Fantastic Foodie Friday~ Natural Bad Breath Fixes

           Mints & mouthwash aren’t the only way to freshen up.                  
The truth is, they only mask the problem. 

I found that Dr. Oz has a host of natural bad-breath fighters that will help you smile big.  

I know that you may be wondering why I am using this as a Fantastic Foodie Friday Blog entry.

 I think that with all we eat, we need to know that their is an arsenal of natural things we can do 

to combat the bad breath that comes with some of the food we love to eat.  

I hope that you will find this helpful and informative.

Bon Appitite!

Cinnamon Gum

Cinnamon gum contains cinnamic aldehyde, a plant essential oil used for flavoring. This oil doesn’t just cover up bad breath, it actually reduces the amount of bacteria in your saliva by 50%.

Fish Oil Supplement

It may seem counterintuitive, but the omega-3s in fish oil are proven to reduce inflammation and bacteria in the mouth that cause bad breath. Either take a fish oil supplement or incorporate more fish into your diet to experience these benefits. Click here to quiz yourself on additional benefits of fish.

Magnolia Bark Extract

This natural ingredient contains the compounds magnolol and honokiol, which have potent antibacterial properties. This extract has been shown to kill most oral bacteria that cause bad breath within 30 minutes. It’s often found in mints and toothpaste.

Celery

Celery is good at fighting bad breath because it’s full of fiber. Fiber-rich foods help produce saliva, which helps to wash away plaque build-up, a cause of halitosis. Carrots and apples are other good, fiber-rich snack options.

Vitamin C

Vitamin C can help prevent gum disease and gingivitis – major causes of bad breath. By eating foods rich in vitamin C, you also create an inhospitable environment for bacteria growth. Chow down on citrus fruits like oranges, or grab some berries and melons to get your daily dose of vitamin C.

Black Tea

Black tea helps keep your breath smelling sweet because it is full of polyphenols, powerful antioxidants that stop plaque from clinging to your teeth. Plaque build-up leads to bad breath, among another dental problems. Studies have also found polyphenols inhibit the growth of bacteria in the mouth, thus minimizing the foul-smelling compounds that those bacteria produce.