Oil Pulling: The Ancient Secret to Radiant Skin and Holistic Health

Oil Pulling is an alternative medicine practice that involves swishing oil around your mouth and then spitting it out. It’s often done with coconut, sesame, or sunflower oil.

Benefits of Oil Pulling :-

1. Oral Health Booster: The main benefit of oil pulling is that it reduce the amount of harmful bacteria in the mouth. leading to fresher breath, healthier gums, and a decreased risk of cavities.

2. Skin Clarity and Radiance: By eliminating toxins at their entry point, oil pulling may contribute to clearer skin. A balanced internal system often reflects as a luminous complexion.

3. Detoxification: This practice aids in removing impurities from the body, potentially reducing inflammation and supporting overall wellness.

4. Enhanced Immunity: A cleaner oral environment can reduce the burden on the immune system, allowing it to function more efficiently.

Oil Pulling is actually good for our teeth : It Prevents plaque and bacteria.

Fun Facts: It has been used for thousand of years as an Indian folk remedy. There are hundreds of different types of bacteria in your mouth. While many are friendly, others are not.

DIY OIL PULLING MELTS RECIPE

MOUTH RINSE INGREDIENTS

• ½ cup sesame oil or unrefined coconut oil (heated to liquefy)
  
• 10 drops clove essential oil
  
• 15 drops spearmint essential oil

Instructions

• Heat the coconut oil in the microwave for about 2-3 minutes, or until melted.
  
• Remove and add the essential oils.
  
• Pour into molds (about 1 tbsp per mold) and leave in the fridge to set up for a couple of hours.
  
• Remove from molds and keep in Mason Jar in your fridge.

How To Use:

As soon as you wake up, before you brush or have breakfast, pop a melt in your mouth and allow it to melt. Once melted, swish it around your mouth, pulling it back and forth between your teeth. You want to do this for 3 – 20 minutes. At first it feels a bit strange, but you DO get used to it!

Do not spit it down the drain! It’s an oil and will clog your drain. Spit it into the trash.

REMINERALIZING TOOTHPASTE INGREDIENTS

• ½ Calcium Carbonate
  
• ¼ cup baking soda
  
• ½ cup xylitol
  
• ¾ cup coconut oil
  
• 10 drops peppermint essential oil

Steps:

Mix all ingredients in a small mason jar.
Use a Popsicle stick to scoop out of jar and place on your toothbrush