Claim: Swishing coconut oil around your mouth for 15 minutes a day improves gum health.
Verdict: Partially True (60% confidence)
Explanation: According to a Tier 1 source from PMC, oil pulling therapy may reduce the total oral bacterial count and reduce plaque and gingival scores, which provides background on the claim that it can improve gum health. Healthline also provides background on this by stating that oil pulling may be beneficial for reducing bacteria and improving gum health. However, a Tier 2 source from Tufts University contradicts the necessity of oil pulling by stating it is less effective than brushing and flossing, whi...