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    09/11/16 19 Comments 37,373

    How to Make Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets For A Healthy Mouth

    How to Make Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets For A Healthy Mouth

    Today’s post piggybacks on a post I did a couple of years ago about “oil pulling.” If you’re not familiar with the practice of oil pulling, I recommend going back and reading that post to get a good introduction to the topic. But basically, the practice of oil pulling involves swishing some sort of oil (commonly coconut oil) around in your mouth for anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes at a time, to promote oral health.

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    The general idea is that the oil helps to dissolve the plaque and gunk trapped between your teeth. If you’ve never tried it before, I encourage you to give it a go! You’ll be surprised at just how clean your teeth will feel after oil pulling, then giving them a good brushing.

    But recently I thought to myself (because I just can’t leave well enough alone,) why not take this to the next level and incorporate essential oils into the mix? Peppermint essential oil immediately came to mind as the natural choice because it would lend that fresh, minty flavor that we’ve come to associate with oral health products. But peppermint essential oil also has antiseptic properties, just like your favorite mouthwash, which can help keep your mouth clean and free of infection. So just by adding peppermint essential oil, we’re bumping up the benefits of oil pulling, and making it taste great, too!

    I’ll be the first to admit that I don’t do oil pulling as often as I’d like to. But I thought that whipping up some simple coconut oil tablets to have at the ready would make it more likely I’d just do it!

    Here’s how you can make your own flavored coconut oil tablets at home.

    How to Make Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets For A Healthy Mouth

    Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets for Oil Pulling

    You’ll need:

    • 1/2 cup coconut oil
    • 10 drops peppermint essential oil
    • small silicone mold

    Directions:

    Start by warming your coconut oil just a bit so that it liquifies completely. You can place it in a small bowl and microwave it for a few seconds, or just place the coconut oil into a jar set inside a pan of simmering water.

    How to Make Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets For A Healthy Mouth

    Once your coconut oil has melted, add the 10 drops of peppermint essential oil.

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    How to Make Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets For A Healthy Mouth

    Use a wooden spoon or a skewer to stir the peppermint into the coconut oil.

    How to Make Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets For A Healthy Mouth

    Carefully pour the flavored coconut oil into the wells of your silicone mold. I had a small silicone mold with flower-shaped wells lying around that worked perfectly for this.

    Let the coconut oil solidify by popping the mold into your freezer for a while.

    How to Make Flavored Coconut Oil Tablets For A Healthy Mouth

    When the coconut oil has solidified, carefully push each tablet out of the mold, and store them in an airtight container. If you live in a warm climate, or your house tends to run on the warm side, you may want to keep your container of coconut oil tabs in your fridge, just to ensure that they don’t accidentally melt on you.

    To use, just pop one of the coconut oil tabs into your mouth, and swish away! :-)

    *Be sure to spit the used oil into the trashcan – not the sink! The coconut oil can solidify in the pipes, leaving you with a clog. 

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    Bambi Tuckey
    Bambi Tuckey

    Hi Jillee! :)
    I love your channel! Aside from fresh breath, is there any way to add chocolate to make little chocolate coconut candies?

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    4 months ago
    Paula
    Paula

    I didn’t see this post when you first released it, but went right out and got the peppermint oil suggested in your link about oil pulling for a healthier mouth. While out doing errands, I was at the most unlikely place to find a candy mold and now I have a little jar of stars to pop in my mouth and “pull.” I was only able to work the tablets for a short time, not because I couldn’t stand the taste, but because I actually have a very active gag reflex. I’m will have to work my way up to… Read more »

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    2 years ago
    Nicola
    Nicola

    Is it only me then . Tried it this morning and after 3 minutes had to spit it out as it made me gag . But my teeth did feel clean after . Not sure I’m brave enough to try again .

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    2 years ago
    Jillee
    Jillee

    Some people just hate the sensation! Sorry it was such a hassle. :-( If you do decide to try again, I would suggest just doing it for 3 minutes. Then 4 minutes the next day, then 5 and so on. It might take a little while to get used to!

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    2 years ago
    Madeline
    Madeline

    Good morning Jillee,

    I need a recipe for unclogging my bath tub drain; any suggestions?

    Wishing you a lovely week.

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    2 years ago
    Denise
    Denise

    I have read that you need to spit this in the trash can because the oil will solidify in your pipes, which would not be a good thing. Is that right?

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    2 years ago
    Jillee
    Jillee

    Yes! Always dispose of coconut oil into a trash can. :-)

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    2 years ago
    Libby
    Libby

    I found that the easiest way to fit in oil pulling is to do it in the shower in the morning. I only keep a week’s worth of coconut oil in the shower so it doesn’t get yucky, but will also try using these tablets!

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    2 years ago
    Carrie
    Carrie

    I actually came up with this idea too, about a year ago! I added peppermint oil AND thieves (young living brand) and used a candy mold from Hobby Lobby…I chose one that held a tablespoon of oil, bc that is the amount I use to oil pull! I do have to store mine in the fridge

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    2 years ago
    Susan Linn
    Susan Linn

    I have been reading about oil pulling for some time now. I have pinned both of your articles on oil pulling and will do it. I have “challenged” teeth also! Thanks for a great post!!

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    2 years ago
    Wendy
    Wendy

    Add a few drops of myrrh for a real antibacterial effect!

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    2 years ago
    Tracy
    Tracy

    Myrrh is also great for those with gum issues. Clove for sensitive teeth. Frankincense for anti-cancer properties.

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    2 years ago
    Jo
    Jo

    Myrrh …. Clove … Frankincense – How Much of each of these??

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    2 years ago
    Jillee
    Jillee

    You’ll want about 10 drops total per 1/2 cup of coconut oil, so if you’re using three different oils, then you should use about three drops of each. :-)

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    2 years ago
    Tammy
    Tammy

    I make these for my dogs only I freeze them. They love them. Its good for their coat and freshens their breath.

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    2 years ago
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