Oil Pulling?!
In all honesty, when I was first introduced to this seemingly strange practice of oil pulling, I thought I was on another planet.
As I began to research it and hear testimonies, I succumbed, and tried it out. I am now hooked.
I oil pull with coconut oil most mornings.
Even my dental hygienist commented at my last visit that my gums “were very pretty”! Wow. I will take that compliment.
Truthfully, my gums feel great.
Take a few moments to read Jan’s comprehensive explanation on oil pulling. Ask Jan or I any question you want about this ancient and effective dental practice.
Happy swishing!
Oil Pulling: A Swishy Situation
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Dear Jamie,
That’s a great question! With so much controversy over fluoride, it is hard to gather objective information. In general, I like Spry products. Spry offers a dental rinse with Xylitol, which has anticaries (anti-cavity) effects. It does, however, contain alcohol, which is undesirable for many.
Xylitol mints & gum are also great for decay; studies show reduction in caries with approximately 5 sessions/day (Spry makes these, as do many other companies online, so…have fun experimenting!!!).
As for rinses with fluoride, “The Natural Dentist” has an anti-cavity rinse with all natural ingredients (not to mention great reviews).
I hope I answered your question. There is more on healthy dental products on my website theliveandbewellcoach.com, under the “articles” tab.
Look out for a newsletter soon with tips for preventing decay. Many “natural” snacks (particularly dried fruit!) set the stage for decay, as do juices!
Love, peace, health, happiness & hugs,
<3 jani
Jan- this is super helpful! I don’t mind alcohol so I might try your first recommendation to start. Thanks so much!
A question for Jan…my dentist recommended mouthwash with fluoride to help prevent cavities. I like the natural mouthwash brands though and most of them don’t include fluoride. Any natural mouthwases you know of or equivalent methods of cavity prevention?
Thanks!
Very interesting…I have never heard of this, but I am going to try it!
Jane, it is really amazing. I just go about my morning as I am swishing. Try it!