Oil pulling, also called Kavala Graha or Gandusha, is the ancient practice of swishing oils from plants in the mouth for a period of time to draw out oil-soluble toxins and impurities in the body. Oil pulling is one of the five main dental hygiene practices in [dt_tooltip title=”Ayurvedic Medicine”]Ayurvedic medicine (“Ayurveda” for short) is one of the world’s oldest holistic (“whole-body”) healing systems developed more than 3,000 years ago in India. It’s based on the belief that health and wellness depend on a delicate balance between the mind, body, and spirit.[/dt_tooltip] as discussed in the Vedas (Vedic texts).

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To pull toxins and bacteria from the body that have built up in your mouth. Dentists suggest that by improving [dt_tooltip title=”oral health”]The condition of the mouth, throat, gums and teeth that affect an individuals ability to bite, chew, smile, speak, smile, and swallow. It has tremendous impact on periondontal (gum) disease, tooth decay, tooth loss, other diseases, disorders, and your psychosocial state of well-being.[/dt_tooltip], the health of the entire body is improved.

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For centuries oil pulling has been used to as a traditional Indian remedy to:

• Whiten teeth
• Cure tooth decay
• Heal bleeding gums
• Reduce inflammation
• Prevent heart disease
• Prevent cavities
• Boost immune system
• Improve acne
• Strengthen gums and jaw
• Sooth dry throat

The [dt_tooltip title=”Journal of Ayurveda and Integrative Medicine“]An open-access, peer reviewed journal published jointly by The Institute of Trans-disciplinary Health Sciences and Technology (TDU) and The World Ayurveda Foundation (WAF), and published on Elsevier.[/dt_tooltip], just recently cited a study that reviewed holistic approaches to oral health which revealed that oil pulling is one of the most effective natural health practices in preventing tooth decay, and even loftier claims of treating more than 30 [dt_tooltip title=”systemic diseases”]A disease affecting the entire body, rather than a single organ or body part. [/dt_tooltip]. See Case Study #1 and Case Study #2 below.

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The Best Oil Pulling Method for Beginners

1. Upon awakening and while on an empty stomach, first hydrate with water.
2. Use 1 tablespoon of oil and swish the oil around in your mouth for 15-20 minutes.
3. Afterward spit the oil in the trash (it can harden and clog your drain).
4. Rinse your mouth with warm salt water.
5. Brush your teeth with a toothbrush you DO NOT use daily.
6. 30 minutes later brush with the toothbrush you use daily and rinse with mouthwash.

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The most popular oils are cold pressed, unrefined, organic virgin Coconut Oil (Case Study #2), Sesame Oil (Case Study #1), Olive Oil, and Sunflower Oil.

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Progress:

After only four days I can say I am noticing increased brightness in my teeth and receding of the gum line. The result of this is that my smile appears slightly fuller and brighter. I will be switching over to Sesame Oil starting Day 5 as per Nick’s recommendation, then to Olive Oil on Day 9, while repeating this cycle until twenty-one days has elapsed. As far as my physical health goes, I feel the same as I have been, so I’ll need at least two to three weeks to gauge whether I feel any overall health benefits. Even if oil pulling primarily benefits oral health then I’d say it’s definitely worth the first twenty minutes of your morning. You can swish the oil around in your mouth while you perform other activities such as checking and sending emails, getting clothes ready for the day, listening to voicemail, etc.

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