Did you know? … The reason you get garlic breath is because garlic contains the compound allyl methyl sulphide (AMS), which can’t be broken down during digestion. That means it has to be released from the body in your breath and sweat. Quick Tip: If you have garlic breath … eat an apple. According to researchers at Ohio State University, apples worked best, but lemon juice and mint are also effective. Green tea, parsley and spinach may also help.