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Oil Pulling: Thousand Year Old Ayurvedic Tooth and Gum Treatment Whitens Teeth, Heals Arthritis, Hypertension, Diabetes, Allergies, and Just About Everything Else Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic therapy which has recently undergone a surge in interest from the general public. Some people claim that not only does it whiten the teeth and protect the gums, but it also has the ability to detox the entire body and cure disease. Hailed as a magical cure-all by devotees, just how effective is this treatment, and does it live up to these sensational claims ? How to Practice Oil Pulling Oil pulling involves swishing a tablespoon of oil around your teeth and gums for 15 to 20 minutes every morning. Experts on the subject say that the intention is to push, pull, and suck the oil through the teeth as you would dental floss to remove any bacteria and food debris. The most effective oils to use are sunflower or sesame oil, although many claim that coconut oil works better for th...