Ketosis Breath: Causes, Neutralization & What to Expect

When the body has an excessive accumulation of ketones, it is called ketosis. This occurs when fat is converted to energy, which happens when you go from a high-carbohydrate diet to a low-carbohydrate diet. Ketosis breath happens when the ketone levels are elevated during a fast or a metabolism shift. Morning breath is a good example of ketosis breath. You can't stop ketosis breath, but you can try to neutralize it.

Things You'll Need

• Sugar-free gum or mints
• Water

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Instructions

• 1

  Drink plenty of water. Chronic dry mouth can trigger bad breath. Keep a bottle of water with you during the day, and make sure you drink at least eight glasses.

• 2

  Keep mints or gum handy. Sugar-free products are best, since sugar can build up causing bacteria that causes foul breath.

• 3

  Consider adding more carbohydrates into your diet. Sometimes a simple dietary change can alter your breath.

• 4

  Brush your teeth and tongue and floss regularly. Use alcohol-free mouthwash since alcohol dries out the mouth. Even though, brushing and flossing won't eliminate ketosis breath, it can help cut down on plaque and bacteria.

• 5

  Chew on fresh parsley. This fresh herb can neutralize bad breath. So, next time you go to a restaurant and there is a sprig or parsley on your plate, know that it isn't just a garnish.

• 6

  Check your blood sugar levels to make sure you're glucose level isn't too high. Diet changes can trigger glucose changes.