How long does it last?

[ShinyLady 37]

So last night I was snuggling up to hubby and he turned away slightly...

I asked him what's wrong and he said softly, "Maybe you should brush your teeth." But I just had. I said eagerly, "Do I have bad breath?" He hesitated and then said, "Yes, it's pretty awful but I didn't want to say anything coz I love you."

I said "But that's WONDERFUL news. Sooo exciting!"

He looked at me like I was crazy (maybe I am) I explained that I had been worried that I was doing something wrong because I don't feel lethargic, hungry, no headaches and only mild tummy pains (since horrible tummy pains and nausea on Day 3 - I'm now day 6 Optifast).

He then said it had been "a bit off" the last few days :/ LOL

Does anyone know how long the bad breath lasts?

I know it is a side effect of ketosis which happens due to very reduced carbs, but this would also be the case post-op... for months. Does the bad breath continue or does the body adjust?

Thank you

Edited January 3, 2017 by ShinyLady

[RickM 1,752]

AFAIK, until your diet improves, which can be a little while early on when we can't get much in, and even longer for those who are seriously into the low carb/keto thing.

[SlimBra 151]

don't feel bad, my boyfriend offered me gum and I said "not thanks ".....and he said "really, you should take it"

it's quite embarrassing...and I had wondered who else I had been offending. sorry...it's a sucky side effect

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