Benefits of Oil Pulling: a simple how-to guide
WHAT IS OIL PULLING?
Oil pulling is a traditional technique used to cleanse your mouth and teeth.
It supports a healthy microbial balance, cuts through plaque, and freshens your mouth.
A great time to oil pull is in the morning (as you shower or get ready for the day).
BENEFITS OF OIL PULLING*
kills harmful bacteria
improves bad breath
prevents gingivitis
soothes & strengthens gums
cuts through plaque
pulls toxins
reduces inflammation
*similar to mouthwash
HOW TO OIL PULL
Hold ~1 Tbsp oil in your mouth (if using solid coconut oil, you will have to let it melt).
Swish around like mouthwash for 10-15 minutes.
Spit in the garbage (oil can coat pipes).
Rinse your mouth with water and floss/brush as normal.
Repeat daily or a few times each week.
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References
Shanbhag V. K. (2016). Oil pulling for maintaining oral hygiene - A review. Journal of traditional and complementary medicine, 7(1), 106–109. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jtcme.2016.05.004
Oil Pulling Therapy. (2019). Nutritional Therapy Association.
Gbinigie, O., Onakpoya, I., Spencer, E., McCall MacBain, M., & Heneghan, C. (2016). Effect of oil pulling in promoting oro dental hygiene: A systematic review of randomized clinical trials. Complementary therapies in medicine, 26, 47–54. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2016.02.011