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Don't you find it awkward to tell your girlfriend that she has bad breath? Well, don't put up with it anymore and keep reading on to learn how to tell her or any of your friends <a target="_blank" href="http://www.howcast.com/videos/271693-How-To-Tell-Someone-Theyve-Got-Bad-Breath?ref=htd">they've got bad breath</a>. You owe it to them to gently and tactfully let them know.&#160;</p>
<p><strong>   Step 1: Watch your manners</strong> <br />
Watch your manners and don’t address the offender in public or tease them when you broach the subject.&#160;</p>
<p><strong>Step 2: Offer a mint </strong><br />
Offer them a mint without commenting. Pretend to have no idea if they ask your reasons.&#160;</p>
<p><strong>Step 3: Send an e-mail</strong> <br />
Type "bad breath e-mail into a search, and find a web site that will send an anonymous bad breath form e-mail for you. Many web sites provide form e-mails that clearly, politely get the point across.  Send a whole toothbrush, mouthwash, and floss kit to the person anonymously.&#160;</p>
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<p><strong>Step 4: Soften the blow </strong><br />
Ask the person if your breath smells, as this can sometimes get them thinking about their own without being embarrassed publicly.&#160;</p>
<p><strong>Step 5: Broach discretely </strong><br />
Broach the subject discretely and in private. Begin the conversation by saying, “I’ve noticed you have a problem I used to have.” Even if you didn’t have a problem, saying that you did will make it seem like you aren’t criticizing and really want to help.&#160;</p>
<p><strong>Step 6: Suggest drinking or eating </strong><br />
Suggest that the person drink or eat something to cut or change the odor – a sprig of mint, cinnamon stick, or a lemon wedge release oils that help neutralize offensive breath.</p>
<p>Did you know? Bad breath is more common among dieters and people skipping meals.</p>
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