I was inspired to write this post after suggesting on Facebook that whoever invents teeth whitening coffee will become wealthy person. (I love my coffee – organic and black of course.) Naturally a few friends replied with some equally ridiculous suggestions including slimming beer, chocolate that makes us shredded, wine that detoxifies the liver and cigarettes that clean your lungs and make your breath smell good. The more serious suggestions put forward included coconut oil pulling, turmeric toothpaste and baking soda – all great ways to naturally whiten your teeth, rather than the abrasive teeth whitening methods used today which don’t last that long anyway.
So how does coconut pulling work? Simply put, the oil pulls bacteria off of your teeth and gums when you swish it around in your mouth. It cleans and detoxifies the oral cavity. It quite literally pulls dirt and toxins and bacteria out of your mouth and creates a clean and antiseptic oral environment. This helps with the flow of fluids in the mouth and prevents cavities and disease.
Did you know that disease can start in your mouth? I’m not just talking about gum disease, I’m talking about inflammation. I first learned this when watching The Truth About Cancer series actually and about how important mouth hygiene is for not just oral health, but for your entire body. Here are a few benefits as outlined by Dr Axe:
- Cures tooth decay
- Kills bad breath
- Heals bleeding gums
- Prevents heart disease
- Reduces inflammation
- Whitens teeth
- Soothes throat dryness
- Prevents cavities
- Heals cracked lips
- Boosts Immune System
- Improves acne
- Strengthens gums and jaw
Here’s a little history from the website of Dr Axe
The Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine, for example, recently highlighted a study that reviewed holistic approaches to oral health and discovered that oil pulling is one of the most effective natural health solutions known to scientists that prevent tooth decay and loss. (1) Praised for curing more than 30 systemic diseases, the authors of this study have some profound things to say about this ancient natural healing practice:
“Oil pulling is a powerful detoxifying Ayurvedic technique that has recently become very popular as a CAM remedy for many different health ailments. Using this method, surgery or medication could be prevented for a number of chronic illnesses. The oil therapy is preventative as well as curative. The exciting aspect of this healing method is its simplicity.
Ayurveda advises oil gargling to purify the entire system; as it holds that each section of the tongue is connected to different organ such as to the kidneys, lungs, liver, heart, small intestines, stomach, colon, and spine, similarly to reflexology and TCM. (1)”
I really like this passage because it highlights how the detoxification effect that oil pulling has on the entire body reaches far beyond oral health. This is especially important for people who have conditions that contraindicate brushing such as mouth ulcer, fever, indigestion, those who have tendency to vomit, have asthma, cough, or thirst. (2)
In addition, I found these three studies showing how sesame seed oil pulling affects a wide range of oral health issues particularly helpful as I considered making it a part of my natural health regimen:
- According to researchers from the Department of Pediatric Dentistry in Tamil Nadu, India, oil pulling reduces Streptococcus mutans bacteria – a significant contributor to tooth decay – in the plaque and saliva of children. (3) In the authors’ words, “Oil pulling can be used as an effective preventive adjunct in maintaining and improving oral health.”
- As uncovered by researchers from the Department of Pediatric Dentistry in Chennai India, oil pulling can significantly reduced aerobic microorganisms in plaque among children with plaque-induced gingivitis. (4)
- From the same researchers in Chennai, oil pulling has been shown to be as effective as mouthwash at improving bad breath and reducing the microorganisms that may cause it. (5)
Why Coconut Oil? Heres why. Coconut oil has been shown to:
- Balance Hormones
- Kill Candida
- Improve Digestion
- Moisturize Skin
- Reduce Cellulite
- Decrease Wrinkles and Age Spots
- Balance Blood Sugar and Improve Energy
- Improve Alzheimer’s
- Increase HDL and Lower LDL Cholesterol
- Burn Fat
Because it is highly absorbable, you can experience many of these benefits simply by oil pulling!
Some Tips For Coconut Pulling:
- Make sure to oil pull first thing in the morning right after you get out of bed before you brush your teeth or drink anything.
- Gently swish 1 – 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in your mouth and between your teeth for 10-20 minutes making sure that you don’t swallow any of the oil. (Do this gently so you don’t wear out your jaw and cheeks!)
- Spit out the oil in the trash (not the sink so it doesn’t clog up the plumbing…ask me how I know) and immediately rinse your mouth out with warm water (use salt water for added antimicrobial properties).
- Finally, brush your teeth as normal.
- Voila, easy as that!
I recommend oil pulling 3-4x per week with coconut oil and also adding essential oils to your mixture. Read full article on Dr. Axe’s Site here.
For additional ways to reverse inflammation, the root of all chronic diseases and most common illnesses (and faster aging), check out my Inflammation Solution Program.
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