Oil Pulling Cures
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[SIDE EFFECTS] 07/21/2010: Mick from Kunkletown, Pennsylvania, Usa writes: "I ran across this website by accident and since I've had oral thrush/candidiasis problems (my own diagnosis not the medical profession since they have run tests A-Z several times and claim I don't have this)for many years resulting in extreme tiredness, bad gas, diahrea, bad taste in mouth when awakening, white junk on my tongue made much worse when consuming foods with sugar, I thought I'd try the oil pulling. Started two days ago with olive oil 3X a day then switched to sesame oil. Almost immediately I started having itchy rashes all over my body with both oils. I am continuing the OP but notice the itching gets alot worse during the procedure and within an hour or so after. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm almost ready to give up."
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07/02/2010: Jw from Wilmington, Delaware writes: "Find info interesting. I want to try oil pulling. I have been having problems with my teeth. I just had a wisdom tooth extracted. How soon can I start the oil pulling? Thank You."
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06/30/2010: Khan G from Eagan, Mn writes: "Hi, I am just wondering that how long should someone wait after oil pulling to have a breakfast, lunch, or dinner ? Should it be 30 mins or more ? I would really appreciate any response to this question. Have a good health."
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06/20/2010: Aqua from Chennai, India writes: "Hi,
I have been getting a lot of eruptions on my face as well as on my body for many years. I want some one to help me out by giving more knowledge on oil pulling for skin/ harmonal imbalances. Pls some one let me know will oil pulling help me cure my skin eruptions and harmonal imbalances?"
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05/27/2010: Gayla1957 from Coolidge, Az writes: "I ran across this site by accident a couple of days ago, found it exciting, ordered organic sesame oil and organic sunflower oil. OP'd yesterday morning using ...extra organic grapeseed oil, for 20 minutes. It went well but I did swallow (not oil, I kept the oil in the front of my mouth). Tomorrow morning plan to use organic camelina oil, will have proper oils in a few days.
My girlfriend's granddaughter practices Chinese medicine. I sent her this website and asked her opinion, here it is verbatim:
"Interesting link. I'd have to disagree with the phrase that "According to Ayurveda, mucous is a poison." That is not what Ayurveda teaches. Saliva is very important in Ayurveda and is actually a healing aspect of the body. Saliva decreases Agni or toxins and increases the digestive and assimilation processes. In excess, saliva can be seen as an imbalance--and easily remedied. Sesame oil is good to use at night (swishing it in the mouth) to prevent teeth grinding. Sesame oil is used for a number of things in ayurveda. This type of mouth rinsing can also be done with Tea Tree oil diluted.
I'd also have to disagree with the Note #4 that things will get worse before getting better. Those that study Ayurveda or any other form of herbal medicine know that this effect does not and should not happen if you are using what is right for your body. It is sort of like the "No pain, no gain" myth. But hey, if it works for you and you feel better doing it. then that is all that should matter."
I'm still going to do OP, because it sounds compelling. I know our mouths are filled with disgusting germs because a human bite will almost not heal, it is so terrible. Perhaps it is these disgusting germs, whatever they are, that the OP'ing deals with."
05/28/2010: Lee from New York, NY replies: "Hi Gayla, Good luck with oil pulling. I never had a negative reaction to it. I use a variety of organic, cold pressed oils and it has become a peaceful part of my early morning ritual. Be relaxed about it and you will get to actually enjoy it! Lee"
05/29/2010: Francisca from Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France replies: "Before I started to use braces in my teeth I always felt pressure in my down teeth. With the braces it disappeared but after removing them the pressure came back again and I was quite disapointed. Funny enough, after starting oil pulling it disappeared completely. Talking to my orthodontist the other day he told me that he thought that it was not so much the oil but the exercise I do by oil pulling for 20 minutes every day. Maybe he is right but another good thing about oil pulling, the fact that you exercise your face and your muscles. Maybe it also helps to keep a person young as the facial muscles are exercised every day. I don't see any changes yet but it might just keep my face firmer (I am 52)."
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04/16/2010: Francisca from Michelbach-le-bas, Alsace, France writes: "Oil pulling dental problems
Well, I am trying to solve this problem. I had a talk with someone who knows a lot about these things and he told me that when there are problems with a filling it is because the tooth already had problems because oil pulling as such shouldn't cause any problems in teeth that have been properly treated. So, this morning I called my dentist and I am going there next week. In the meanwhile he told me to go on oil pulling (my tooth has now been fixed for the second time). I will do it with sunflower oil for the time being because I want to read a book on oil pulling with coconut oil (after reading here about so many side effects I am afraid to try without proper guidance). I will keep you updated. I know one thing, it would be rather odd for fillings to start falling just because of a bit of oil.... and I have no problems whatsoever with my old ones, only this one which is 18 months old. My husband who has very old ones had no problems either but he only did oil pulling for a few days."
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04/05/2010: Holly V from Greenville, Sc writes: "Question: Can you mix oils to pull and/or should you alternate, and how often?
I am using Teds recommended detox before oil pulling (ACV & baking soda). I was wondering: Can you mix oils that you plan to try? If not, should you give one oil a specific duration time before changing oils? I am thinking of beginning with either Sunflower or EVOO, and after reading some of the benefits of say...Sesame or Coconut, I may like to try many oils? Is there a proper way or time frame to do this?"
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03/31/2010: Brit24 from Okc, Ok, United States writes: "Does anyone know the effects of OP on a smoker? Will it possibly reverse damage done if I combine quitting smoking and OP?? Would the detox be worse if I chose to do it that way? And what type of oil would be best for something like that? Coconut Oil sounds rather rough at the beginning, but I am going to introduce Apple Cider Vinegar into my diet 2 weeks beforehand, so as to lessen the detoxing effects on my body. Also, if it helps to know, I'm anemic. I'm ready to take care of myself the right way and this site has been so HELPFUL! Thanks in advance."
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03/28/2010: Newtoallthis from La, Ca writes: "I'm afraid to try oil pulling because several people have reported negative results in the presence of amalgam fillings and crowns. Is there a way to do it safely, for instance, using a particular oil? I saw that Ted has recommended doing it for 1-5 minutes rather than 20. Would that make it safer in this case?
Would swishing with water for 20 minutes have any effect?"
03/29/2010: Lee from New York, New York replies: "I've been oil pulling for nearly a year and have used most of the oils. I am very relaxed about it so do not time it exactly - but it's usually about 15 minutes. I have had no problems with my fillings or crowns. My hygienist commented that my gums look healthier than ever. Best of luck - Lee"
03/29/2010: Lisa from Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa replies: "Hi newtoallthis,I just wanted to say that I oil-pulled for several months and found it relaxing and effective. I have many fillings in my mouth and a gold cap at the very back molar on top, all from my childhood which was a long time ago now ;) I also have one from only about 2 years ago on the very back lower molar that cracked apart. That one is porcelain. It did not have any negative effect on any of them. Hope this helps. Lisa"
03/31/2010: Newtoallthis from La, Ca replies: "Thanks, Lee and Lisa. What oil do you use?
Lisa, did you stop for a particular reason? Do you notice any difference in your health since you stopped?"
04/01/2010: Lisa from Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa replies: "Hi newtoallthis,Yes I have since stopped after doing it for several months. That was in Oct '09. It was effective I have to say and I believe in OP but when I discovered the mini beet protocol here on EC, I decided to really go for it after reading the claims of what that could do for you. That led me to juicing and raw food and boy oh boy! Was that ever life-changing. It was everything MBP claimed and then some! Quite honestly, I think almost everything I read here on EC could be addressed with juicing and adding in lots of raw veggies- at least, 70% in addition to what you eat. That would lead you to realizing how much can be changed through this process and lead you away from the typical Standard American Diet (SAD). Once that happens you easily embrace these change because you see such amazing changes take place.
I can't say I see any changes since stopping the OP but I went on to even more amazing protocols that have only improved my health.
To you, on a quest for health, Lisa"
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[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 03/27/2010: Jen from New York City, Ny writes: "I have been oil pulling for about three weeks now, 1 tablespoon daily, alternating between expeller pressed organic sesame oil and coconut oil. I have had some significant improvements (dark circles under eyes fading, gums stopped bleeding), but am greatly dismayed by the fact that my skin (especially my face and hands) have become wildly oily.
I had normal skin before starting, and now I cannot go more than half an hour after cleansing without oil sliding down my face. I wear makeup to work and it becomes blotchy after a few minutes. Halfway through the day the hair around my face has been saturated with oil (my scalp itself doesn't seem particularly oily - yet). I have to constantly wipe my hands as it is coming out from my fingertips. I also notice that my feet seem to be coated in oil, creating a film on my skin and causing foot odor that has ruined a pair of shoes.
I understand that the oil getting into the skin should be beneficial, but is there anything I can do to prevent this horrible side effect? I cannot go out socially after work, or unless I have recently showered because I am so greasy from this. I am worried the excess oil is going to cause acne/blackheads.
I've tried taking a few days off and that seems to help a little, but the second I go back to it the oil fountain kicks up again. Does anyone have any suggestions?"
03/28/2010: Gus from Missoula, Montana replies: "I would not pull with coconut oil.....the other one should not be a problem."
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[QUESTION] 03/11/2010: Mama from London, Ontario writes: "Hello oil pullers! Does anyone know why we need an empty tummy for pulling? I have terrible dark circles under my eyes and people are always asking me if I feel okay - because I look so sick. They really bother me, and I'm sure the lack of sleep I suffer from isn't helping. I would like to do it 3 times a day but have trouble finding my tummy empty that often. There's usually some sort of something in there (raw honey, molasses, or green drinks of some sort, not necessarily food per say but something.
Any tips are welcome,
Thanks
Mama"
03/12/2010: Shirley from Singapore replies: "Hi, I OP on an empty stomach / I used to have black patch under my eyes. They are gone."
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02/28/2010: Bellaw from Basking Ridge, Nj, Usa writes: "I have been OP for awhile now and I feel great. I was talking to a friend about it. He mentioned that it might not be a good idea to OP if you have mercury fillings in your mouth. Can the Metal get in your body if you OP? I had these 2 fillings since a little girl. I am 42 and I was thinking about taking them out, but not sure. Can you help?"
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[SIDE EFFECTS] 02/22/2010: Cheryl from Yakima, Wa Usa writes: "I tried oil pulling for the first time with two teaspoons of olive oil and lasted only 4 to 5 minutes before the thought of swishing oil and spit around in my mouth made me gag and puke. I there anything that can be done about this?"
Replies02/22/2010: Lee from New York, New York replies: "I usually add another oil to the olive oil (clove, peppermint, just a couple of drops). Also, I much prefer the taste of coconut oil."
02/22/2010: Diane from Rochester, Mn, Usa replies: "Hi Cheryl, I use coconut oil. It has a much lighter consistency and flavor. Not nearly as objectionable!"
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02/15/2010: Tahiti from Monroeville, Pa, United States Of America writes: "Has anyone ever tried oil-pulling all day? Can it be harmful for you? I would like to try it to see what happens, but don't want to put myself in any danger. Any feedback will be appreciated. Thanks!"
Replies10/15/2010: Summerhaunt from Licking, Mo, United States replies: "To Tahiti: Once I did it all day while doing a 6 hour car drive. I kept a BIG cup with a lid next to me for spitting into. I had no problems at all oil pulling that long. I have also done several back to back, with no problems. I know of several people who also have done 5 or 6 back to back who reported a feeling of euphoria after perhaps the third or fourth. I have never gotten the euphoria, but it has helped clear brain fog, pain, keratosis pilaris, softened skin, and given energy boosts."
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01/31/2010: Kwinans from Tulsa, Oklahoma, Usa writes: "Do you do this rinsing procedure before or after the OP? Sounds good, I just don't know when to do it :)"
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01/29/2010: Lynn from Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia writes: "Hello.
I haven't tried the OP yet, but I did read your website, then clicked on the link you provided, http://www.oilpulling.org/
Your website says to do the first OP of the day BEFORE brushing your teeth, but the link says to do the first OP of the day AFTER brushing your teeth, tongue scraping and washing the mouth. Does it matter then whether it's before or after brushing your teeth? Thank you. I just want to get it right.
Kind regards from Australia, Lynn"
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01/23/2010: Rani from Port Townsend, Washington writes: "Hello...Rani here, yes I was reading on the borax remedy for pulling fluoride from the body and organs. In the process I jusmed over to oil pulling...but i remember reading one of the post that mentioned a remedy, oil, herb, ? that is the most potent natural antibiotic. I was on the oil pulling post and the one on borax and fluoride removal if that helps. If you know what I am talking about please let me know, I would so appreciate it. Thanks, Rani"
RepliesEC: Can't find it, but we're guessing it's either oregano oil or garlic.
Here is a page which may be helpful: http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/natural_antibiotics.html
01/24/2010: Sandy (sandhya) from Bangalore, India replies: "I think sea-salt was refered to as the most potent natural antibiotic."
01/24/2010: Judy from High Point, Nc replies: "Besides the EC suggestions, please add if she might be referring to grapefruit seed extract GSE or colloidal silver. I used the silver after long bout of stomach gastritis with Pylori, used Prilosec then Nexium & antibiotics but would always return until I used the silver, never a problem since. Hopes this helps someone."
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01/01/2010: Emily Page from Maysville, Ky, USA writes: "On Oil Pulling, Do you do it with or without dentures?"
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12/31/2009: Sharon from Peoria, Arizona writes: "Today was my first day of oil pulling. I just found out about this today from a book on loosing weight. I am using sesame oil. I would like to know if thickening of a lung would be helped by oil pulling. Would it also help with the prostate? Can teeth become healthier if they are not? I didn't see anyone post these types of conditions."
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[QUESTION] 12/23/2009: Arlene from Meredosia,, Il writes: "I tried the oil pulling, am only on the third day. My schedule is erratic, so it's hard to arrange to do this if I have to wait four hours between each time. Is there a reason for this? I haven't seen any results that I can swear are from this yet, since I have also started the acv treatment, and have had excellent results with it. I can breathe again, the first night, first time in months, my husband also tried it and had the same results. We are sold on the acv, hope to have good results from the OP. If anyone can tell me why we have to wait 4 hours in between OP, I'd greatly appreciate it."
Replies10/15/2010: Summerhaunt from Licking, Mo, United States replies: "I think one of the reasons they say to oil pull away from meals is because the swishing and chomping when you oil pull stimulates the gall bladder (chewing motions signal to the gall bladder that food is coming so release some bile). Waiting allows the oil pulling to stimulate the liver and gall bladder and get a mini-liver cleanse. If you do it too close to a meal, then you're not getting the added benefit of the liver/gall bladder stimulation.Also, perhaps too close to a meal has the oil absorbing some of the nutrients your body is trying to absorb from the food. But it's good either way... Still lots of benefits to get from the oil pulling whether you do around food or not. Better to do the oil pulling whenever you can make the time than not do it at all."
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[YEA] 12/23/2009: Jagadeesh from Bangalore, India, Karnataka, India writes: "I have been doing oil pulling for 3 days now and I feel freshness. It seems to be helping in my general conditions too."
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12/11/2009: Mira from Oshawa, On writes: "Oil pulling and Celiac/IBS
Hi there,
I am glad I have found this site last spring. I started oil pulling in February March this year and I stopped doing it when I became gluten intolerant in late spring. I was overwhelmed with all my symptoms and what to do about them. Anyway, I am now back to oil pulling for the last 5-6 days. I do it in the morning for 20 minutes sometimes more and sometimes twice a day. I love how my mouth feels after oil pulling.
But I am a little worried because I started having soft stools and diarrhea for the last 2 days. I wonder if my oil pulling wasn't what triggered my IBS this spring too. I don't know if that's because the oil is pushing my system to get rid of the last bits of gluten too. Anyway, after going gluten free in the summer, I was getting back to normal and having between 2-3 bowel movements but this morning by 12am, I already had 3 and around 1:00pm it was about 4 BM! I don't know if it is because of the cosmetics I use too.
I would appreciate feedback from anyone and specially those with gluten intolerance."
RepliesEC: Hi Mira, would you kindly tell us what oil you are using? Thanks!
12/11/2009: Mira from Oshawa, On replies: "Hi EC,
I use sesame oil and it says unrefined, organic and traditionally pressed and filtered. When I was researching on oil pulling and found this site, sesame was the oil that most people recommended."
EC: Thanks!
01/09/2010: Slim from Tacoma, Washington replies: "Hi OP'S.. I haven't had taste or smell since last May. I use bronchio inhalers and drink too much whiskey and seemingly have developed thrush mouth. Yuk.. I'd pee on a spark plug right about now to fix this taste problem, so if OP work's, WOW. Going to try the Oil of wild Oregano and Sesame Oil.. I'll post later if it works :-)"
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[QUESTION] 12/01/2009: Roxanne from Youngstown, Oh writes: "I am interested in trying the oil pulling, I was just wondering if I could incorporate it into my current routine (before I brush of course) of brush, floss, then mouthwash, or if the mouth wash would somehow interact or counteract with the oil pulling effects???? I was also curious if it would be at all beneficial to alternate oils ie. one in the am and one in the pm, since different oils have different benefits?"
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[SIDE EFFECTS] 11/27/2009: Simon from Guildford, Surrey writes: "I have been OP for 11 MONTHS now hoping for some relief from severe coeliac disease problems. I am at present crippled over with stomach pain and feeling as though I need the toilet all the time but it brings no relief. My hope is that OP will clear my system and maybe let my body start to heal itself, as I have been suffering severely with coeliac disease for years now.
I am 20 years old, and this is blighting my life and I am desperate for help.
Could this be OP? Im a bit frightened.
Simon"
RepliesEC: Can you please tell us what oil you are using?
12/11/2009: Mira from Oshawa, On, Ca replies: "@Simon from Guildford
Simon, I don't think oil pulling can give us relief from going back and forth to the washroom! I am pretty sure it has the opposite effect but I think maybe that's how it cleanses the system. Read my post from today. I am back to oil pulling after I stopped during the peak of my gluten intolerance problems. I remember when I started having IBS in the spring it was just after (maybe one month maybe less) starting oil pulling. I was very diligent with oil pulling as I find that it is a very easy technique to incorporate into my schedule. And now after a few days of oil pulling, I am having some symptoms back like itchy skin and I am having difficulty to fall asleep.My guess is that oil pulling precipitates the process of cleansing gluten from our system. In the spring, maybe it was the trigger to something that was already there but that I had no symptoms for. Let's not forget 50% of celiac people have 0 symptoms, others have less than the typical celiac.
I am no doctor but maybe you should interrupt oil pulling until you at least get rid of all gluten in your food and get back to oil pulling 2-3 months later. I am back after 5 months. It is just a suggestion."
12/21/2009: Kitkat from Macon, Georgia, Usa replies: "Simon, try deleting all breads/sugar and milk from your diet, all refined foods, basically for a while stick with vegetables, fruits and meats. give it a few weeks to see if it gives you some relief. Kathy"
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[SIDE EFFECTS] 11/05/2009: 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"
EC: Please tell us what type of oil you used. Thanks!
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