Garlic and onions are tasty, but eating them comes with a price; bad breath. Of course, you can counter with mint bubblegum or brush your teeth straight away, but sometimes not even this helps.
If you don’t want to stop yourself from enjoying garlic and onions but would like to still be able to talk with people in close proximity, here are some ways to get rid of the resulting bad breath.
Chew on Some Herbs
There are several herbs that can help counter the garlic and onion breath. Chewing on fresh mint leaves or fresh parsley will cleanse your palate and mask the bad smell.
Drink Milk
Drinking milk will reduce the number of chemical compounds in your mouth that cause bad breath. According to some studies, full-fat milk is the most efficient in this regard.
Have a Cup of Green Tea
The reason that you have bad breath when eating onions is their sulfur compounds. Green tea has been proven efficient in breaking down these compounds and has a great temporary effect in removing bad breath.
Eat Fresh Fruit as a Dessert
Instead of having a cake for dessert, give fresh fruit a chance. It isn’t only a healthier option but will also mask the bad breath from garlic and onions. Raw apples have been reported to get the job done most efficiently.
