It is normal to experience a sour sensation in your tongue after eating something bitter, such as chicory or black coffee. A persistent bitter taste in your tongue, regardless of what you eat or drink, is not normal and could indicate one of several health issues.
It is not necessarily a significant issue to have a bitter taste in your mouth, but it might interfere with your daily life and nutrition.
The causes of a bitter or sour tastes in your mouth can be
- Dry mouth
- Smoking
- Acid reflux
- Illness
- Medicines
- Pregnancy
- Poor oral hygiene
- Dehydration
- Zinc Insufficiency
- Burning mouth syndrome
Treatment for bad taste
Home remedies
- Herbal teas
- Avoiding strong-tasting foods and drinks
- Drinking plenty of fluids
- Gargling with salt water
- Eating healthy snacks
Other reasons to look into regarding bitter and sour taste:
COVID-19:
According to the study conducted in 2021, the 75-member group was divided into three categories.
- Covid-19 sufferers have a taste disorder
- Patients with Covid-19 do not have taste disorders.
- Healthy control group.
The study concluded that patients with covid 19 and a taste disorder had a higher sweet, sour, and bitter taste than those with covid 19 but no taste condition.
A bitter or sour taste can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor dental hygiene and the use of certain drugs. Nonetheless, see your dentist to schedule regular oral care to minimize issues.
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