Before the launch of first mouth-wash in market, people were using herbal remedies for bad breath. Several herbs possess the strong flavor that helps in removing the bad odor from the mouth. Among these types of herb some are the host of antiseptic traits that even fight with bacteria responsible for producing bad smell in the mouth. The previous mouthwashes were prepared from these herbal supplements only.

Some of the herbs found in nature for controlling bad breath are eucalyptol, thymol, menthol, and methyl salicytate. Some of these herbs even possess the antiseptic properties. Therefore, these herbs are used in herbal medicines for controlling bad breath. Listerine, a mouth wash in which herbs are generally used.

Another effective herbal remedy for bad breath is chlorophyll. Clorets are manufactured using cholorophyl only. It is also a good odor absorbent. Many green vegetables, parsley and green algae come under herbal remedies for bad breath.

Listerine and clorets are the herbal cures that have been turned into commercial products these days. But, still various people believe in home remedies for getting rid of the bad breath. Peppermint, fresh pasley, clovesm, cardamom, coriander, anise are the names of some safe and effective functional foods that help in controlling bad breath.

Some of the other effective home remedies used, to say no to bad breath are:

- Fenugreek seeds tea is very beneficial in controlling bad breath.
- Rinsing of mouth by adding the juice of half a lemon before sleeping may cure the problem of bad breath.
- Drink at least 10-12 glasses of water regularly. This will also be beneficial in keeping your breath fresh.
- Not only brush your teeth but also brush your tongue after taking meal.

And still if the problem continues then don't forget to consult your doctor.