Evidence suggests that people have been oil pulling for over 3,000 years. When we use traditional “anti-bacterial” mouthwash, we end up killing almost all of the bacteria in the mouth, good and bad.
This can lead to problems further down the line when bad bacteria might take advantage of the lack of good bacteria in the mouth that would usually be there to fight them and win the day! Studies have shown that oil pulling helps to decrease plaque build-up and plaque-induced gingivitis and as well as supporting overall gum health. It does all of this without washing out all of the good bacteria which is so vital to your oral health.
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Coconut oil is the processes by which oil is extracted and separated from other parts of the coconut, but most manufacturers either press the meat of the coconut (that’s the part you eat) or it goes through a wet milling process.
The oil is extracted, separated, and packaged for use or sale all over the world, thanks to the tropical countries where they coconuts grow in abundance.
Before I show you how to do oil pulling, let’s take a quick look at the Coconut Oil Health Benefits
Oil pulling means you swish oil in your mouth for 20 minutes a day (typically first thing in the morning and typically people use cold pressed coconut oil). Put a teaspoon of coconut oil into your mouth. Swish it around the mouth and “pull” it by sucking it between teeth. Then spit it out after 20 minutes preferably in the garbage as coconut oil can clog your drain. Then rinse your mouth out with warm water. After that, brush your teeth as normal. Most people claim its best to do it first thing in the morning but it can be done just before bedtime.
Taking the right amount of oil is really important. If it’s less, it will not benefit as much. If it is more, it will spill out of your mouth. Try to keep it approximately equal to 1 tablespoon.
Here are the best Health Benefits of Oil Pulling -
Traditionally, sesame oil was used or even sunflower oil. However Coconut oil seems to have the best effect.
Start by swishing for 5 minutes and gradually increase the time to reach 20 minutes. If you take it too hard in the beginning only, your jaws may start aching.
Oil pulling is only a supplemental remedy. It is not meant to replace your routine brushing and flossing.
Oil pulling can be harmful if you don’t choose a high-quality, organic oil that is manufactured well. If click here it will show you the best coconut oils.
By the way it’s safe to use when pregnant but its best not to use it on children. And if you prefer oil pulling before you go to bed that’s fine as well
So all that’s left to say is to get swishing!
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