums and stops bad breath. Chewing tender leaves of guava tree also stops bleeding from gums and bad
breath.
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