Oil Pulling for High Blood Pressure: What Research Shows

Oil pulling—swishing oil (sesame, coconut) in the mouth 10–20 minutes daily—is claimed to lower blood pressure. Some studies suggest benefits:

• Sesame oil, 10 min twice daily for 30 days, significantly reduced systolic BP and improved cholesterol and inflammation (Ayu).
• Coconut oil for 45 days reduced both systolic and diastolic BP, improved lipid profiles, and reduced oxidative stress (Complementary Therapies in Medicine).

Possible mechanisms: reduced inflammation, improved blood flow, stress reduction. However, more research is needed. Oil pulling is not a substitute for prescribed medication—consult your doctor first.