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Bad Breath (Halitosis)

Supplements studied for bad breath (halitosis).

Overview

One supplement is indexed for bad breath (halitosis) (2 studies). Zinc rates medium effect size, low evidence, medium trust, DEX Score 56. Zinc gum, mouthwash, or lozenges can reduce odorous breath compounds versus control products in short trials.

Evidence is limited to topical oral-care forms rather than systemic dosing. See the heatmap and evidence reviews below.

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