Yucky breath!!

[Moisy]

Hi there,

I have never had a problem with bad breath before (as far as I know!) and my husband has pointed out to me a couple of times this week that my breath is really quite strong I am assuming this is the diet-does anyone else have this and if so what do you do? I take it we are not allowed any mints?

Thanks xx

 

[shortie74]

Hi. The bad breath is due to you being in ketosis and these ketones are eliminated in your urine and in your breath (I think - I may be wrong). I always have a wee bottle of mouthwash with me and I also have a pact with a receptionist at work (who is also doing the diet) who will let me know if my breath is bad (and I do back). I remember reading somewhere that we are not allowed mints Im afraid.

 

[smidge87]

Yup! I've got a travel toothbrush in my bag lol

 

[Moisy]

Okay, thanks you two-like those ideas and an easy solution, will do both I think! xx

 

[ChellyWellyBoot]

A few girls use breath strips, but I can't for the life of me remember the brand name... But I know your allowed them!

 

[Alia]

A few girls use breath strips, but I can't for the life of me remember the brand name... But I know your allowed them!

Lysterine strips

 

[BijouHope]

What I find distressing about the bad breath effect is that you get used to it yourself, so you think it has gone away. (Well, I thought so, anyway.) Only to be rudely reminded by someone else that it is still there! Mortified...

 

[smidge87]

Lol omg you're right! I'd never thought about it but I don't taste it anymore but I have no idea if my breath still smells bad!! Eek!

 

[Moisy]

Thanks everyone! I have also asked a friend at work to let me know when it is bad, and not to feel bad about doing it!! xx

 

[ECombat]

I suggest that you bring a travel toothbrush and tooth paste with you and tongue cleaner. It all helps!

 

[exante loser]

Are we allowed the Gold Spot Spray?
Or a 10 second chew on a bit of gum?

 

[smidge87]

I've never heard of gold spot spray... What is it?

Don't think exante recommend as chewing gum makes your stomach think food is on the way!

 

[exante loser]

Gold Spot is a fresh breath spray
I used it when I was On Cambridge a few years ago....just googled it and they have some on Ebay

 

[Venus_in_furs]

My breath seemed smellier a couple of days ago on day 3 and now on day 5 It doesn't seem that bad- the funny taste has lessened. I haven't eaten anything bad to stop ketosis- is this normal? I am worried!

 

[Moisy]

My husband says that the bad breath isn't there all the time, just now and again, so I wouldn't worry Venus xx

 

[Venus_in_furs]

Thanks moisy, that is reassuring to know! I hate having breath like a bog monster!