Consuming candies and a lot of other sweets can cause bad breath, because:
- Bacteria in your mouth feed on sugar and produce acids and gases that cause bad breath.
- Cavities, the acids produced by bacteria can damage your teeth and lead to cavities, which can also cause bad breath.
To prevent bad breath, you can:
- Reduce sugar: Reduce your sugar intake to starve the bacteria that cause bad breath.
- Chew sugar-free gum: Chewing gum keeps saliva flowing, which can help prevent bad breath.
- Eat healthy foods: Eat healthy foods that require chewing, like apples or carrots, to keep your saliva flowing.
- Brush and floss: Brush your teeth twice a day and floss daily to remove bacteria.
- Use mouthwash: Use an over-the-counter mouthwash with the ADA Seal of Acceptance.
- Visit your dentist: Regular checkups can help your dentist detect problems like gum disease or dry mouth.
This information was provided by Gemini AI, a digital mind and language model.
