KOMPAS.com – When you wake up in the morning, a person may have bad breath. This bad breath is medically referred to as halitosis, which is chronic bad breath that does not go away in the morning. This is a common condition experienced by many people. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), bad breath in the morning occurs due to the buildup of bacteria in the mouth overnight. Also read: Dry Mouth In addition, there are several other causes, here’s a full explanation. A total of 60% of the profits from the Kompas.com Health article were distributed to residents affected by Covid-19. Share useful Kompas.com Health articles on social media so that more people are helped. — Share this article 1. Food particles At night, enzymes in saliva break down food particles that are left between the teeth, on the tongue, or around the gum line. This breakdown releases volatile sulfur compounds (VSCs), which give off an unpleasant odor. Certain foods a person eats can also affect the smell of their breath. The list of foods that can cause bad breath is very long and includes: garlic onions coffee spices

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