The notion of breath has several uses. The first meaning mentioned by the Royal Spanish Academy (RAE) in its dictionary refers to the air that is exhaled. For example: “I ran so much that I was out of breath” , “What did you eat? You have bad breath ” , “ The French runner managed to complete the marathon on his last breath ” .
In general, the breath refers specifically to the air that comes out of the mouth. When this air has an unpleasant odor, it is called bad breath. The disorder, also called halitosis, is often linked to poor oral hygiene, although it can also be caused by a variety of diseases.
Tips to avoid bad breath
Consuming foods with strong odors, ingesting alcoholic beverages (wine, beer, etc.), and smoking are other factors that can cause a person to have bad breath. That is why it is important to follow a series of tips to avoid this unpleasant and uncomfortable disorder, especially in environments such as the office or the university:
* Avoid foods such as onion, coffee, garlic, cheese, sweets and highly seasoned sausages. It is not a question of never consuming them, but of doing it in a spaced way and, above all, away from the moments of greatest social exposure;
* Carry a toothbrush everywhere so we can use it after every meal, wherever we are. This recommendation is one of the most important, and applies to all people, regardless of breath problems, since it represents an essential hygiene practice for the health of the mouth in general;
* the secretion of saliva is very necessary to fight bacteria related to bad breath, and to promote this process it is important to drink plenty of water;
* For those who dare to make the decision to avoid products of animal origin, vegetarianism is a solution to most digestive problems, including bad breath;
* chewing sugar-free gum, which promotes salivation and is also good for removing food debris when the toothbrush is not within reach;
* try not to eat very fibrous or slightly moist foods, and replace them with uncooked vegetable salads;
* do not go long periods of time without eating any food. If we want to take care of the figure, we can always resort to a fruit, such as an apple, or a vegetable, such as a carrot, to calm anxiety and promote salivation.
Home remedies for halitosis
* use a toothpaste that has chlorophyll among its ingredients;* consume peppermint candies;
* before breakfast, eat a yellow peach;
* When bad breath arises from an inflammation of the gums, it is recommended to rinse the mouth with a mixture of red sage (two tablespoons) and water (half a liter), which should be boiled, allowed to stand for 20 minutes and strain before use;
* Mix sprigs of parsley and cloves in two cups of water, and bring to a boil. Strain and use as a mouthwash a couple of times a day.
Other meanings
The concept of breath, on the other hand, usually refers to energy, drive or courage: "I no longer have the breath to continue fighting" , "The young man took a breath and jumped into the void" , "I admire the breath you have to overcome to problems ” .
Considered as energy or force, breath is something that is tried to transmit or spread through words or gestures. If a young person is nervous about taking a very important test, their parents can encourage them to reassure them. A soccer team, meanwhile, can receive encouragement from supporters through chants and shouts. It is understood that encouragement is a kind of incentive or incentive to redouble efforts.