I had never even heard of oil pulling until a few weeks ago when a customer at work told me about it. Then, all of a sudden, it seemed like everyone was talking about it. I definitely don’t think that it’s the cure-all that many people are touting it as. However, it does seem like it can have some benefits; such as, tooth cleaning and breath-freshening. It’s probably better than using mouthwash but it’s no substitute for regular flossing and brushing (in my non-dental completely personal opinion).
Check out a couple of recent articles about the subject: The “oil pulling” health craze works, just not in the way you think on Jezebel and Oil pulling your leg on Science-Based Medicine.
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March 21, 2014 at 9:58 am
I’ve used oil pulling. It does make the mouth feel clean and healthy. Don’t spit the oil into the sink when you are finished, or you will eventually plug the drain.
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