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04-22-2013, 02:13 PM | #1 |
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| Very odd topic - OIL PULLING?? Anyone do it? I posted this in FOOD forum but I think more will see it here! To oil pull, simply swish your choice of unrefined, high quality oil in your mouth; similar to the way you would use a mouthwash. My favorite is coconut oil. This can be done anywhere from five to 20 minutes. The process attracts and removes bacteria, toxins, and parasites that live in your mouth or lymph system, and also pulls congestion and mucus from your throat and loosens up your sinuses, which is amazing! With the help of your saliva, all these scary undesirables bind with the oil, ready to be disposed of. Pulling also helps re-mineralize your teeth and strengthen your gums by thoroughly cleansing the area. This sounds good, right? But how exactly do you do it? Traditionally, oil pullers used virgin sesame oil. The reason I prefer to use raw coconut oil is because it has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and enzymatic properties. This provides the added benefit of killing any unwanted bacteria that may be residing in the mouth, while leaving behind healthy probiotic strains. A perfect exchange! To start, scoop ½ to 1 full tablespoon of oil into the mouth; if it’s cold, allow the oil to melt. Now push, swirl, and pull the oil between your teeth, around your gums, and allow it to touch every part of your mouth except your throat. You don’t want the oil getting in contact with your throat because it’s now carrying somewhat toxic material. No gargling! Have fun with it, though! Hum a little song, or practice deep breathing through your nose. Allow this to be a sacred time. Enjoy the feeling of cleansing, the relaxation with the absence of talking. There’s nothing quite like the feeling of smiling with a mouth full of oil. Something about it just feels so right! Once your time pulling is over, spit into the trash or toilet, but never the sink — the oil could solidify and clog your drain. Now rinse your mouth out with clean water two or three times. Finally, drink a glass of water and relax. You should be feeling fresh and rejuvenated. Why oil pull? A popular reason for oil pulling is to find relief from congestion in the sinuses and throat. It is unbelievable how quickly this happens! Immediately after rinsing, you will find yourself blowing your nose and clearing your throat. I have worked with people struggling with chronic sinus congestion who experienced relief unlike anything else, after oil pulling only once! Their condition improved and the congestion eventually went away completely. I began pulling to benefit my gums and teeth, which used to be extremely sensitive. My gums strengthened, and teeth became much whiter! It also proved to be beneficial to my skin, which cleared up dramatically, and became bright and almost glowing. Swishing with coconut oil has also proven to be beneficial to those with skin disorders such as psoriasis, and is great for anyone who wants to detox and begin taking better care of their immune system. Oil pulling can be done at any time of the day, but for a more thorough detox, its best to do this in the morning, before eating or drinking. If you are having a hard time fitting oil pulling into your routine, I’ve found a nice time to do this is while in the shower. This way, you aren’t counting the clock until the minutes are up; simply spit when your shower is done. I hope you enjoy this healing, divine and sensual experience as much as I do. Love the oil. Love the process. Happy pulling!
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04-22-2013, 02:16 PM | #2 |
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| Really?? Wow! Wonder if they have ever heard of coconut oil here?
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04-22-2013, 02:19 PM | #3 |
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| That was copied from a website. There appear to be studies showing that throughout history and still today this is an effective practice. Anyone?
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04-22-2013, 03:13 PM | #4 |
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| wow Lisa... very interesting!!!
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04-22-2013, 04:01 PM | #5 |
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| Michelle and Sarah and Janice and Pooja and I have all tried it
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04-22-2013, 04:08 PM | #6 |
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04-22-2013, 04:14 PM | #7 |
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| And????
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04-22-2013, 04:25 PM | #8 |
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| Well we all "just" tried it. I feel like I need at least a 2 week trial. However, my sinuses drained immediately.
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04-22-2013, 04:26 PM | #9 |
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| I CAN say that sesame seed oil pulling is D. I. S. G. U. S. T. I. N. G.
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04-22-2013, 06:07 PM | #11 |
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| I only lasted 3 minutes!!!!! It made my cheeks sore!!!
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04-22-2013, 07:19 PM | #12 |
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| My husband and I have been oil pulling since I read it online a month ago. We use the natural sesame oil, it tastes like nut oil but we don't mind the taste. We usually oil pull in the mornings for about 10 minutes. Maybe we will switch to Coconut Oil and see how that works. Yes, it does help you feel great so we;ll continue to do it. We're on board with it , its a healthy thing to do for yourself.
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04-22-2013, 08:31 PM | #13 |
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| Is sesame nut oil the same as sesame oil? Bc I LOVE sesame oil. It would be hard to keep me from gulping it down.
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04-23-2013, 02:10 AM | #14 |
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| That sounds interesting. I "wash" my face face with jojoba oil. (Massage oil into skin for about 15 mins & repeatedly "rinse" by covering my face with a hot, steaming washcloth). The natural, esential oil is supposed to break down the dirt/oil on your skin. The heat draws out the impurities. It works & it's really relaxing. So, I get the process behind oil pulling. Heck, I'll try anything once! I'm just curious if there's a benefit to using the sesame oil over the coconut oil. I'm going to try this after I drop my son off at school. I'll keep you posted
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04-23-2013, 03:34 AM | #15 |
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| I love sesame oil too but one it started to get polluted from mouth bacteria it tasted so bad I was gagging
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