Bad Breath And High Protein Foods
Foods that are high in protein can make your bad breath much worse. This is because some high protein foods cause sulphur compounds to grow at a very fast rate. And for you this means an environment in your mouth that is ideal for bacteria to grow and multiply.
There are some foods that contribute more to the production of sulphur compounds than other foods. These foods come under the category of “high protein/amino acid foods. Milk, cheese, and other diary products are at the top of the list when it comes to high protein foods that you should avoid. If you are lactose intolerant you’ll definitely want to stop eating dairy products since these foods will be around longer for bacteria to thrive on.
Fish is very high in protein and should be avoided completely for a time being to see if your bad breath improves. Substitute other protein foods, such as tofu, so that you’re sure to get the amount of protein that you need each day. When it comes to acidic foods you’ll want to avoid coffee until you can determine if your bad breath is caused by the foods that you ingest. Coffee, whether it’s regular or decaf, contains large amounts of acids. It’s these acids that help bacteria to reproduce at a fast rate. Coffee can also leave your mouth with a bitter taste that can contribute to bad breath.