With more than 90 million people suffering from chronic bad breath (also called halitosis), that's a lot of wilted flowers. If you (or someone you regularly smooch) has an attack of bad breath that even Altoids won't fix. Bad breath can be an occasional annoyance resulting from dry mouth, dietary habits, illness or lack of proper oral hygiene. Or it can be a long-term sign of deeper systemic issues. Also, bad breath could be a side effect of medication or a symptom of a condition. try these simple tips to fix the problem.

1. In the same way that alcohol is extremely noticeable on the breath of someone drunk, strong tasting food can also find its way onto the breath of someone who has consumed it. The noxious smelling chemicals find their way into your blood, which releases it into the air once the blood reaches your lungs, giving you garlic, onion, liver ,or whatever breath.

2. If you're wondering why your breath stinks in the morning, it's largely because saliva production slows while you sleep, allowing particles and odor to linger longer. That's where sugarless gum comes in handy, as chewing it will stimulate saliva production. Mints, on the other hand, don't usually stimulate saliva production and only temporarily mask bad odor.

3. Another strategy to try is replacing the hydrogen peroxide rinse with a rinse of salt water, or a rinse containing baking soda and water. You could also do multiple rinses, one after the other, or alternate and do one type of rinse in the morning and one at night, depending on what you find works best for you. While I prefer the hydrogen peroxide rinse because there is no preparation involved, both the salt water rinse and baking soda and water rinse produce surprising cleansing effects in the mouth and tend to clear up the sinuses too.

4. Bad breath often strikes when people aren't properly taking care of their oral health. The odor is usually caused by decaying food particles and bacteria in your mouth. That's why brushing and flossing your teeth is so important, but don't forget to gently brush your tongue to get rid of even more bacteria.

5. If you would like to freshen your breath try preparing your own breath freshening mouthwash. A rinse consisting of a few drops of peppermint oil in a glass of water will do the trick nicely just don’t count on it to kill bacteria. Also just use it as a rinse and do not swallow.

6. eating a healthy diet rich in natural, unprocessed foods full of vitamins, minerals and key nutrients, while eliminating processed foods and those containing chemicals, artificial colors and flavors, etc.

7. Did you ever wonder why parsley and mint are often used as a garnish when dining out? Just like the Greeks, remember the Romans. Chewing on parsley helps fight bad breath. The reason is the high content of chlorophyll. Chlorophyll very quickly changes carbon dioxide into oxygen in the body. This prepares the digestive tract to prevent gases and toxins from backing up and by lubricating the tract and various valves. This is one of the best bad breath cure.

8. Detoxifying the body. Apple Cider Vinegar is a good system detoxifier and can be consumed daily. You can also try a colon or liver cleanse to eliminate toxins from the system which are likely contributing to any unpleasant odors coming from the body.

9. Boil a mixture of myrrh resin, sage leaves and lavender flowers in a small amount of water. Gargle three times a day as a bad breath remedy. Aloe vera will cleanse the colon and prevent toxins that could possibly back up in the digestive tract.