Have you done coconut oil pulling?
Have you done coconut oil pulling?
✅ Potential Benefits of Coconut Oil Toothpaste
✔️ Fights Bacteria & Plaque – Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which has antimicrobial properties that help combat harmful bacteria like Streptococcus mutans (a major cause of tooth decay).
✔️ Reduces Bad Breath – Its antibacterial properties can help keep your breath fresher.
✔️ Whitening Effects – Some claim it helps remove stains and brighten teeth naturally.
✔️ Soothes Gums – It may help with gum inflammation and mild irritation.
✔️ Fluoride-Free – If you’re avoiding fluoride, coconut oil is a natural alternative.
🤔 Does It Actually Work?
While coconut oil has antibacterial benefits, it doesn’t contain fluoride, which is essential for preventing cavities and strengthening enamel. If you choose to use it, it’s best to combine it with other oral hygiene practices.
🦷 DIY Coconut Oil Toothpaste Recipe
Want to give it a try? Here’s an easy homemade toothpaste recipe!
🛒 Ingredients:
🥥 2 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
🧂 1 tbsp baking soda (helps remove stains & neutralize acids)
🌱 5-10 drops peppermint essential oil (for fresh breath)
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a small jar.
- Let it solidify at room temperature.
- Use a small amount on your toothbrush and brush as usual!
💡 Tip: You can also try oil pulling (swishing coconut oil in your mouth for 10-15 minutes) for additional oral health benefits!
🚨 Things to Keep in Mind
⚠️ Not a complete replacement – It’s best to still use fluoride toothpaste for cavity prevention.
⚠️ Can clog drains – Coconut oil solidifies, so spit it into a trash can instead of the sink.
⚠️ Not a quick fix – Whitening results may take time, and they won’t be as strong as commercial products.
🔥 Final Verdict: Should You Try It?
✅ Coconut oil can be a great natural addition to your oral care routine, but it shouldn’t fully replace traditional toothpaste. If you’re looking for a fluoride-free option with mild antibacterial benefits, it’s worth trying!
💬 Have you used coconut oil for brushing or oil pulling? Let me know your experience! ⬇️🦷✨
COCONUT OIL. Health claims about Coconut oil and immunity, boosting metabolism and appetite suppression are NOT supported by evidence. It also has the highest level of saturated fat of all oils… at around 90%. While the jury is currently out on how detrimental this is- If you choose to use for flavour then use sparingly.
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APPLE CIDER VINEGAR. Has been shown to reduce the GI of high GI meals – but so does any vinegar. Does contain pectin which is a prebiotic fibre that feeds good bacteria- but so do apples and a bunch of other fruits. ACV has been shown to be damaging to teeth when taken like a medication (dentists recommend using a straw). A good ones to use for tasty salad dressings but I wouldn’t bother with the daily shots.
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CHARCOAL STUFF. A lot of claims and still not a lot of evidence. If you find it works for you in some way then great – but don’t waste your money for the sake of it.
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GREEN POWDERS. While they can be rich in antioxidants they are SUPER expensive and you’ll get the same benefits from eating whole fruits and veg. In fact, there are other compounds in fruit and veg likely to help the action of nutrients that you won’t get from green powders because they’re removed in processing.
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GOJI. Yes they contain antioxidants but are no better than what you get from other far cheaper (and many would say far more tasty) berries.
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ACTIVATED NUTS. There is very little evidence to show that you get any additional benefits from activated nuts compared to standard nuts.
