This is a remedy without any side effects which can be used regularly if you are not traveling. Use a tablespoon of fenugreek seeds and add to a liter of water while it is boiled for drinking. Drink this water frequently every day instead of plain mineral water. The anti inflammatory properties of fenugreek will reduce tonsillitis and inflammation of the lymphatic system. Within a few days of taking fenugreek water, your bad breath would be reduced considerably.

Sometimes bad breath is the result of particles of food that is trapped in the intestine without digestion. To prevent food decay in the colon and to encourage the smooth removal of food through the intestine, avocados are a good option. Avocados are rich in fatty acids. When you eat avocados, the intestine will be coated with a fatty layer so that the food can easily slide through without sticking on the walls. Use avocados whenever your bad breath aggravates.

It is a common occurrence that food gets trapped in between the teeth and cavities, causing decay and resultant bad breath. The trapped food particles in between the teeth can be removed by chewing crunchy guavas after food. Guavas will also remove bacteria as they are very acidic in nature, leaving a fresh and fruity smell in your mouth.

Apples too are very acidic and crunchy and can scrape off the food particles from the teeth. For a quick remedy for your bad breath and plaque, eat an apple after every meal. Apples also have antibacterial qualities that can discourage germs.

Bacterial action in the oral cavity and stomach can be completely removed by chewing a few basil leaves after every meal and whenever you deem necessary. A tea prepared from basil leaves too can have the same effect on the bacteria that is causing the bad breath. Eat a handful of basil leaves and boil along with a cup of water. Drink slowly after swishing it in your mouth to leave a lingering freshness in your mouth.

Fungal and bacterial growth inside the mouth can be treated by henna treatment of the mouth. After meals, chew henna leaves for 3-4 minutes. The juice must be spitted out to prevent staining of the mouth and teeth. Rest assured that you will be entirely satisfied with the results. Repeat whenever necessary.

Another refreshing leaf with great refreshing qualities, mint can leave a cool and fresh flavor in your mouth. Chew mint leaves after every meal to slow down bacterial and fungal action and to calm an irritated stomach due to indigestion. Mint mouthwashes or mouth fresheners are available which can be used while you are traveling in order to keep away from bad breath.

Baking soda has antiseptic as well as antibacterial properties and can cure bacterial infections in the mouth and mouth sores that too can cause bad breath. Baking soda can be used instead of toothpaste for brushing your teeth. Use half a teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water for swishing your mouth after every meal. This will prevent oxygenation of food in the mouth that can cause bad breath.

Carrots are fibrous and crunchy and clean the food particles trapped in between the teeth. They also encourage the production of saliva as well, which helps people who suffer from bad breath due to dry mouth.