Six Potential Benefits of Coconut Oil Pulling
- Rebekah Evingson
- Feb 18, 2023
- 1 min read
Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic practice that involves swishing oil in your mouth for several minutes. My favorite oil to use is organic cold-pressed virgin coconut oil. I typically oil pull in the morning for around 15 minutes, after scraping my tongue, and before brushing my teeth.
Here are six potential benefits of coconut oil pulling:
1.) May promote oral health: Coconut oil pulling can help kill harmful bacteria in the mouth, reducing bad breath, gum inflammation, and plaque buildup.
2.) May whiten teeth: Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which can help remove stains and whiten teeth over time.
3.) May provide a gentle lymph massage: Gently swishing coconut oil through the oral mucosa utilizes a variety of muscles and movements. These motions can provide a gentle lymph massage to the mouth/jaw/ and neck area.
4.) May boost the immune system: The medium-chain fatty acids in coconut oil have antimicrobial properties that can help strengthen the immune system.
5.) May reduce stress: The act of coconut oil pulling itself can be a relaxing and meditative practice, helping to reduce stress and promote relaxation.
6.) May relieve headaches: Coconut oil pulling may help to relieve headache symptoms, including those associated with migraines.