10 Surprising Causes of Bad Breath Beyond Poor Oral Hygiene
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This article from WebMD explores 10 surprising causes of bad breath (halitosis) beyond poor oral hygiene. It explains that alcohol consumption can dry out the mouth, encouraging odor-causing bacteria. The article also covers other triggers like tongue bacteria, caffeine, spicy foods, and smoking. It provides medical context for why these everyday habits and conditions lead to bad breath, with each slide dedicated to a different cause.
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· 3 pulledEven though it's a liquid, alcohol can actually dry out your mouth, which encourages the bacteria that cause halitosis, the medical term for bad breath.
Drinks with caffeine, spicy foods, and cigarettes can, too.
A dry mouth from not making as much saliva while you sleep also explains 'morning breath.'
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