Oil Pulling- Know the Benefits & How to Do It Right

Oil pulling is an ancient technique in Ayurveda which involves swirling oil in your mouth for 10-15 minutes, first thing in the morning, on an empty stomach which you spit it out. Oil pulling pulls all the harmful bacteria out and gives you infection-free oral health. It also helps in moisturising your gums by increasing the production of saliva, which can further reduce bacteria. If you are looking forward to introducing this extremely effective way to flush your toxins out, then keep reading.

How can you do it?

The practice of oil pulling is easy to do, it just needs some simple steps. 

• You can take one tablespoon of coconut oil or sesame oil. 
• Swish it around for 15-20 minutes carefully, you do not want to swallow any of it. 
• Spit it in the dustbin instead of the sink, as it can build-up the oil and lead to clogging. 
• Make sure that you rinse your mouth properly using water before eating or drinking anything. 

If you face trouble doing it for 15 minutes on the first go, then start by doing it for 5 minutes and take it up gradually. 

What are the benefits? 

Improve oral health. 

At a given time, there are around 350 bacteria in the oral cavity, 50% of these are detrimental and can lead to dental cavity. Oil pulling can help in treating gum diseases, inflammation, chances of tooth decay or bacterial infections. 

Helps in bad breath.

Many people suffer from bad breath from either halitosis or poor eating habits, oral hygiene or dirty coated tongue. In any of these cases, oil pulling has helped in killing bad breath. 

Energy levels will go up. 

When the bacterial concentration is extreme in the body it may hurt the energy levels, as your organs have difficulty in working properly. But practising this technique each day can reduce this burden from your body post which the level of energy starts to increase. 

Have clearer skin. 

When bacteria, viruses and other toxins penetrate the bloodstream, your skin gets deteriorated and it may lose its shine too. But thanks to oil pulling, all these harmful substances are removed before they get into the blood, keeping your skin healthy. 

Regulate your hormone levels. 

The presence of toxins in your body hampers your hormones too. But, when these external factors are withdrawn the balance remains intact and the hormones start to work in harmony. 

Reduce inflammation and improve gum health. 

Gingivitis is a kind of gum disorder marked by red, swollen gums that bleed easily. A major cause of gingivitis is the bacteria found in plaque as they can cause bleeding and inflammation in the gums.

Fortunately, oil pulling may be a beneficial cure to enhance gum health and diminish inflammation as they can cause bleeding and inflammation in the gums.

Over to you.

Oil pulling though is gaining popularity lately, is a really effective, ancient remedy for gums and cavity. Try incorporating it in your schedule each day to reap all these amazing benefits.