Bad breath & stained teeth? Try these cheap & easy tricks that work.

I felt this was a timely share considering our masks are coming off. We’re smiling and getting close again.

I’d be willing to bet that you have seen ads for all kinds of expensive teeth whitening systems, all over Instagram, Youtube, Google, bus stops, and even your dentist's office! Once you notice the ads, it seems like everyone is in the teeth whitening business. Even the wax bar I used to go to had a teeth whitening service!

I’d be willing to bet even more of you have been advertisements for bad breath. Gum and mint ads have been all over the TV for years, online, at bus stops — everywhere! Again, trying to sell you things that will clean your mouth and leave you feeling fresh. Some of them are pretty tasty and addictive, but definitely far from healthy if you check out the ingredients.

It’s no wonder companies try to capitalize on it — Is there anything more embarrassing than having bad breath when you’re going in for that first kiss? Probably, but that's top of the list for sure.

Years ago, I struggled with bad breath, but I no longer do thanks to these tricks (and diet changes). I still drink a LOT of tea and end up with staining, but am able to easily manage that with these cheap tricks — since there is no way I’m willing to give up tea.