An age-old Ayurvedic treatment known as “oil pulling” uses natural oils like sesame, sunflower, olive, or coconut to cleanse and detoxify the gums and teeth. Swishing before brushing removes bacteria and virus-laden organisms from the mouth, gums, and throat since it has antimicrobial properties. In addition to helping the body detoxify, it can prevent dental decay, whiten teeth, and cure foul breath.
The practice's main idea is to swish the oil about the mouth for a little amount of time every day. Although studies suggests the process goes well beyond only drawing out bacteria and infections in the mouth, it does assist. The procedure functions as a kind of natural purification. There is some friction caused as the oil sloshes around the lips. Both bacteria and undesired particles are removed by the cleaning action produced by this friction. Because the chemicals in the oil are so similar, it can cut through plaque and remove toxins, therefore the adage "like dissolves like" also applies in this case.
Does It Have Benefits Beyond my Mouth?
Although oil pulling is primarily thought of as a dental health therapy, it has other health advantages for the body when done on a regular basis. Apart from enhancing dental health, oil pulling can also:
Relieve migraines; regulate hormones; treat digestive problems; lessen inflammation; lessen eczema; support renal function; enhance vision; lessen allergies; detoxify the body of toxic metals
Include it in your morning routine three to four times a week when you wake up and before you eat or drink anything.
Here's how to do it:
1. Fill your mouth with one tablespoon of coconut oil. After the oil has liquefied, give it a gentle swirl for ten to twenty minutes. Your initial oil pulling session will likely last no more than five to ten minutes. That's alright! You become more accustomed to it the longer you do it.
2. Rinse after expelling grease. Because oil clogs plumbing, avoid swallowing it and avoid spitting it into the sink. Spit it into a bag or the trash is the best option. Try rinsing with salt water for an extra clean mouth.