Freshen up your breath after eating garlic with this simple trick!

Are you a garlic lover who can't stand the lingering aftertaste or strong breath? Fear not, because Dr Megan Rossi, an expert in gut health, has shared a trick to banish garlic breath for good!

As food enthusiasts ourselves, we at the Seniors Discount Club know that garlic-based dishes are simply irresistible. But let's be honest, the unpleasant odour that garlic leaves behind is not so appealing.



That's why we're excited to share this ultimate tip with you — all you need to do is eat an apple!

Dr Rossi, who founded The Gut Health Doctor website and The Gut Health Clinic in London, recently shared her advice on Instagram. According to her, apples contain plant chemicals like quercetin that neutralise the sulphur compounds found in garlic.

In other words, they work like a natural deodoriser for your breath!


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Australian doctor and gut health expert, Dr Megan Rossi, has recently shared a trick to get rid of the dreaded garlic breath. Credit: Unsplash/Mike Kenneally.



As a top-notch gut health dietitian, she also reminded her followers that there's no need to give up on garlic for fear of garlic breath. So, go ahead and indulge in your favourite garlic recipes without any hesitation. Just don't forget to munch on an apple afterwards!

Don't worry if you're not a fan of apples or don't have any on hand. Dr Rossi has got you covered with other delicious options to combat garlic breath. Along with apples, foods like spinach, mint, lettuce, and parsley can also work wonders in neutralising unwanted odour.

These foods contain plant chemicals that work similarly to the quercetin in apples and counteract the sulphur compounds present in garlic.



So, not only do they add a burst of flavour to your meals, but they also help you maintain fresh breath! With such a variety of options, you can now enjoy your favourite garlic dishes without any hesitation or fear of bad breath.

Hundreds of social media users who saw Dr Rossi's post expressed their gratitude for her advice.

Key Takeaways

  • Garlic breath is a common problem for garlic lovers, but there are some natural ways to neutralise it.
  • According to Dr Megan Rossi, gut health expert and founder of The Gut Health Doctor website, foods like apples, spinach, mint, lettuce, and parsley contain plant chemicals that help counteract the sulphur compounds found in garlic and ultimately deodorise your breath.

Dr Megan Rossi's expertise in gut health goes beyond just combating garlic breath. In a previous article, we reported on her research that specific food pairings can work together to provide a powerful nutritional punch.

One such dynamic duo is turmeric and black pepper. Dr Rossi explains that the combination of these ingredients increases the body's ability to absorb curcumin, an anti-inflammatory compound found in turmeric, by a whopping 1,000%!

It seems like the key to improving your health might just be as simple as adding some spice to your favourite dishes.



Dr Rossi also recommends other fantastic food pairings, such as lentils and tomatoes, which combine iron and vitamin C to improve absorption, and salmon with spring greens, which increase calcium absorption by 50%. Not only do these combinations taste great, but they also work wonders in supporting your body's overall health and well-being.

So, whether you're trying to improve your gut health or simply looking to boost your nutrient intake, Dr Rossi's innovative food pairing tips are worth a try.

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So whether it's munching on an apple, adding some spinach to your meal, or including some fresh mint or parsley in your recipe, there are plenty of ways to neutralise garlic breath.

Have you ever tried any of these garlic breath-busting tricks? Are there any other ingredients or foods that you use to combat bad breath? Share your tips and tricks in the comments below!
 
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I learned more than fifty years ago that eating parsley after garlic was beneficial. This knowledge is not new. My dad told me and at that time he worked with a number of Italians so perhaps the Italians have always known .
 
I learned more than fifty years ago that eating parsley after garlic was beneficial. This knowledge is not new. My dad told me and at that time he worked with a number of Italians so perhaps the Italians have always known .
And not only the Italians. I remember hearing about parsley-after-garlic in Canberra in the 1970s, trying it out, and being absolutely delighted!
 
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I learned more than fifty years ago that eating parsley after garlic was beneficial. This knowledge is not new. My dad told me and at that time he worked with a number of Italians so perhaps the Italians have always known .
And not only the Italians. I remember hearing about parsley-after-garlic in Canberra in the 1970s, trying it out, and being absolutely delighted!
As a lover of anything garlicky, I must admit this is news to me. I always had a glass of water on hand to, hopefully, gargle everything away :LOL: Thank you for sharing! 🙏
 

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