By Ada Kohli
Published Aug 07, 2023

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

4 Foods that help tackle bad breath

Bad breath is often caused by a group of anaerobic bacteria, responsible for the foul odour

Here are some foods to include in your diet to tackle bad breath and maintain oral hygiene

Yoghurt

Studies show that consuming yoghurt helps tackle bad breath as it reduces compounds such as hydraulic sulfide that cause strong odor in the mouth

Green tea

Green tea contains antioxidants that help reduce bad breath and inflammation in your mouth and prevent gum diseases

Apples

Crispy fruits such as apples stimulate saliva production which helps wash away odor-causing bacteria and reduces bad breath

Oranges

Vitamin C found in oranges increases saliva production helps fight bacteria that may cause bad breath