One of the most beautiful aspects of oil pulling is how meditative it becomes. For 10 minutes, before the day grabs you by the wrist, you’re simply present: swishing, breathing, maybe stretching.

The good thing is that oil pulling doesn’t cause any known harm, so if you’re curious about the potential benefits and don’t like your mouthwash, you may as well give it a try.

EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) — Oil pulling, an ancient dental practice that has resurfaced as a trend on social media, is not the miracle solution some claim it to be, according to Todd, a ...

While castor oil does have proven benefits to help aid with digestion issues, it’s not something doctors recommend. “Taken by mouth, castor oil is a stimulant laxative,” Dr Misra-Sharp says.