Here are some tips for getting rid of garlic breath.
You may love to eat garlic bread, or use garlic as a seasoning on almost everything you eat. However, it’s impossible to ignore that garlic has a strong effect on your breath, and it’s not always pleasant. Here are some tips for getting rid of garlic breath.
Chew Some Gum
One quick fix is to chew some gum. Not only will the gum freshen your breath, but it can also help your teeth get whiter, too. It won’t last for too long, but sugar-free chewing gum (and breath mints) can give you a quick boost and help you feel less self-conscious about your garlic breath. Plus, chewing the gum will help activate saliva production, which can get help get rid of any bits of food in your teeth that have garlic on them.
Use Some Mouthwash
Carrying a small bottle of mouthwash while you’re on the go is a great idea. You get all the benefits of using mouthwash, and you won’t have to wait until you get home to do it. If you love to eat garlic, then you should choose a mint-flavored mouthwash. After all, feeling minty-fresh is way better than walking around with garlic breath.
Brush Your Teeth
Another suggestion is to stop and brush your teeth. However, that can be easier said than done. Keep a travel-sized tube of toothpaste and an extra toothbrush on your desk – or in a cabinet so no one can see them. After eating something with garlic, go stop by the bathroom and brush your teeth – no more garlic breath!
Chew Some Parsley
Here’s a solution you might not expect: chewing some parsley. Parsley has a fresh scent that you can use to your advantage and cover up that garlicky smell. Even if you’re not a fan of parsley, you still have some other options, such as drinking some milk, eating some celery, or eating some broccoli. Just be careful that nothing else sticks in your teeth!
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