Gargling Salt water in the Morning Improves Health

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Gargling salt water in the morning improves dental health

Gargling of the mouth is called Gandusha. Regular gargling of the mouth early in the morning improves dental health and prevents many ailments of the mouth and teeth. Mouth gargling with salt water (lukewarm) is popular done when people are having sore throat .This is a very old home remedy practiced to address sore throat issues. The primary cause of tooth decay is bacteria and this simple oral health technique will improve dental health.

How gargling with Salt water helps you

Gargling with salt water initiates the process of Osmosis. There is a natural tendency for a substance to move from a region of high concentration to a region of low concentration. This means that even water moves from its region of abundance to its region of shortage. Since salt water is more concentrated (less water) than the contents in your mouth (including any germs in there), when you gargle with it, it tends to draw water out of bacterial cells (which have more water in them). All cells are over 70% water and require water to function effectively and hence survive. If the salt water is concentrated enough, it will kill most germs in the mouth and some from the throat. The brine solution considerably reduces the swelling caused by the bacteria. For an effective cure the process must be repeated more often.

There is clear evidence that many diseases and conditions are influenced by the mouth’s ecology and bacteria. As we all know, the mouth is the gateway to the body. When you consider the fact that a clean mouth may have between 1,000 and 100,000 bacteria on each tooth, and those that do not have a clean mouth may have between 100 million and a billion bacteria on each tooth, surely salt water gargling will be effective.

How to Gargle with Salt Water

Salt water solution not only relieves the irritation caused due to sore throat, it also clears the nasal passage. Advised to follow on an empty stomach. Given below is the method to prepare this therapeutic saline solution.

☞ Measure 2 cups of water into a vessel which had a lid.

☞Heat it to lukewarm temperature

☞Add 1 tsp of salt to this water and mix until it is diluted.

☞Now gargle with a mouthful of this salt water and spit it out. Repeat this procedure several number of times to clear the infection and its symptoms.

** Please remember not to make the solution too concentrated with salt as it can dehydrate the mucous membranes in the process of dehydrating the bacteria.

To reap the benefits of gargling salt water, you must adopt it as a regular habit. This serves as a preventive measure for throat and mouth-related infections. Besides, it is advised to follow other personal hygiene habits like brushing teeth before going to bed, drinking a glass of warm water prior to bed time.

Gargle with Plain Water

Gargling with plain water is advised after meals to remove hidden particles between tooth and under the tongue. Gargling will minimize the smell of food consumed to a large extent. Few people also use mouth fresheners to prevent bad breath.

You may have observed that you rigorously gargle after brushing the teeth to remove all remnants of the toothpaste, foam.

Ayurveda approach on Mouth Gargling

Ayurveda practitioners recommend gargling of the mouth with lukewarm water removes Kapha, loss of taste, dirt, diseases of the teeth and gives lightness of the mouth. In addition to plain water gargling, there is a particularly good daily habit that benefits all people, especially Vata types, called Gandusha Snehana (oily mouthwash or oil pulling). It helps prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and keep the mouth and jaw clean and nourished. It can even treat mouth ulcers and the like. I’ll give an update about this in my next article.

Ayurvedic Tips for Balanced Living – Beneficial Daily Routines

• Rise before the sunrise.
• Drink a full glass of water ( room temperature or lukewarm water).
• Clean your face, mouth and nasal passages and gargle with salt water.
• Do some light yoga or stretching exercises.
• Meditate for 20 minutes.
• Take a walk or run for ½ hour, 3–4 times per week.
• Have a nutritional breakfast according to your body type.
• Have a relaxing or complete meal at lunchtime between 11–2 pm.
• Relax for ½ hour after lunch.
• Meditate before dinner for 20 minutes.
• Eat dinner before 7:00 pm. This should not be a heavy meal.
• Allow two hours after your dinner before going to bed.
• Bedtime 10:00–11:00 pm.
• Wind up with a Prayer to thank God.

You can reap maximum benefits by following this routine and bring a change in your lifestyle. Thank you once again for all the support you have extended for completing my 100^th post.

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Oil Pulling-an Ayurveda Remedy for Dental health

Oil pulling is an age-old remedy recommended by Ayurveda for Dental Health that uses natural substances to clean and detoxify teeth and gums. It has the added effect of whitening teeth naturally and evidence even shows that it is beneficial in improving gums and removing harmful bacteria!

What is Oil pulling?

Oil pulling is a simple procedure, infact a powerful Do-it-Yourself (DIY ) practice supposed to  draw toxins from your oral mucosa and destroying mouth germs while stimulating bodily eliminations and increasing metabolism, thus reportedly leading to various amazing healing benefits and enhanced health including whitening of teeth, fixing/fastening loose teeth, eliminating bleeding gums, stopping tooth sensitivity, decay & abscesses, and preventing cavities.

Oil pulling has been credited with a number of amazing oral health benefits since the times of Ayurveda, the oldest holistic healing system we know of. In Ayurveda, oil pulling is called “Kavala Graham“, and the Charaka Samhita sutra sthana chapter  states that “by oil pulling with til-taila (sesame oil), teeth are not affected with cavities and they become firm-rooted. Toothache and sensitivity to sour items will be healed and one will be able to chew the hardest items.”

Dr. Karach MD, the “author” of Oil Pulling book, said: “The oil therapy heals tooth pain totally. Obvious results are re-fixing of loose teeth,  the stopping of bleeding gums and the whitening of teeth.” In continuity , oil pulling also removes dental infections, stops further tooth decay, and reduces/eliminates sensitivity of teeth.

The popular oral benefits reported includes the cleaning of the tongue that had been coated with a white-yellowish film,  the healing of aphtous ulcers and a salivary gland infection, no more tartar forming,

How to do Oil Pulling?

The procedure involves rinsing (swishing) approximately one tablespoon of oil around in your mouth. As the oil hits your teeth and gums, microbes are picked up as though they are being drawn to a powerful magnet. Bacteria hiding under crevices in the gums , in pores and tubules within the teeth are sucked out of their hiding places and held firmly in the solution.

• Put  1 table spoon of cooking oil (Sesame oil /Sunflower oil/ Coconut oil) into your mouth.
• Swish for 20 minutes continuously. The oil will get thicker and foamy with a milky white coloration as it is mixed with saliva.
• At the end of the process the liquid will turn creamy white when you spit out.
• Spit out into a trash bin.Do not spit this into the wash basin or sink. It will clog the pipelines and the septic tank will become messy too.
• Do not swallow the liquid either as the liquid is having high bacteria.
• Rinse well with warm water. Warm water seems to clean the mouth better. Swish a few times with warm water to get any remaining oil out of your mouth.
• Brush well. You will feel and smell fresh. Your teeth will have an improved look.

Timing is the key. The longer you push and pull the oil through your mouth, the more microbes are pulled free.

Benefits of Oil Pulling:
People that “oil pull” state that it has helped whiten their teeth, alleviate halitosis, and even reduce gingivitis. In many cases, people also claim that it helps “prevent” cavities, as well as relieve gum and tooth sensitivity.

It truly makes sense from a mechanical perspective. As all of you know that the primary cause of tooth decay is bacteria. This simple oral health technique will immensely improve dental health. Oil pulling is a very inexpensive therapy that could potentially have great benefit on oral health.

Watch outs while following Oil Pulling:

Those individuals practicing Oil pulling for their daily teeth cleaning regimen should adhere to the following guidelines:

• Swish gently. If your jaw starts aching after five minutes, slow down. You’re working too hard!
• Do not swallow the oil while swishing. if you find it hard not to, you likely have too much oil in your mouth. Spit it out and try again with a smaller amount.
• Once you have finished pulling, spit the solution into the trash. Do not discard the oil in the sink or down the toilet because over time the oil may build up and clog the pipes.
• Do not drink anything before rinsing your mouth. Rinse with water first before consuming a beverage.

Also read: Gargling Salt water in the Morning Improves Health

Coconut oil is preferable as it is having antibacterial properties, mild in taste than other oils and is recommended by oral health experts too. In winters when oil becomes thick, heat the oil and use.

You will start noticing whiter teeth after you start oil pulling in your daily routine. Your teeth will start becoming smooth. Go ahead and try this simple practice for a bright smile and improved dental health.

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