Here are the Signs of Bad Breath and unhealthy bacteria inside

There is quite a lot that can be done about bad breath, and most of the tips to halt halitosis are quite simple. It all starts with looking out for the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs of bad breath:

•          You sleep with your mouth open. According to research, sleeping with your mouth open is a surefire way to dry out your mouth. And a dry mouth will cause halitosis. Often, people who sleep with their mouth open are having trouble breathing through their nose, so addressing any allergy or nasal issues before bed might be a good place to start. You also might find working with a sleep specialist helpful.
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• ·         You smoke or chew tobacco. Both of these bad habits also are guaranteed to give you bad breath. "They decrease the amount of saliva in your mouth. "Saliva contains oxygen, which keeps your mouth healthy and fresh." Here, the answer is obvious: QUIT !
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• ·         You have a white-coated tongue. This is a predictable sign of bad breath. "That white coating is comprised of sulfur compounds that have risen to the tongue's surface and cause bad breath.
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• ·         You have gastric reflux. The churning acid produced by gastric reflux is not only uncomfortable but can also lead to bad breath. "Unfortunately, gastric reflux results in bad breath in a way that's hard to solve. "Ask your doctor about prescribing a medication to get this condition under control."
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• ·         You eat suspect foods. "In the end it's true: You breathe what you eat. "High-protein foods, coffee, onions and garlic, sugar, acidic foods and drinks, and dairy products all result in worse breath because they create an environment for the bad bacteria to grow. It needs to be balanced with fruits, veggies, and alkalinizing good foods."
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•      You take certain prescription or OTC medications. A number of medications can cause dry mouth as a side effect, which in turn can lead to bad breath. In these situations, you can ask your doctor if any alternatives exist to your current medications, prescription or over-the-counter, that might help with the problem.