I’m willing to try anything when it comes to a whiter smile, better breath, reducing arthritis and pain, and detoxifying my body. So I took a teaspoon of coconut oil, and swished it in my mouth.

It doubled in size as I went on my elliptical, swishing and gagging while I listened to music. “How’s it going?” asked a friend, to which I replied, “Arghhcrucckjjicjakjdfgjadch!” I was supposed to last twenty minutes and made it fifteen.

I do think this ancient Ayuvedic remedy for detoxification helps. I  got a headache, which apparently means that it’s working at pulling harmful bacteria and fungus from your body.

I’d rather get Geo Palette color for my hair. The reds and burgundies and caramel colors make my smile look whiter, and make me feel and look fabulous (for my age).

But I’ll keep on swishing for a week or so, and let you know.

Call 516 374-1490 for information, or take a look at our website under Geo Palette, or speak to George Mennella on FB.

And if you happen to pass someone with beautiful hair whose breath smells like coconut, it’s me. Say hello. -JC