Three Viral Snacks That Turns Out To Make Your Mouth Smell

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JAKARTA - Various foods become a viral trend on social media at all times. However, in addition to their enjoyment and beauty, some of these viral foods can actually make the smell of the mouth.

Therefore, it is important to know how a food affects healthy mouth and breath. Here are some viral snacks that can cause smell and how to prevent them, quoted from IOL, on Thursday, December 4, 2025.

1. Cotton candy pickles

The trend of eating cotton candy pickles is one of the viral culinary trends that gets a lot of audiences on TikTok. The combination of cucumber, cotton candy, and a mixture of garlic and vinegar is attracting attention because of its unique appearance.

However, this food actually has the potential to cause mouth odor. This is because the content of onions, vinegar, and acid in it produces sulfur compounds that leave a strong aroma.

2. Tanghulu

This snack comes from China and is popular because it is often included in Chinese dramas and Korean dramas. Tanghulu is a fruit covered in sugar, which has a shiny appearance and dire texture.

However, it should be noted that the layer of sugar that wraps the fruit can trigger the smell of the mouth. Each portion of tanghulu contains about 15-20 grams of sugar, the amount that drives bacteria to develop quickly and produce acid.

These conditions can interfere with dental health. In addition, it can also cause an unpleasant odor in the mouth which can certainly interfere with personal confidence.

3. Dubai chocolate

Dubai chocolate Dubai is one of the most popular snacks in the world some time ago. This snack is a combination of premium chocolate, muhi, and pistachio, which has a sweet and delicious taste.

However, these ingredients actually contain a lot of oil and protein that easily sticks to the oral cavity. This layer of oil can become a bacteria, while the protein component produces sulfur compounds that trigger mouth odors.

Although it can trigger mouth odor, you don't have to worry about eating the snacks above, because there are ways you can do to prevent mouth odor after consuming it.

Starting from brushing your teeth twice a day, using dental threads and gargling to remove odor-causing bacteria. Anti-bacterial mouthwashing is the best solution for rapid prevention, as it can neutralize odors and prevent gum disease.