http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/oil_pulling.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/oil_pulling.rss Oil Pulling Cures on Earth Clinic, Your Source for Natural Remedies! Sat, 21 Nov 2009 10:28:12 EST en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SESAME_35035 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss1 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:30:39 EST Harold from Gainesville, Florida writes: "I've been oil pulling two to three times a day for about 2 months using 1 tbsp of organic cold pressed sesame seed oil to help relieve or cure a bad case of eczema I've had most of my life, and besides softer skin around the nose and neck, and whiter eyes and increased energy after the first week or so, I haven't noticed a marked improvment to speak of. Like I said, my neck is definately softer, and it seems that if I rub or scratch it at night or during the day there isn't as much damage to it from the scratching. I basically have it all over my body most of the time, and I'm wondering if anybody else on here has had any success clearing up there eczema with oil pulling. I going to keep it up, because I still think I feel better than before I started it. Any information on clearing up this terrible disease would be appreciated. I'll post any improvements in the coming weeks. Oh, my teeth do seem to be whiter (a little), but my eyes are not as white as when I started pulling in the beginning. I've got bad dry eyes, so I use an over the counter eye drop for that, but that will only do so much. My skin is the main concern. I'm curious to see when it start getting colder if my skin isn't as dry as it usually is because of the eczema.I post more in the coming weeks. Good luck to all. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=MOT_34967 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss2 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:50:29 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Stephen from London, UK writes: "I am really confused, i have been oil pulling for almost 10 months now, once a day i morning mostly sunflower and recently a few with olive oil. About 5 months ago every time i spat out, i did one big cough and bought up phlegm, directly after spitting one big cough. Then about two months ago the cough developed to an hour, once after spittiong out, then later in the day for an hour. That has since got more regular, not worst, but just coughing a lot up. Also shortly since starting op, i've got some swellings on neck under jaw, no pain just slight swelling. I am a smoker (been smoking packet a day for 30 yrs), but i'd never been a cougher till recently. i went to the dr. with my 2 months coughing, quick chest examination they said probably a virus. Seemed nothing wrong with lungs. I think it is the op'ing bringing up and clearing my mucus. is that possible.? I also daily have a salad dressing which has ACV and Turmeric and Cayenne. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=RF_34528 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss3 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:30:50 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Tonytz123 from Granite City, Il Usa writes: "I tried doing the oil pulling but it made my gums on my front lower teeth hurt and got real sore, its been over 10 days and my gums still hurt, I have never had gum problems before, what could have went wrong.. Tony" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=RF_34313 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss4 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:09:24 EST Herb Bob from Truth Or Consequences, New Mexico writes: "Why does oil pulling work? It acts like a lubricant in your body's hydraulic systems. Sucking like a vacuum, the greasy fluid seals off access to your body's water and air availability. It pushes lymph with poisons, air and nutrients in it through any exit it can (lungs, pores, eyes, hair,etc) along with any water it needs to transport the gunk. That is why, you have to drink three glasses of fluid afterwards. Analogizing with frying oil, it does not work until your cells' water is added to the mix. Then with your cell water the oil becomes hydrogenated, less viscous and less effective after 10 or 15 minutes. The oil solution is forced into your system through the opening below your tongue, your tongue's taste cells, your gums, nasal passage, hairs, and etc. Depending who you want to be, mouthwash with Caesar's, French, Russian, Italian, Basil or Pennzoil. Paging Dr.Gupta, Paging Dr.Gupta" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=CASTOR_34304 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss5 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:44:18 EST [YEA] Cajun62234 from Opelousas, Louisiana writes: "As a proven believer in Castor Oil, the other morning I awoke with a very sore gum in the vicinity of my right canine tooth. A look in the mirror indicated it was blood red, very tender, but no blood excreted when massaging. I generally 'oil' with Sesame Oil, but thought 'Why not try CO?'... Two 20 minute sessions [about 3-4 hours inbetween] and a session at bed time. I excreted all of the 'oiling', but let the CO coating remain in my mouth over night...the next morning it was 95% better; a repeat of the previous day's treatment produced a 100% recovery by the following evening...no redness, no tenderness and a normal, healthy gum.." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=RF_34136 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss6 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 09:38:59 EDT Elvira from Cairns, Qld, Australia writes: "hi, i have been doing OP for about three months now. And when i have a one or two day break i've noticed that i get blind pimples on my face. why is this?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=RF_33997 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss7 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 16:25:32 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Vishwapurna from Kalpakkam, Tamilnadu, India writes: "I was doing oil pulling from May, 2009 and I did not have any problem till the midnight of September, 26th. I felt my bed room is whirling. Since then I have been diognised the following problem : Left maxillary sinusities, cervical spondylosis and hypothyroid (TSH:6.25). As soon as I get up there will be palpitations.Once I take coffee, it will increase. While walking there will be an unbalance and I feel I am about to fall. There is a terrific mental depression. While lying on the bed on the left side there will be whirling feeling. My left knee joint developed a pain. My doctor advised me to stop oil pulling. After oil pulling for five months, I have stopped oil pulling from October 1st. Now I am taking medicines for hypothyroid and sinuousities. Can anyone tell me the symptoms are the side effect of oil pulling (after five months). Any body got the same symptoms after five months of pulling? Anybody's hyphothyroid, sinusities and cervical spondylosis with the same symptoms got cured after oil pulling? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=OLIVE_33913 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss8 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:27:00 EDT [YEA] Monij from St. Louis, Mo writes: "I was miserable last night with an obvious sinus infection and I decided to google natural cures for it and found this wonderful website. I tried the oil pulling technique with extra virgin olive oil and about 35-45 minutes later, the mucous began breaking up and I was able to cough it up and blow my nose! I've been telling everyone about it. Thanks so much!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SESAME_33783 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss9 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:40:01 EDT [YEA] Mickayla from Blue Springs, Missouri writes: "I pretty new to the whole oil pulling. I started about 2 weeks ago. I've seen such great feed back on sesame oil and decided to try it. and WOW im impressed. not 100% sure on what it's doing exactly inside, but the things I can see are amazing. I typically take about 1 tblsp in the morning (not consitently) but before I consume anything. so far my results have been, My Breast are fuller and perkier, better sleep, wake refresh, amazing energy, discharge decreased but not gone, so far I have lost 3 1/2 pounds, appitite totally supressed! and a major thing, my depression systoms are pretty much gone ( im Happy). My only question is, is it safe for my little brother to use it? he is 13 and he notices the change with me and is eager to try some!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=MOT_33690 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss10 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:47:53 EDT Josh from Mccleary, Wa writes: "I've been oil pulling for about 2 weeks now and I can't really tell if I'm getting any results. I've been using extra virgin coconut oil , sesame oil and extra virgin olive oil. Can't decide which to use so I'm going to start using all 3-at once. A little of each totaling 1 1/2 tablespoons. 3 times a day. Maybe through in a 4th oil, like walnut, for the omega 3's. Anybody tried this before...maybe the benefits of all 3 oils at once??" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=RF_33632 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss11 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 09:30:58 EDT Mi from Solana Beach, Ca writes: "HI...I THOUGHT WHILE DOING OP YOU CAN'T DO OTHER THINGS...HOWEVER, IN THIS ARTICLE IT SAID PEOPLE ARE DOING OP WHILE TAKING SHOWER OR SHAVING...SO I AM REALLY CONFUSED. ANOTHER THING IS THAT WHILE I AM DOING OP EVERY TIME, AFTER 15' OR 20', THE OIL IN MY MOUTH GOT VERY THICK, NOT WATERY LIKE IT'S DESCRIBED IN YOUR ARTICLE. I AM A DIALYSIS PATIENT ALSO AND MY KIDNEYS FAILED RIGHT AFTER MY 2 MAJOR SURGERIES IN 2007 & 2009. I ALSO HAS PROBLEM W/ HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE. THE SAD THING IS, I AM ONLY 39 YEARS OLD, HAPPY, ACTIVE, EAT HEALTHY FOOD, EXERCISE REGULARLY BUT STILL GOT ALL THESE PROBLEMS. PLEASE HELP ME. THANK YOU. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=COCONUT_33532 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss12 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 08:38:07 EDT [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Danielle from Toronto, Ontario, Canada writes: "Hi. I have been oil pulling for approximately three weeks with coconut oil. At first with a little more than a tablespoon, more recently I have been measuring a tablespoon exactly. I do it in the morning once I get up before brushing teeth or eating breakfast. I rinse my mouth out afterwards and spit a few times. Although it seems to be draining my sinuses, and the health of my gums have improved (better shade of pink, no more bleeding) and the white coating on my tongue has disapeared, my tooth sensitivity has been getting worse and my teeth have been turning more yellow. I can also see a line in one tooth now that looks almost like an internal crack and it feels like the outer layer of another tooth, near the base of the gumline has been scraped off. This seems to be the opposite of what most people experience. I know that sometimes there is a worening of symptoms for a bit, but I haven't read any accounts of this happening with teeth, usually more with rashes, sinues etc. Has anyone else had this problem? Did it get worse or better in the long run? Did your teeth become damaged? Should I stop oil pulling or continue on? I am afraid that my teeth are deteriating in front of my eyes due to some strange reaction that a rare few may have. Any feedback would be appreciated." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SUNFLOWER_33538 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss13 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:54:37 EDT [YEA] Susan from New Haven, Ct, USA writes: "When I first tried oil pulling last year, I gagged, found it disgusting and vowed never to do it again. But I started reading about it again recently and thought it might be worth another try. I knew I couldn't do a tablespoon, so I've been using a teaspoon of organic, refined Sunflower oil 2 or 3 times a day. This is much more doable for me and I'm not gagging, but I can only swish for 6 or 7 minutes at a time - nowhere near the 20 minutes that's recommended. The oil does, however, turn white, so maybe my body is just very toxic. From day 1 of this regimin, it has completely curbed my appetite! And I have lost 8 lbs in the first week! I also seem to be sleeping more deeply. It used to be that eating was a visual thing for me, having nothing to do with whether or not I was hungry. Now, after a week of oil pulling, when I see food, I don't crave it and then have to eat something. My appetite now seems to be actually connected to my stomach and if my stomach is settled and calm with a feeling of being taken care of (I don't know how else to describe it), I'm not interested in eating. This is nothing short of miraculous. And I'm so grateful." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SESAME_33436 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss14 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 16:02:04 EDT [YEA] Toomuchswagger from Atlanta, Ga writes: "Benefits of using Sesame Oil for Oil Pulling Therapy I tried Sesame Oil after experiencing severe back pain from a tramatic injury to my tailbone and my coccyx bone became misaligned, which caused severe pain when I'm sitting down. I also have chronic knee pain, stomach pains, occasional headaches and an infection on the right side of my mouth. I began the oil pulling therapy on July 21, 2009 and after 3-4 weeks I saw a noticeable decrease in my back pain. I used to have difficulty being seated for periods longer than one hour and had horrible pain after riding in a car or driving for long distances. I have experienced such remarkable improvements in my results that I was able to drive from Georgia to Maryland with no pain in my back or my knee, 5 weeks after I began oil pulling therapy. I no longer have headaches or pain in my stomach. I have also noticed that the pain in my mouth is gone because the infection has obviously disappeared!! I feel absolutely wonderful that I am now pain-free and I have accomplished this without surgery or chemical drugs and medication. I am happy to say that my girlfriend and family members have now begun oil pulling therapy. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=RF_32743 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss15 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:35:43 EDT Mike from Ftl, Florida writes: "This site is like "treatment overload" I love it! I am sort of confused on a few things though as it pertains to oil pulling. I think I may be doing it wrong (simply because its too easy) and I havent experienced any of the difficulties that others have written about (I'm not referring to the "healing" reaction but the general difficulties in pulling for 10-15 mins that people are having) Dont you just move it around in your mouth for 10-15 mins? I dont understand...seems easy (no taste/ no fuss) Next, can oil pulling be done while taking supplements and other remedies (specifically H2O2 Therapy & Urine Therapy) or will they have negative/harmful effects? PS- Is Ted still around? I've sent several inquries w/ no response." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=OLIVE_32631 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss16 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 22:40:43 EDT Crod from Lehigh Acres, Fl writes: "I have been hearing about oil pulling and I have desided to give it a try. I'm 44 years old. Im going to be using extra virgin olive oil. I have some receding gum line, Im hoping to see results. Im OP two times a day. Will keep you informed if their is any changes." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=COCONUT_32490 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss17 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 09:48:20 EDT [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Lisa from Layton, Ut, USA writes: "Healing Crisis with OP w/Virgin Coconut Oil My daughter and I just heard about and started oil pulling with VCO (done mornings, probably not a full tablespoon each time), while reading ______'s book and incorporating VCO into our lives. She almost immediately started coughing up (sometimes violently) all kinds of phlegm from her lungs and this has continued for about a week now (no signs of sickness such as fever, but she does have a sore throat from coughing it all up). Inbetween coughing, she does note that she seems to have more lung capacity than she's had since a bout with shingles about 6 years ago (when she was 20) that left her with a more severe asthmatic condition than she had when she was a kid. We recognize this as a "healing crisis" and she'll continue OP. We'd just like to know if anyone else has been through this and how long to anticipate that it may last, especially since it's interfering with her whole family's sleep. She doesn't want to take cough medicine to suppress the cough because "better out than in" but wonders how long this might go. It's not constant but quite violent when it hits. Also, she's still breastfeeding a toddler (only twice a day at this age), and wonders if there is any danger to him other than being disturbed by her coughing. Can a healing crisis like this affect breastfeeding or the breastfed child? Thank you. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SESAME_32523 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss18 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 22:33:51 EDT Loren from Queens, Ny writes: "Hi Kathy: Thanks for yr feedback on the idoral. I really do appreciate all yr help. Thanks again." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SESAME_32461 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss19 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 09:50:01 EDT [YEA] Teresa from St. Augustine, Florida Usa writes: "Sesame Oil Pulling Reversed My Periodontal Disease I have always brushed my teeth regularly but I have not been so good at flossing. A year and a half ago I went to the dentist for a usual check up and cleaning. My gums had started bleeding when I was brushing my teeth so I wanted to get them checked. I was especially worried about my 2 front teeth which are implants I got after an accident years ago. I was told I had gingivitis and pockets in my gums indicating the onset of periodontal disease. They gave me a dental rinse to use at home and had me come back in 3 months. After 3 months the bleeding gums cleared up some but not much. After that, I did not go back to the dentist for a year. Of course my teeth and gums continued to grow worse, bleeding and causing me problems. Then about 8 months ago I was searching online about bleeding gums and discovered oil pulling. I became curious and figured it was worth a try. I bought some organic refined sesame oil. Within about 2 weeks I noticed a remarkable improvement in my oral health. My gums stopped bleeding and my front teeth quit bothering me. I stopped oil pulling as an experiment just to make sure it was indeed the oil pulling that was causing the improvement. When I stopped for a few days my front teeth started bothering me and my gums got red and puffy, looking like they were going to bleed again. I resumed the oil pulling and noticed immediate relief and improvement. I just went back to the dentist last week (this would be a year between visits). They took xrays and did the cleaning. They discovered that my gingivitis/periodontal disease was almost completely gone! No cavities either. The cleaning was a breeze. They were surprised. The dentist verified that my oral health has greatly improved. I am delighted! I am convinced it is the oil pulling that improved my oral health since I did not change anything else in my lifestyle or hygiene habits. I will continue to oil pull for the rest of my life. I am using refined Sesame Oil every morning before breakfast." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=COCONUT_32256 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss20 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:01:10 EDT [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Cecelia from Kingston, Jamaica, W.I. writes: "I was introduced to oil pulling by a friend who had tried it. I have been doing OP with CO for approximately 4 weeks now. I use 1 tbsp first thing in the mornings only for 15 mins, sometimes 30 mins and gently swish it around. When I spit it out it appears almost greeseless and like mother's milk. The first thing I noticed that I had gum bleeding which lasted for roughly one week and I always want to spit out a thick phlegm which would continue for about half an hr. On only a few occasions, I vomited phlegm after swishing a small amount mucus also drained from my nose. I can now feel air passing through my nasal passage which I cannot remember when I used to experience that and my sense of smell which was hardly functional is extremely alert. I have been diagnosed with sinusitis for some 30 years. I sleep much more easily and my energy level has also increased moderatly. Cece" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SESAME_32181 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss21 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:15:27 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Lily from Pasadena, Ca writes: "oil pulling and migraine side effect I am middle-aged woman who has been oil pulling with 1 TBSP organic sesame oil for a little more than 3 weeks - 20 minutes in the mornings only. My teeth are whitening and that's nice. But, for about the same amount of time, I've been getting severe headaches that debilitate me. If I am detoxing, that's terrific, but I can't take much more of the pain. It starts about 2 hours after I finish all my morning routines - which are not different except for the OP. Anyone else have this problem? Any suggestions? The headache seems to start at the back of my neck and then move to the left side and grow in throbbing intensity. I've tried white willow and feverfew - and a Gaia combo called Migra-Profen, and a homeopathic remedy called sinusalia and even tylenol, aspirin, and ibuprofen - (not together!). Nothing touches this headache. It goes on for hours and hours and finally wears off around 8 at night. I guess I will have to give up the OP because I have to function. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=MOT_32126 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss22 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Leah from Nyc, Nyc writes: "I started getting heart palpitations every day for the last month or two. They are very scary. I was told to cough hard to get the heart back in rhythm. That worked for a second or two. I then took Black Strap Molasses (1 teaspoon) and a 1/2 hour later I drank water with 1 teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar. That combo usually stops the palpitations for 1/2 a day. HOWEVER, I started OP (Oil Pulling) every morning on an empty stomach (1 teaspoon of either virgin olive oil or 1 teaspoon of sunflower oil) and since I've started, I've had no palpitations at all! It's amazing! If you want to try this, please read up on it (on this website) first. Leah " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=SESAME_32038 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss23 Sat, 12 Sep 2009 10:20:44 EDT [YEA] Michael from Winter Park, Fl, USA writes: "I have had a chronic case of breathlessness for about 2 years. I also feel like I have Chronic Fatigue, I'm always tired. I used numerous treatments including acupuncture, exercising daily, all raw food, and juice therapy. They all seemed to help, but for a limited time only and I would fall back into my tired state, gasping for air. I saw that oil pulling benefits the entire body, so I thought "Why not?". Three weeks into oil pulling, I am getting oxygen once again. The fatigue is not as debilitating as it was, and I am able to function a lot better. I am a 24 year old college student, so I need all the energy I can get. Oil pulling works, and it may be your cure. I used Sesame Oil. Taste was pleasant and had no complications. Also clogged nasal is no more." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=COCONUT_31963 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss24 Thu, 10 Sep 2009 16:42:36 EDT Welshangel from Caernarfon, Gwynedd, UK writes: "I have just had my first batch of coconut oil. what is the reason that you need to OP on an empty stomach? some say 4hr after you eat and 1hr after drink. if this is so, i can only do it early morning ? as i would like to do it twice a day if i do it after eating what will happen ? as im not swallowing the oil. also it's hard oil, would i be better melting it first ? Thank you" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/oil_pulling.html&name=OLIVE_31887 /Remedies/oil_pulling.rss25 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 19:31:07 EDT [YEA] Hadessah from Charlotte, Nc writes: "I use 1 teaspoon extra virgin Olive Oil for 15 minutes every morning, first thing. Oil Pulling has made my teeth stronger and whiter and it is healing a disorder I was going to doctors for nearly 20 years. I've tried all kinds of antibiotics to cure sinusitis. Now after oil-pulling, I feel the pressure in my upper gum, above where a tooth was extracted. Above the bony part of the gum. So I 've had an abcess for two decades. No wonder people stepped back when talking to me. My breath smelled like 20 year old decay. I developed tinnitis and oil-pulling may eventually clear up all the abcess right at the base of my maxillary sinus, BUT actually above the bony part of my gum where a tooth was extracted in the 80s. "