Science Monday: Alcoholism + obesity = really bad breath

A new study has found that both alcohol consumption and obesity make you more likely to suffer from bad breath. Whilst the alcohol/breath link has been generally accepted for years, at least on an anecdotal level, the obesity link is a new one.

The scientist suggested that it was because the diet that contributes to weight often tallies with that which can cause a dry mouth - the primary cause of bad breath. He also has some excellent advise regarding the issues, saying: “You should tell people in your family if they have bad breath. It is curable in almost all instances, and it can be a sign of disease. As for work colleagues, they might be happy for the advice, but they might not.” Quite right, prof.

[via Science Daily]