Yes, lemon can help remove bad breath. Chewing on lemon rind or using lemon juice as a mouth rinse can freshen breath.
How Lemon Helps with Bad Breath
Lemon addresses bad breath in a couple of key ways:
- Kills Odor-Causing Bacteria: Lemon can kill odor-causing bacteria in the mouth.
- Provides a Fresh Smell: Lemon produces a fresh smell to combat bad breath.
- Lemon Juice Mouth Rinse: A lemon juice mouth rinse will help to freshen your breath. (Reference 3)