OIL PULLING:
Using oil for healthier teeth and gums
O il pulling is a procedure that involves putting and holding
oil in the mouth, for many said health benefits. The procedure
is part of Ayurveda, a system of medicine used by people in
India for more than 5,000 years.
Historically, oil pulling has been used orally to prevent
tooth decay, bad breath, bleeding gums, and to strengthen
teeth, as well as to heal over 30 systemic diseases including
headache and migraines, asthma, digestive issues, allergy and
respiratory issues, skin issues (like rashes, eczema), arthritis
and joint pains, even diabetes and some cancers.
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According to studies compiled by the U.S. National Institute
of Health, “oil pulling is a powerful detoxifying technique
that has recently become very popular as a remedy for many
different health ailments; is preventative as well as curative; and
using this method, surgery or medication could be prevented
for a number of chronic diseases.”
The best oils to use for oil pulling are sesame and sunflower
oil, with sesame oil being considered the ‘queen of seed oils’
due to its many health benefits, although some prefer to use
coconut oil because it tastes better. It’s recommended to only
use organic, cold-pressed oils for oil pulling.
How to oil pull:
• Take one tablespoon of oil into your mouth and hold for 15
minutes, while swishing oil around every part of the mouth
• The consistency of the oil will change, and your mouth will
produce more saliva, which is normal.
• Spit out oil into a garbage bin – NOT INTO THE SINK,
as this can clog drains
• Rinse with water
• Repeat 2 to 3 times per week (can also be done daily)
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