I just read an article on Facebook today about Oil Pulling. They are saying to put Coconut or Sesame Oil in your mouth and swish around for 20 minutes, no shorter and no longer than that period. Says ...

This article was written by Allison Young and provided by our partners at Rodale’s Organic Life. The practice of oil pulling is said to whiten teeth, treat gum disease, clear up acne, fight migraines, ...

Anna Gragert (she/her/hers) was previously the lifestyle editor at HelloGiggles, deputy editor at So Yummy and senior lifestyle editor at Hunker. Over the past 10+ years, Anna has also written for the ...

Oil pulling is an age-old Ayurvedic dental technique that has garnered attention for its many purported health benefits, with some claiming that swishing on coconut oil can help treat cavities, get ...

Scroll through TikTok or Instagram, and you might see videos of people swishing oil as if it were mouthwash. While you may think it’s odd, or write it off as the latest social media health craze, they ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Certain health trends seem to gain and lose popularity in cyclical ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

SCROLL THROUGH YOUR social media feed right now, and you may find videos of people gargling and swishing coconut and olive oil like its mouthwash. The practice is called oil pulling—and even though it ...

Oil pulling, an ancient Ayurvedic practice, is gaining recognition for its potential anti-ageing benefits. Swishing oil in the mouth reduces toxins, calms inflammation, and supports detoxification, ...

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...