Too much protein and no carbs- bad breath

You've Cut Out Carbs

Followers of protein-packed diets may find their breath surprisingly stinky.

Ditching bread to slip into your skinny jeans may take a toll on your breath—and your overall health. Some of these high-protein plans have you consuming between 30 and 50% of total calories from protein. Because carbs are your body's normal energy source, when you consume too few, you start burning your own fat stores for energy, which releases substances called ketones into your bloodstream, . These can make your breath smell funky—some describe it as a combination of nail polish and overripe pineapples.

In addition, diets high in animal sources of protein may also have too much saturated fat, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke, and cancer.

Fix it: Cut out overall calories—not just those from carbs—to lose weight. You should consume at least 130 g of carbohydrates daily—ideally whole grains, beans, and fruits and veggies—to stay healthy.