Few things are as off-putting as having bad breath. We inwardly cringe or turn away when a friend or co-worker has stinky breath, and identifying an unpleasant odor coming out of one's own mouth ...

In most cases, bad breath comes from the gums and tongue. Some bacteria in your mouth may produce compounds that result in an odor. But most bad breath is the result of poor oral hygiene.

Bad breath happens to everyone from time to time. That's why there are so many gums, mints and mouthwashes advertised to get rid of it fast. Halitosis (the medical term for bad breath) is usually ...