Take Your Breath Away

Every wonder if you are offending others when you speak? I'm not talking about putting your foot in your mouth, I am talking about halitosis. It may be acceptable for Fido to offend others with his panting aroma, but we expect more from our human friends. An easy and natural way to eliminate bad breath, is to make your own concoction with which to swish your mouth. The key is to use natural essential oils that kill the odor causing bacteria. Some of the oils that can be used for killing bacteria are cinnamon, clove, rosemary, tea tree and lavender.

Annie Berthhold-Bond suggests a couple of homemade recipies for a natural and refreshing wash for the mouth:

Grapefruit Seed Wash

1/2 cup of water

25 drops of grapefruit seed extract

15 to 20 drops of essential oils (peppermint, clove, cinnamon)

Combine the ingredients and swish in your mouth. Spit out. Do not swallow. Grapefruit seed extract is an antibacterial and will help eliminate the bad breath.

Another suggestion:

1 cup of water

10-20 drops of essential oil (cinnamon or clove)

Combine, swish and spit. Do not swallow.

Chewing on cardamom seeds, cinnamon sticks or clove buds will also take care of the offending odor. Remember that essential oils are strong, so use with caution. Keep away from eyes and sensitive areas. If possible, choose organic essential oils, its good for you and the environment.

Here's to your health and fresh breath!

ClearSkies

Source: Better Basics for the Home by Annie Berthold-Bond

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