Homemade Mouthwash With Baking Soda
Sodium bicarbonate, the active ingredient in baking soda, is efficient in controlling bad breath. Research state that sodium bicarbonate reacts quickly against bacteria in the mouth and eliminates them, negating their impact on mouth health. The compound also effectively reduces the plaque fluid’s acidity, which builds in the mouth and causes bad odors.
Making homemade mouthwash with baking soda entails adding two teaspoons of the ingredient to a cup of warm (we emphasize, not boiling hot) water and stir to create a mixture. Once the mixture settles, swish the mouthwash inside the mouth for at least 30 seconds before spitting it out. Repeat as necessary until the mouth feels fresh, and rinse with water to remove any residue.
Although dentists find the mixture effective, they still recommend curing the underlying problem causing halitosis if one wants to go about life without worrying about the smell of their mouths.
