5 Bad Things that Will Happen if You Eat Protein Excessively

If you’re on a diet that’s incredibly rich in protein, chances are you’re cutting your carbohydrates intake to the minimum possible. This means that your body is going to start burning fat rather than the regular carbs for fuel.

You’ll be happy to hear this if you’re trying to lose weight but it’s not good news for your breath. The registered dietician Jessica Cording explains that during the fat burning process, your body generates ketones, the chemicals that can make your mouth smell kind of funny.

But the terrible part is that you won’t be able to get rid of that smell by brushing and rinsing since it’s coming from inside you.