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Bad breath or halitosis is caused by various reasons. It is likely caused by bacteria on the surface of the tongue due to poor oral hygiene, stress or mouth infections. On a more severe note, It may be caused by health complications such as diabetes, respiratory tract infection or gastrointestinal infection. The intake of certain protein-based food, beverage or chemical may also induce bad breath. They include cigarette smoke, coffee, garlic, onion and cheese. Bad breath is a problem that plagues many. It indirectly affects a person’s social standing and self esteem. To overcome this problem, some remedies are listed below for your reference. Read the rest of this entry »