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Rinsing your mouth with vegetable oil immediately after waking up not only strengthens your teeth and gums, but is also said to prevent tooth decay and combat bad breath. The term oil pulling comes from moving oil back and forth in your mouth for several minutes and pulling it out of the spaces between your teeth.
In Ayurvedic medicine, a healing art that originates from India and is more than 5,000 years old, this natural mouthwash is considered an ancient tradition. In recent years, it has become increasingly recognized in the Western world, especially in the wellness and natural healing sectors.
Complementary ritual for brushing your teeth
There is little scientific evidence for the health benefits of oil pulling. “So far there are only eleven accepted studies between 2019 and 2023,” says German dentist Anne Heinz (34). One of them concluded that oil pulling reduces bad breath because it binds some of the bacteria responsible for it. Another study says oil pulling may reduce gingivitis and plaque buildup.
According to experts, more research is needed to prove the definitive effectiveness of oil pulling. But he says: “Based on the current state of research, it makes perfect sense to use it in addition to brushing and flossing.” It has also been found that a ritual such as oil pulling can lead to improved overall oral hygiene as people participate more intensively in their daily oral health routines.
Correct procedure is very important
According to Ayurvedic medicine, before brushing your teeth in the morning, you clean your tongue with a tongue cleaner to remove plaque. Then, put a tablespoon of quality vegetable oil in your mouth and pull it firmly through the gaps between your teeth. To do this, you should take about 10 to 20 minutes and occasionally let the oil rest in your mouth. According to Ayurvedic medicine, the combination of oil and saliva binds bacteria accumulated in the mucosa, tongue and between the teeth.
You can take a shower or prepare breakfast until the time is up. Then spit the oil onto a paper towel and throw it in the trash. Oil in the sink can cause clogs in the pipe over time. According to Ayurvedic teachings, swallowing the bacteria in the oil will also be fatal. After oil pulling, you can brush your teeth and floss as usual.
Find a suitable oil
In India, sesame oil is traditionally used for oil pulling. But Heinz advises against it: “According to a 2015 scientific report, oil pulling with sesame oil may trigger the rare lung disease lipid pneumonia.” This can be caused by inhaling oil, which accumulates in the lungs and triggers inflammatory reactions.
Although this side effect is very rare, Heinz recommends cold-pressed organic coconut oil. Not only is it cheap, but it tastes great and has no possible side effects.
Source : Blick
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