Having bad breath can lead to lower self-esteem, depression and social anxiety. There is even a condition called halitophobia, where a person becomes obsessed with trying to get rid of bad breath.

While your food choices do make a big difference to how your breath smells, halitosis isn't always caused by food. Certain medications, infections and conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) can lead to bad breath.

While over-the-counter products may temporarily eliminate bad breath, it's important to speak to your health provider about the reasons for bad breath. That way, you can treat the condition rather than just masking its symptoms.

It's true, but that's no excuse to skip the workout! A dry mouth and dehydration caused by exercise can lead to bad breath. The remedy: drink lots of water before, during and after your workout.

For example, raw fruits and vegetables including apples and carrots encourage the production of saliva. Saliva helps get rid of the bacteria that causes halitosis.