If your partner suffers from bad breath, prepare this morning trick and say goodbye to the smell.

Even careful oral hygiene doesn’t prevent some stubborn bacteria from settling in. Here are the main culprits of halitosis  :

Porphyromonas gingivalis

This bacteria infiltrates under the gums and triggers  inflammation . It thrives in environments that create unpleasant breath.

Treponema denticola

Particularly attracted to  sensitive gums , this species is often implicated in persistent cases of foul breath .

 

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Fusobacterium nucleatum

Very present in  dental plaque , it proliferates in the event of poor oral care.

Don’t panic: there are simple solutions to effectively repel them!

Quick homemade mouthwash for the morning

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Essential ingredients

  • 250 ml of warm water (filtered or boiled)
  • 1 teaspoon of  sodium bicarbonate
  • 3 drops of peppermint essential oil  (or eucalyptus radiata)
  • ½ teaspoon fine unrefined sea salt
  • Optional:  1 teaspoon of  3% hydrogen peroxide  to enhance antibacterial action
  • Optional:  1 teaspoon of  pure aloe vera gel  to soothe gums

Simplified instructions

  1. Pour the warm water into a clean container.
  2. Add the baking soda and salt, then mix until completely dissolved.
  3. Add the essential oils, shaking the bottle if necessary.
  4. Add aloe vera or peroxide if using.
  5. Mix one last time. Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours.

Directions for use

Gargle  a small amount for 30 to 60 seconds, then spit out  . Ideal in the morning on an empty stomach after brushing, or as a complement to  oil pulling .