Today Dr. Axe is going to show you how to do coconut oil pulling and the benefits of doing oil pulling that has been helping people for thousands of years in India and Asia for oral health – which helps your body have overall optimal health.

It’s been shown to help tooth decay, bleeding gums, naturally whiten teeth, strengthen your jaw muscles, cleanse your mouth, kill bad bacteria, and even support weight loss.

In order to oil pull, you’ll need take 2 teaspoons of sesame, coconut, or olive oil and lightly swish in your mouth for 10- 20 minutes a day. Then spit it out and brush your teeth as you normally would.