Move over, ‘Ozempic teeth’ — ‘Ozempic breath’ has users snapping up gum and mints
"Ozempic breath" has emerged as a common side effect of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, caused by slowed digestion, dry mouth, and ketosis, leading to unpleasant oral odors. This has boosted sales of mints and gum, with Hershey reporting an 8% increase in its Ice Breakers line due to demand from users managing the side effect. Increased protein intake, hydration, and oral hygiene are recommended to counteract the issue, alongside the use of sugar-free gum and antimicrobial products.
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Health Move over, ‘Ozempic teeth’ — ‘Ozempic breath’ has users snapping up gum and mints By Tracy Swartz Published April 30, 2026, 2:18 p.m. ET Eau, eau, eau, Eau-zempic! You’ve heard of “Ozempic butt,” “Ozempic fingers,” “Ozempic mouth” and “Ozempic teeth” — now, there’s a new term to add to the GLP-1 lexicon: “Ozempic breath.” Bad breath is a common side effect of GLP-1 diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic because they slow digestion, causing food to linger and ferment in the stomach. Bacterial fermentation produces hydrogen sulfide gas and those icky sulfur burps. GLP-1 diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic slow digestion, causing food to linger and ferment in the stomach, which can lead to bad breath.
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