All this talk of coconut oil...

[IDPiper]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

My gag reflex is so sensitive, I won't be able to oil pull (I can't even drink one sip of alka seltzer w/out gagging loll!)...but I did read in a health forum that brushing your teeth w/coconut oil is just as effective, so I made my own toothpaste. Added baking soda & some peppermint oil.

Me too!! Only I also use Calm magnesium powder, trace mineral drops, and xylitol. I love my toothpaste!

[Jellybaby]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

Oh Gosh, coconut oil has so many uses...it is antifungal, helps lower cholesterol, boosts the immune system. It's my main oil for cooking now (not that I cook loll) & I made my own coconut toothpaste. It can also decrease abdominal fat! (I like this one heehee!)

The Surprising Health Benefits of Coconut Oil | The Dr. Oz Show

I don't cook much either which is why I try to remember to add it my smoothies!

I was going to ask about your toothpaste recipe but I see you've posted it above! Thanks for posting that, I think I'll try it.

[mimimomo]

Originally Posted by IDPiper

Me too!! Only I also use Calm magnesium powder, trace mineral drops, and xylitol. I love my toothpaste!

What does the calm magnesium powder & trace mineral drops do & where do you get it? I use the coconut toothpaste on the doggies too so I'll be skipping the xylitol.

Originally Posted by Jellybaby

I don't cook much either which is why I try to remember to add it my smoothies!

I was going to ask about your toothpaste recipe but I see you've posted it above! Thanks for posting that, I think I'll try it.

It shows how to make it here & where to dispose of it: How to Brush Your Teeth With Coconut Oil | eHow

[Jellybaby]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

What does the calm magnesium powder & trace mineral drops do & where do you get it? I use the coconut toothpaste on the doggies too so I'll be skipping the xylitol.

It shows how to make it here & where to dispose of it: How to Brush Your Teeth With Coconut Oil | eHow

Thank you for the link

[Doodlebug]

Wow, so much great info. Thanks!

[IDPiper]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

What does the calm magnesium powder & trace mineral drops do & where do you get it? I use the coconut toothpaste on the doggies too so I'll be skipping the xylitol.

It shows how to make it here & where to dispose of it: How to Brush Your Teeth With Coconut Oil | eHow

It's supposed to help remineralize your teeth. I use the xylitol because my granddaughters use it sometimes and they like it sweeter. I have never thought of using it on Piper!! That should help break up what plaque she has left on her teeth a little more. I guess I'll have to make Piper her own batch now.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by alaskayorkie

Lol, it's so funny that this is all the rage. I was looking for something to get Jillie's hair to sit down and a YTer recommended a TINY bit of coconut oil. It worked great but my wife read the directions and realized she could use it as a butter substitute in cooking, on popcorn, etc.

The small jar I bought that would have lasted Jillie forever was gone in no time, and we now buy that Giant jar from Costco.

Too funny!

I love coconut oil.

[Maximo]

We have a joke in our house based on the father in "My Big Fat Greek Wedding" who used Windex to cure everything. My answer to just about everything is coconut oil. It works better than neosporin for me, and I feel safer using it around the doggies.

[mimimomo]

I read somewhere that allergy sufferers can put coconut oil up their nose! Anyone wanna try? Kristin?

[mimimomo]

Originally Posted by IDPiper

It's supposed to help remineralize your teeth. I use the xylitol because my granddaughters use it sometimes and they like it sweeter. I have never thought of using it on Piper!! That should help break up what plaque she has left on her teeth a little more. I guess I'll have to make Piper her own batch now.

Very interesting, thank you for the info. Yes, I've read that the plaque just falls off! My guy's teeth are all in pretty good shape right now, so IDK if it's true, but if it works for people, I'm sure it works for our canine friends.

[YorkieLov3r]

what a very nice infos! thaaanks. can't wait to grab a jar..

[BLowry]

My Lillie matts easily so I used it on her hair to comb some matts out before her bath!! O...M...G! I couldn't wash it out! I had to give her another bath, which she wasn't too excited about! Maybe I used too much! I use it after my shower, arms, legs...any rough spots...and it works great! I know you can feed it to animals...but, haven't tried that yet!

[mimimomo]

Originally Posted by BLowry

My Lillie matts easily so I used it on her hair to comb some matts out before her bath!! O...M...G! I couldn't wash it out! I had to give her another bath, which she wasn't too excited about! Maybe I used too much! I use it after my shower, arms, legs...any rough spots...and it works great! I know you can feed it to animals...but, haven't tried that yet!

Lolll I've never applied coconut oil on their hair & now I know not to unless it's the day b4 their bath or something.
I use coconut oil to pan fry their egg whites, they love it!

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by IDPiper

I know!! When I first started oil pulling the plaque that was built up on my teeth just started scraping away. I loved it because I have a HORRIBLE fear of the dentist!! It actually whitens your teeth, too!!! It took me about a week before I could do it that long, I kept wanting to swallow, and when I first started it set off my gag reflex. Not fun!! :P

I know oil pulling is reported to have many health benefits, but for plaque and whitening teeth, buy a SonicCare toothbrush. You will never have plaque. Good for your gums too.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by mimimomo

I read somewhere that allergy sufferers can put coconut oil up their nose! Anyone wanna try? Kristin?

I'll test it on my dad, lol, if he is willing. He has allergies.

Originally Posted by BLowry

My Lillie matts easily so I used it on her hair to comb some matts out before her bath!! O...M...G! I couldn't wash it out! I had to give her another bath, which she wasn't too excited about! Maybe I used too much! I use it after my shower, arms, legs...any rough spots...and it works great! I know you can feed it to animals...but, haven't tried that yet!

I tried coconut oil on tangles and it made a big mess, made the hair more prone to breaking.