Claim: Swishing coconut oil around your mouth for 15 minutes a day eliminates bad breath.
Verdict: Unverified (50% confidence)
Explanation: According to Healthline, oil pulling with coconut oil may reduce the risk of bad breath, cavities, and gingivitis. Brookwood Dentistry also notes that coconut oil may help reduce odor-causing microbes, which can lead to bad breath. However, the Cleveland Clinic states that oil pulling does not have proven oral health benefits and is not a substitute for brushing and flossing. The claim that oil pulling 'eliminates' bad breath is not directly confirmed by any source, as most sources use hedged la...