#dragon /animated 6 f/s 5 sec delay at end /sound effects Bad breath, or halitosis, can arise from many causes: $2 $1 poor oral hygiene (by far the most common cause) dental decay/gum disease diet - consumption of garlic, spices, onion, etc., will inevitably taint your breath infections of mouth eructation, belching or burping (brings noxious smelly gases up from stomach) consuming excess alcohol smoking gastrointestinal or stomach problems $1 $2 Should oral hygiene measures not cure a bad breath problem, consult your dentist.