Low-Carb Diet May Sacrifice Fresh Breath


If you are eating a diet that is low in carbohydrates to lose weight, you may have a problem with bad breath. It is estimated that nearly 63% of people on low-carb diets suffer from halitosis. The reason for this rests with the fact that a certain amount of carbohydrates is necessary for the body to effectively burn fat. Without these needed carbs, the body must modify the way it burns fat by producing “ketones,” which are the chemicals that impart a bad odor to breath. If you are a fan of diets such as the South Beach Diet or the Atkins Diet, you may want to brush more often, drink more water, and chew more sugarless gum.

Did you know?
Another effective way to fight halitosis is to scrape the tongue daily, from back to front.

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