What is Oil Pulling?
Oil pulling is an ancient Indian healing practice that consists in swirling oil around the mouth, like a mouthwash, for a certain period of time, to pull out harmful bacteria and improve oral health.
Oil Pulling Benefits
- Reduces plaque
- Reduces dental caries
- Reduces gingivitis
- Whitens teeth naturally
- Reduces mouth infections
- Improves bad breath
- Improves gum health
How does it work?
By swishing the oil around the mouth, the bacteria is pulled and dissolved into the liquid oil.
How to Oil Pull?
Oil pulling should be done every morning, in a empty stomach. It does not replace teeth brushing.
Step 1- Put about a 1 teaspoon or 2 of oil in the mouth.
Step 2- Swish the oil around the mouth for about 20 minutes. In the beginning you can start with 5- 10 minutes.
Step 3- Spit the oil onto a piece of paper or to a trash can. Do not swallow the oil. It contains bacterias and toxins.
Step 4- Rinse well the mouth with warm salted water.
Step 5- Brush the teeth to make sure all the bacteria is removed.
What oil to use?
These are the best oils to use as they have antibacterial properties:
- Organic coconut oil
- Organic sesame oil
- Organic olive oil
