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by Dr. Harold Katz, Founder of The California Breath Clinics
Bad breath is caused by Anaerobic Sulfur Producing
Bacteria which normally live WITHIN the surface of the tongue and in the throat.
These bacteria are supposed to be there, because they assist humans in digestion
by breaking down proteins found in specific foods, mucous or phlegm, blood,
and in diseased or "broken-down" oral tissue. Under certain conditions, these
bacteria start to break down proteins at a very high rate. Proteins are made
up of Amino Acids. Two of the Amino Acids (Cysteine and Methionine) are dense
with sulfur.
When these "beneficial" bacteria come into contact with these compounds, the
odorous and
"lousy-tasting" sulfur compounds are released from the back of the
tongue and throat, as Hydrogen Sulfide, Methyl Mercaptan, and other odorous
and bad tasting compounds. These "problem" compounds are often referred to as
volatile sulfur compounds (VSC), where volatile means Vaporous and Effervescent,
two adjectives which accurately describe their ability to offend other people
instantly.
Because my original degree is in Bacteriology, let
me explain a very important fact about these "bugs". They are not "bad guys"
- they are not infectious. Everyone in the world has the same group of bacteria
in their mouth. You cannot "catch" bad breath from someone else - even by kissing.
Since they are part of our normal oral flora, you cannot permanently remove
them from your mouth - not by tongue scraping, not by antibiotics, and not by
rinses which claim to "lift the bacteria off your tongue". The only scientifically
proven and clinically effective method of halting Halitosis is by attacking
the bacteria's ability to produce VSC and by converting the VSC into non-odorous
and non-tasting organic salts. (I should know, I've personally treated nearly
10,000 people at my California Breath Clinics and I've helped thousands more
through my TheraBreath formulas. Take a look at a small fraction of testimonial
letters to see What Doesn't Work!
Speaking about bacteria, there is one other fact that you must understand about
these bacteria. They are classified as "Anaerobic" - which literally means "Without
Oxygen". They thrive in an environment where Oxygen is NOT present. That is
why they DO NOT LIVE ON THE SURFACE OF YOUR TONGUE! They live in between the
papillae (fibers) that make up your tongue!
These sulfur compounds are actually by-products of anaerobic bacteria (Fusobacterium
and Actinomyces, among others). Everyone needs these bacteria, because they
assist the digestion process. But, unfortunately, for some, as yet undetermined
reason these particular bacteria are found in higher numbers in those anguished
by Bad Breath. (Various theories attribute this to hormonal changes, a history
of medications, usually antibiotics or sulfa drugs-which create an imbalance
of oral bacteria, or even Genetics-these disorders appear to run in some families.)
We do know however, that it seems to be evenly split between men and women.
Conditions under which the problem becomes worse:
Dry Mouth
Although some cases of dry mouth are naturally occurring, most cases are caused
by one of these factors; prescription medications (usually prescribed for high
blood pressure or depression) antihistamines, adult beverages, and mouthwashes
with alcohol in them. (see "Why Regular Products Don't Work")
When your mouth is dryer, you have less Saliva. Saliva naturally contains Oxygen,
which keeps your mouth healthy and fresh. These bacteria are anaerobic, which
simply means that they will thrive and make more sulfur in the presence of little
or no oxygen. Thus if you have less Saliva, you have less oxygen, thereby creating
an anaerobic environment, perfect for the bacteria to produce more of these
odorous and sour/bitter compounds. For people with Dry Mouth, products such
as Saliva Stimulation Tablets can help greatly.
Post-Nasal
We know that proteins contain amino acids, which in turn contain sulfur compounds
(see text above). When a person has a post nasal drip, mucus drains and coats
the back of the tongue and throat, exactly where bacteria live (see diagram
above). Since mucus is made up of interlinked strands of protein, the bacteria
have a field day, breaking down these proteins into odorous and sour tasting
sulfur type compounds. Strong Antihistamines don't help, because the drying
effect of the antihistamines also creates a problem. The only method of ending
the odor and taste are to use Oxyd-VIII based oral products. Many of my patients
with post nasal drip have claimed great success with use of the Nasal-Sinus Drops.
What About The Sinuses?
After personally treating nearly 9,000 people worldwide, I have yet to see a
patient get rid of his bad breath following sinus surgery. First of all, these
anaerobic bacteria cannot live in the sinuses. When someone has a sinus infection,
one of the common symptoms are intense sinus headaches, caused by the pressure
from the infection in the sinus. If you don't have these powerful headaches,
you probably don't have a sinus problem. The fact is that once someone has an
elevated amount of these anaerobic bacteria, they will create the problem from
any protein source, including mucous, phlegm, etc, which drain down the back
of your throat into the area where these bacteria live.
High Protein Foods
These bacteria love those proteins, and certain foods are packed with them:
Milk and Cheese and most other dairy products. (The fat content does not matter.)
If you are lactose intolerant, do not eat or drink these products! Since your
system cannot digest them properly, they are available to the bacteria for an
extended period of time. A recent research article from the Los Angeles Times
(November 1996) on lactose intolerance showed that nearly 67% of all Americans
can be classified as "Lactose Intolerant". This is due to the fact that in a
diverse population such as we have here, there is a predilection for Asians,
Hispanics, and African-Americans to be lactose intolerant.
Fish are high in proteins. As many people eat a high fish diet, logically they
make the problem worse.
Coffee with caffeine (and even without) contains high levels of acids which
cause the bacteria to reproduce more rapidly and create a bitter taste for many
people. (Virtually any acidic type of food will do this.)
Coffee drinking was one of the problems that my patients used to have. After
starting my treatment, they have been able to go back to coffee drinking (in
moderation of course) without any bitter tastes afterward.
What Works?
Oxyd-VIII is the active ingredient in TheraBreath products. It prevents the
anaerobic bacteria from creating the odorous sulfide and Mercaptan compounds
by "adding oxygen" to the environment. The end result is the formation of a
"Sulfate", which has no odor or taste. Most of my patients start out with a
Starter Kit and work their
way up from there if necessary.
Uncover the REAL Causes of Bad Breath!
Dr. Harold Katz, founder of the California Breath Clinics, is a worldwide expert on the topics of bad breath, halitosis and dry mouth. His 'Bad Breath Bible' is an easy-to-read guide to help YOU experience fresh breath every day for the rest of your life.
Request your free copy at: www.therabreath.com
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