Halitosis is the medical term most used to describe bad breath. The condition makes possible the production of a type of bacteria that lives in your mouth, and this bacteria is what generates the odor you and others smell. Usually, you can do a scraping at the back section of your tongue with a clean plastic knife to see if it is the condition you are suffering. If the scraping smells foul, then you have the problem.

Halitosis is caused by various conditions. Amazingly, one of the most common causes is the excessive use of alcohol-based mouthwash, such as Listerine. So, if you use this product, it’s probably best to stop using it, or at least, don’t use it before you turn in for the night, as the alcohol dries out the inside of your mouth and promotes the growth of the very bacteria you are trying to eliminate. The best thing to do is to brush your teeth well. Also brush your gums and your tongue. Avoid using any type of mouthwash, as most are alcohol-based, and you really want to stay away from them.

Here is an excellent method you can try that will help improve your breath and possibly eliminate it altogether. Give it some time, and you should see good results.

First things first. Purchase a new toothbrush. It should have soft bristles, not the medium or hard kind. The store brand is fine. You don’t need anything name brand. Brush your teeth morning and night. If possible, also brush midday, but I know that this is not possible or practical for many of us. Spend at a minimum 5 minutes brushing your teeth, your gums, and your tongue. Brush softly, but completely. Try not to miss any areas and try not to cause any bleeding. You can use just about any toothpaste, but I recommend using simple baking soda. Just put some on your toothbrush and go for it.

Store your toothbrush in a glass of vodka. Vodka is a neutral spirit and is excellent for eliminating just about any germ known to man. You can buy cheap vodka at the store, but make sure it hasn’t been watered down. Any 80-proof brand will do. Fill a glass to the half way mark and store your toothbrush bristles down in the glass. Make sure it’s a real glass and not plastic, as plastic loves to attract all sorts of germs. Wash the glass thoroughly each week and replace with fresh vodka. Replace your toothbrush every 3 months. They’re cheap and well worth replacing.

Gargle after brushing. Don’t use a typical mouthwash. Instead, use hydrogen peroxide. You don’t need much. Just a capful in a quarter cup of water will do. Gargle, rinse, spit out, and repeat two more times. Do not swallow the hydrogen peroxide. This amount is not really dangerous, but it still should not be swallowed.

You probably don’t floss. Most of us don’t. But if at all possible, it would be a good idea to start. Floss in the evening. This will eliminate food particles that can linger in your mouth and promote the growth of bacteria. Don’t give them the chance.

Make sure you drink plenty of water during the day. This will not only hydrate you but will also assist to clean your mouth of anything that might be building up in there. Six to eight glasses each day should be sufficient.

If you eat foods that contain refined sugar, you should see if you can get rid of them from your diet. If not, at least see if you can limit them. Did you know that cavities were almost unheard of before we introduced refined sugar into our diets? It’s that terrible. This includes sodas, ice cream, sugary cereal, and just about anything else sweet you can buy at the supermarket. I know it’s not practical to eliminate it all, so do the best job you can. The best bet is to try to stay away from eating anything after you’ve done your night time brushing.

These suggestions will start you on your way to better breath and general all-around health.

For additional information, please refer to How To Get Rid of Bad Breath

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