bad breath

Has anyone had a problem with bad breath? I brush my teeth 5-6 times a day and I still have bad breath. I never had a problem with this before surgery. Does anyone know if this is surgery related?? Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks!!

It is surgery related, it means you are in Ketosis and burning fat for fuel!!! Its a good thing. Merry Christmas Wendy

Hi Sabrina, This is very common.... I did a little research on how to help control ketosis and here are a few ideas that I found.. They seem to be working and it's not too bad... I didnt want to offend anyone with the bad breath.. Hope it helps... Good luck... Brush your teeth with a paste of bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) and water to keep your breath fresh. This will neutralize the acids in which the bacteria that cause bad breath and tooth decay thrive. Using an antiseptic mouthwash will also help. Chew fresh parsley after eating a meal.. It contains an antiseptic that kills bacteria in the mouth. It's effective against garlic and onions too, as are mint leaves. Chewing dill seeds after a meal will also freshen your breath. IT works just as well as parsley and some say it tastes better.. Dental floss will dislodge decaying food particles that become stuck between the teeth. These decaying food particles are a home to all sorts of bacteria that can harm your gums and cause nasty smells and tastes in your mouth. Leslie

Thank you for the advice... I really appreciate it!! Merry Christmas to you all!!! Sabrina