Many people around the web, on forums, in chat rooms, or at local get togethers with the neighbors sometimes hear someone talking about how herbal remedies and medicines are a crock. They tried such and such remedy themselves and it didn't do a thing for them! Well believe it or not, this does actually happen.

It goes without saying that proper oral hygiene is essential. You need to brush your teeth regularly, and be sure to floss well so you don't have any food rotting between your teeth which will cause a smell. There are many herbal toothpastes and mouthwashes available. Don't feel you have to have a toothpaste with fluoride. In fact, avoid fluoride as it is a toxin. If you'd like to try your hand at making your own toothpaste, here's a recipe that should help your breath as well--

As mentioned previously, halitosis is usually caused by a variety of minor factors such as diet and improper oral hygiene. In the large majority of cases bad breath can be traced to gases produced by bacteria in the mouth. Contributing factors include accumulation of food within pockets around the teeth, at the back of the tongue, or in small pockets in the tonsils. If debris continues to collect in these pockets, the result is gum disease (gingivitus). A good herbal recipe is as follows--