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Cures & Treatment of Dry Mouth Due to Stress

Stress causes many health problems. One of these is a dry mouth. A dry mouth is a minor inconvenience but it can be painful. If the mouth is dry long enough, it can be difficult to eat. It can also cause bruises on the gums. Taking care of a dry mouth during stressful periods is easy.

  1. Avoid Caffeinated Drinks

    • Caffeinated drinks have a tendency to dry out the mouth. This is especially true of coffee and tea. Sodas like colas are also heavily caffeinated. Stress will often rob us of energy and drive, and as a result it can be very tempting to drink caffeinated drinks during stressful periods. However, since stress will often cause our mouths to dry up, it may be best to simply avoid caffeine all together. Try drinking water or natural juices. These will lubricate your body and juices provide an even source of energy. Sip on these often throughout the day.

    Candy or Gum

    • When we're stressed, we often have little time to stop and eat a healthy meal. This can cause the mouth to dry up, as salivation is often at it's heaviest while we eat. Chewing on a stick of gum or sucking on a piece of sugarless hard candy can stimulate saliva flow. If you are suffering through a stressful period and a worried about a dry mouth, have a pack of gum or a some hard candies on hand.

    Relaxation Methods

    • Relaxing is important when suffering through stressful periods. Stress causes more problems than dry mouth. There are many ways to relax that can help get rid of a dry mouth. Thousands of people use yoga stretches to relax their body and mind. Exercise like walking, jogging, or competitive sports will boost your endorphin levels and make you feel better. Simply taking a long bath at the end of a day can do wonders for stress.

    Food

    • People often overlook how foods help moisten our mouth. The act of eating will naturally moisten our mouths but some foods add moisture to your mouth beyond natural salivation. Sauces and gravies are liquid foods that moisturize the mouth. Salads and vegetables will also moisten your mouth. Avoid salty foods as these will rob your mouth of moisture.

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