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Can Coconut Pulling Really Give You The Perfect Smile?

Bake Off star Dr Tamal Ray wanted to burst an internet fad that coconut oil can be used to make teeth whiter. Does coconut pulling actually work to give better oral health?

Key takeaways:

  • Coconut oil is thought to pull out toxins from the mouth as these particles adhere to the fat and are then spat out.
  • Coconut oil was put to the test against sugar-free chewing gum to find out which of the two is the best in fighting off plaque.
  • Coconut oil was found to make the teeth dirtier and caused an increase in the levels of plaque in the entire mouth.

We’re looking at a few of the ridiculous myths that are out there and trying to delve into them, and figure out what the truth is. The idea is to empower people to be a bit more knowledgeable about their own health.

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