There was a day called the âinternet blackout,â when various sites like Wikipedia swapped the home page for a static page explaining what could happen if net neutrality was eliminated. We will likely see that happen again soon if fears over Ajit Paiâs actions come true.
1 In fact, the sugar in most breath mints actually causes the bad breath bacteria to become super active and create even more offensive, sulfur compounds. 2  The strong, mint or fruit flavorings only mask your bad breath. 3  They donât do anything to combat the bacteria that are causing your bad breath.
But studies show that about 80% of bad breath comes from an oral source. For instance, cavities or gum disease can lead to bad breath, as can tonsils that have trapped food particles; cracked fillings, and less-than-clean dentures. Several internal medical conditions also can cause your breath to go downhill fast. They include diabetes, liver disease, respiratory tract infections, and chronic bronchitis. You'll want to see your doctor to rule out things like acid reflux, postnasal drip, and other causes of chronic dry mouth (xerostomia).