Oil pulling benefits: Oil pulling is an age-old method to promote oral hygiene. It is linked with Ayurveda and studies suggest that oil pulling can easily kill bacteria in the mouth and can help to improve dental health.
There are claims that oil pulling helps to pull bacteria from the mouth. It can also help to reduce bad breath. According to a study, this method is known to be as effective as chlorhexidine at reducing bad breath.
The oil-pulling method is known as an effective remedy to improve gum health, reduce red, swollen gums and reduce inflammation. It can also kill harmful bacteria in your mouth.
Oil pulling can be easily done by taking a tablespoon of coconut, sesame, or olive oil. All you need to do is swish that oil in your mouth for 15-20 minutes. Then, spit the oil and rinse your mouth with water.