Worried about bad breath

[mis_fit 14]

So for the first time in my life, I find myself chatting it up less. I am so skeptical that because I am not getting all the nutrients necessary to keep it fresh or by the least neutral.

I am afraid to constantly use my mouth wash as often because I often end up swallowing some and I'm not trying to harm my brand new stomach.

Any advice? I get so upset at people when they do not take care of their hygiene and certainly do not want to become a hypocrite.

[LipstickLady 25,682]

Listerine breath strips.

[T'snewstart 251]

I used tic tac's ..... they worked wonders....

[gmanbat 5,889]

http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/lowcarbliving/a/Is-Your-Low-Carb-Diet-Giving-You-Bad-Breath.htm

Ketosis can give you bad breath. I have fasted often in the past and know this to be true. It seems you are early on. When you get into a bigger variety of foods in future phases it should alleviate the problem.

[nervousnellie 50]

I don't have advice, but wanted to let you know that I have had the same worries! Since starting the pre-op liquid diet, I have an awful taste in my mouth all the time. I am so scared I have bad breath! I just use breath mints and brush my teeth a lot! Good Luck!

[confidence 46]

Does everyone who had the surgery gets bad breath?

[MrsG 329]

Does everyone who had the surgery gets bad breath?

No, not everyone. I did but there are others on here who said they never did.

[rachel marie 42]

I think it comes with the territory. I believe it has a lot to do with ketosis and acid reflux. It's horrible. I brush up to 5 times a day, rinse with mouth wash and constantly am chewing gum. My mouth always tastes horrible. Plus the acid is eating the enamel off my teeth.

[srs82781 83]

I've learned mints and mouth spray will become one of my best friends during this process! I always have something in my pocket or purse, never leave home without it! Lol

[mis_fit 14]

Thanks guys, I spoke to my nurse today and she said-drink a lot of water...,says it neutralizes it. Lets see. So uncomfortable.