My first try at oil pulling - Page 11

CRosie · 06-17-2007, 05:17 AM

I just read through this whole thread, phew.

So the primary benefit that most people see is teeth whitening?

Thanks, Ro

Peony · 06-20-2007, 07:23 PM

I think the primary benefit is that the teeth are soooooo clean! Mine feel better than when they are cleaned at the dentist. My teeth will never be white, but they are much lighter than they were.

123Nkechi · 06-21-2007, 08:43 AM

I just read this whole thread and I am now convinced to give it a try. I will let you know how it goes.

CurveControl · 06-21-2007, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CRosie

I just read through this whole thread, phew.

So the primary benefit that most people see is teeth whitening?

Thanks, Ro

And, for me, appitite suppression, Though the claims are that it removes toxins from your bloodstream.

123Nkechi · 06-26-2007, 09:08 AM

Well I tried last Friday with flax oil (because it was all I had) and it was okay but I had the taste of flax oil in my throat all day. I really didn't see any change other than that. I am going to do it again with sunflower oil and try again but for now I will stick with plain ole mouthwash.

stilltryin · 07-01-2007, 11:05 AM

this is very interesting to me...
i tried this yesterday morning with evoo ( all i had) the oil did not turn white..
i later found grapeseed oil but couldnt find sunflower(will look again today)..
it turned white..then again this morning..i have been doing this for 20 minutes with no problem but i am using a teaspoonful..i also am doing this after drinking morning coffee..i dont think i could do it before without hurling..
i did notice my gums seem to be bleeding less already..didnt notice whitening but i am a coffee and tea drinker so that is probably defeating the purpose ..i will keep it up though...my teeth do feel cleaner..no grunge feeling(gross)..

anyone else use grapeseed oil? is it ok to use it?

Aceber · 07-08-2007, 04:10 PM

Hello, this is my first time posting to this web site. I have been a lurker for many months. I started do the pulling last week after reading on here about it. So far I have noticed that my teeth are whiter and that my skin is softer. My elbows were really rough and now they are not. My mother is a diabetic. Does anyone have proof that it has helbed them? Thank you...Ace

faithgirl · 07-09-2007, 07:14 PM

Is anyone still doing this? How is it going for you?

Aceber · 07-11-2007, 08:27 PM

I have been doing this 2 times a day for 2 weeks. I do see that my teeth are getting whiter. I was using olive oil. Now I am using the sunflower oil. It tastes much better. I do it for the whole 20 minutes. Any others still doing this?

paulabob · 07-12-2007, 08:01 AM

I have gotten too lazy...and my teeth have gotten yellower.

faithgirl · 07-12-2007, 11:07 AM

I've done it for a couple of days now. I've noticed my teeth feel cleaner. I am hoping for less sensitivity and healthier gums.

CurveControl · 07-13-2007, 04:40 PM

too much going on. I will restart next week when I get home. I really think it helps my teeth and my appitite.

Island of Bluebells · 07-14-2007, 09:44 PM

I think I started in February. I think it has lightened my teeth some (they were pretty stained) and my gums are great now, firm and pink. They improved within two weeks. I really love the clean, smooth feeling of my teeth. I started with olive oil and upgraded to walnut oil, at least 20 minutes at least once a day.

Rock on!

myth · 07-22-2007, 08:01 PM

i can not believe i read this entire thread and now feel that if i don't do this i will be missing out on something so healthy. very interesting and i will start tonite!!

CurveControl · 07-25-2007, 01:30 PM

I gotta get back into this!
I stopped when i 'lost' my sunflower oil, then this week I bought a new bottle, Went to put it up~ and there was the old bottle.

faithgirl · 07-25-2007, 05:42 PM

I have been doing this off and on, mostly on, for the past 2 weeks and my teeth feel very clean and my gums look pinker than they have in a long time. I think they might be a little less sensitive, but I'm not sure. I am using coconut oil since that's what I have in the house.

SD1136 · 07-27-2007, 07:44 AM

well, I read this thread last night, I went from Yuck, never, gag, etc.
To maybe, and I did it for the first time this am.
I used cocconut oil, which was already melted from the heat. I did the mouth thing while I took a shower, it wasnt as bad as I thought it would be. It was only a little grey when I spit it out. I am not quite sure why OIL would pull toxins out, Do you?
My mouth was ok after, I do have a linging taste even after I ate B/fast.
I doupt if I would do it more then once a day. But I am not looking for whiter teeth as my teeth at least the front ones are capped. Just healthier gums.
How is everyone else doing
sandi

faithgirl · 07-27-2007, 08:17 AM

I have no idea why it would pull toxins out. I am continuing, at least for now becuase i want my gums healthier. I think it helps somewhat with sensitivity, but I don't know becuase I am also using a sensitivity toothe paste, so probably not. I only do it once a day, and usually only about 10 minutes.

CurveControl · 07-27-2007, 03:51 PM

I have done it since my last post~ Seems to help the sensitivity to temp a LOT~ NOT something I could mistake as wishful thinking~ It Really has helped!

Aceber · 08-08-2007, 07:12 AM

Good morning everyone. I have been doing this for 6 weeks. 6 days a week 2 times and Satudays just in the evening. I can actually see that my teeth are whiter. My skin feels so soft. Is anyone else still doing the pulling?

WheelieGirl · 08-10-2007, 02:06 PM

I am intrigued by this thread. I went to WholeFoods today to get some oil and give it a shot. The only sunflower oil I found there is refined. Would that have the same benefit?

WheelieGirl · 08-14-2007, 01:21 PM

I have been oil pulling for 5 days now for about 10 minutes, once a day. My teeth feel much smoother and are less sensitive to temperatures. I have been doing more reading online about oil pulling and am concerned about the fillings in my teeth. Has anyone had problems with their metal filings coming out or loosening up?

Aceber · 08-14-2007, 08:34 PM

I have been doing it for over 7 weeks. I do it for at least 20 minutes 2 times a day, except for once on Saturdays. I have the metal fillings in my teeth. I have not had any problems with them. I love how my teeth feel after I do this. I used sunflower oil and ran out so now I am using safflower oil. I don't really feel any difference in the oils. Goo

freeman525 · 08-20-2007, 10:00 AM

Interesting idea!
Janice

faithgirl · 08-20-2007, 05:54 PM

Well, I am going to add this becuase I seem to be the only person experiencing this. I started well over a month ago and after several weeks I was in a lot of pain with my teeth. Extremely sensitive-if my mouth was open and I happened to be in front of a fan or something, my teeth really hurt a lot. Sugar and sodas, even diet sodas hurt a lot. We're talking throbbing pain here.

I thought it could not be the oil, but I stopped for a couple of weeks and i did use some stuff I found at the store-you brush it on your teeth near your gums and it cuts down on the sensitivity for a month. Then a couple of days ago I decided to try with the oil pulling again-several hours later I was having extreme sensitivity on a couple of my teeth that I did not use the desensitizing agent on. I did the oil again the next day and the same thing happened-several hours later I was in a lot of pain. I did not do the oil pulling yesterday nor this morning and I have not had any pain. I was using organic virgin coconut oil. I don't know why I am having this reaction. I have taken coconut oil internally and never had a problem. Needless to say I am not doing this again, although I might be willing to experiment if I ever come across some sunflower oil-i keep forgetting to buy some when I am at the store. My teeth did feel cleaner and I noticed a bit of whitening and my gums at first looked pinker. I had really hoped for some more health benefits from this...

Grizzy · 09-22-2007, 08:18 PM

I saw the link to this thread in the Kimmer one and decided to give this a try.

Is anyone else still doing it?

Wish me luck...

sungoddess · 09-22-2007, 10:40 PM

I started this tonight with coconut oil. I am hoping for healthier gums that are less sensitive!

kar_kar · 09-23-2007, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ketosis

I saw the link to this thread in the Kimmer one and decided to give this a try.

Is anyone else still doing it?

Wish me luck...

I'm going to start tomorrow (also found this through the fascination thread). I'm hoping for whiter teeth and less sensitivity. I'll post an update after a week or so. Good luck!

freyamoon · 09-23-2007, 07:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ketosis

I saw the link to this thread in the Kimmer one and decided to give this a try.

Is anyone else still doing it?
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07-27-2007, 07:44 AM	#317
SD1136 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: NY Posts: 58 Gallery: SD1136 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 6/11/07	well, I read this thread last night, I went from Yuck, never, gag, etc. To maybe, and I did it for the first time this am. I used cocconut oil, which was already melted from the heat. I did the mouth thing while I took a shower, it wasnt as bad as I thought it would be. It was only a little grey when I spit it out. I am not quite sure why OIL would pull toxins out, Do you? My mouth was ok after, I do have a linging taste even after I ate B/fast. I doupt if I would do it more then once a day. But I am not looking for whiter teeth as my teeth at least the front ones are capped. Just healthier gums. How is everyone else doing sandi __________________ Sandi

08-10-2007, 02:06 PM	#321
WheelieGirl Junior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SC Posts: 20 Gallery: WheelieGirl Stats: 157/154/120 WOE: Atkins Start Date: July 22, 2007	Hesitating I am intrigued by this thread. I went to WholeFoods today to get some oil and give it a shot. The only sunflower oil I found there is refined. Would that have the same benefit?

08-14-2007, 01:21 PM	#322
WheelieGirl Junior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: SC Posts: 20 Gallery: WheelieGirl Stats: 157/154/120 WOE: Atkins Start Date: July 22, 2007	Another Question... I have been oil pulling for 5 days now for about 10 minutes, once a day. My teeth feel much smoother and are less sensitive to temperatures. I have been doing more reading online about oil pulling and am concerned about the fillings in my teeth. Has anyone had problems with their metal filings coming out or loosening up?

08-20-2007, 05:54 PM	#325
faithgirl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: ca Posts: 2,987 Gallery: faithgirl WOE: dunno	Well, I am going to add this becuase I seem to be the only person experiencing this. I started well over a month ago and after several weeks I was in a lot of pain with my teeth. Extremely sensitive-if my mouth was open and I happened to be in front of a fan or something, my teeth really hurt a lot. Sugar and sodas, even diet sodas hurt a lot. We're talking throbbing pain here. I thought it could not be the oil, but I stopped for a couple of weeks and i did use some stuff I found at the store-you brush it on your teeth near your gums and it cuts down on the sensitivity for a month. Then a couple of days ago I decided to try with the oil pulling again-several hours later I was having extreme sensitivity on a couple of my teeth that I did not use the desensitizing agent on. I did the oil again the next day and the same thing happened-several hours later I was in a lot of pain. I did not do the oil pulling yesterday nor this morning and I have not had any pain. I was using organic virgin coconut oil. I don't know why I am having this reaction. I have taken coconut oil internally and never had a problem. Needless to say I am not doing this again, although I might be willing to experiment if I ever come across some sunflower oil-i keep forgetting to buy some when I am at the store. My teeth did feel cleaner and I noticed a bit of whitening and my gums at first looked pinker. I had really hoped for some more health benefits from this... __________________ Kathleen Last edited by faithgirl : 08-20-2007 at 06:00 PM.

06-17-2007, 05:17 AM	#301
CRosie Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 770 Gallery: CRosie Stats: 266/186/150 WOE: my own low carb/sometimes lowfat plan Start Date: May 21, 2007	I just read through this whole thread, phew. So the primary benefit that most people see is teeth whitening? Thanks, Ro

06-20-2007, 07:23 PM	#302
Peony Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Central PA Posts: 855 Gallery: Peony Stats: Down 26 WOE: Atkins Start Date: March 2007	I think the primary benefit is that the teeth are soooooo clean! Mine feel better than when they are cleaned at the dentist. My teeth will never be white, but they are much lighter than they were.

06-21-2007, 08:43 AM	#303
123Nkechi MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Girl Raised in the South (Carolina)! Posts: 1,146 Blog Entries: 20 Gallery: 123Nkechi Stats: Check out the countdown! WOE: LC or something like it... Start Date: Starting Over AGAIN!!! September 22, 2008	I just read this whole thread and I am now convinced to give it a try. I will let you know how it goes.

06-26-2007, 09:08 AM	#305
123Nkechi MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Girl Raised in the South (Carolina)! Posts: 1,146 Blog Entries: 20 Gallery: 123Nkechi Stats: Check out the countdown! WOE: LC or something like it... Start Date: Starting Over AGAIN!!! September 22, 2008	Well I tried last Friday with flax oil (because it was all I had) and it was okay but I had the taste of flax oil in my throat all day. I really didn't see any change other than that. I am going to do it again with sunflower oil and try again but for now I will stick with plain ole mouthwash.

07-01-2007, 11:05 AM	#306
stilltryin Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: phila.pa Posts: 443 Gallery: stilltryin Stats: 160/155/135 WOE: atkins	this is very interesting to me... i tried this yesterday morning with evoo ( all i had) the oil did not turn white.. i later found grapeseed oil but couldnt find sunflower(will look again today).. it turned white..then again this morning..i have been doing this for 20 minutes with no problem but i am using a teaspoonful..i also am doing this after drinking morning coffee..i dont think i could do it before without hurling.. i did notice my gums seem to be bleeding less already..didnt notice whitening but i am a coffee and tea drinker so that is probably defeating the purpose ..i will keep it up though...my teeth do feel cleaner..no grunge feeling(gross).. anyone else use grapeseed oil? is it ok to use it?

07-08-2007, 04:10 PM	#307
Aceber Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ohio "GO BROWNS" Posts: 27 Gallery: Aceber Stats: 155/123/118 Start Date: 10/01/06	Hello, this is my first time posting to this web site. I have been a lurker for many months. I started do the pulling last week after reading on here about it. So far I have noticed that my teeth are whiter and that my skin is softer. My elbows were really rough and now they are not. My mother is a diabetic. Does anyone have proof that it has helbed them? Thank you...Ace

07-09-2007, 07:14 PM	#308
faithgirl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: ca Posts: 2,987 Gallery: faithgirl WOE: dunno	Is anyone still doing this? How is it going for you?

07-11-2007, 08:27 PM	#309
Aceber Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ohio "GO BROWNS" Posts: 27 Gallery: Aceber Stats: 155/123/118 Start Date: 10/01/06	I have been doing this 2 times a day for 2 weeks. I do see that my teeth are getting whiter. I was using olive oil. Now I am using the sunflower oil. It tastes much better. I do it for the whole 20 minutes. Any others still doing this?

07-12-2007, 08:01 AM	#310
paulabob MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Texas Posts: 2,416 Gallery: paulabob Stats: 232/200.5/122 WOE: Atkins Start Date: 12/14/2006 restart March08	I have gotten too lazy...and my teeth have gotten yellower.

07-12-2007, 11:07 AM	#311
faithgirl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: ca Posts: 2,987 Gallery: faithgirl WOE: dunno	I've done it for a couple of days now. I've noticed my teeth feel cleaner. I am hoping for less sensitivity and healthier gums.

07-13-2007, 04:40 PM	#312
CurveControl Formerlychubchick Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 42,465 Blog Entries: 8 Gallery: CurveControl Stats: 200/ 186.0 /135 WOE: moderate carb, 30-60 grams Start Date: 3/25/08 sigh	too much going on. I will restart next week when I get home. I really think it helps my teeth and my appitite.

07-14-2007, 09:44 PM	#313
Island of Bluebells Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 5,212 Gallery: Island of Bluebells Stats: 150~Maintaining since 2004 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 2003	I think I started in February. I think it has lightened my teeth some (they were pretty stained) and my gums are great now, firm and pink. They improved within two weeks. I really love the clean, smooth feeling of my teeth. I started with olive oil and upgraded to walnut oil, at least 20 minutes at least once a day. Rock on!

07-22-2007, 08:01 PM	#314
myth Junior LCF Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 30 Gallery: myth Stats: 160/135 WOE: atkins Start Date: january 2008	i can not believe i read this entire thread and now feel that if i don't do this i will be missing out on something so healthy. very interesting and i will start tonite!!

07-25-2007, 01:30 PM	#315
CurveControl Formerlychubchick Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 42,465 Blog Entries: 8 Gallery: CurveControl Stats: 200/ 186.0 /135 WOE: moderate carb, 30-60 grams Start Date: 3/25/08 sigh	I gotta get back into this! I stopped when i 'lost' my sunflower oil, then this week I bought a new bottle, Went to put it up~ and there was the old bottle.

07-25-2007, 05:42 PM	#316
faithgirl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: ca Posts: 2,987 Gallery: faithgirl WOE: dunno	I have been doing this off and on, mostly on, for the past 2 weeks and my teeth feel very clean and my gums look pinker than they have in a long time. I think they might be a little less sensitive, but I'm not sure. I am using coconut oil since that's what I have in the house.

07-27-2007, 08:17 AM	#318
faithgirl MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: ca Posts: 2,987 Gallery: faithgirl WOE: dunno	I have no idea why it would pull toxins out. I am continuing, at least for now becuase i want my gums healthier. I think it helps somewhat with sensitivity, but I don't know becuase I am also using a sensitivity toothe paste, so probably not. I only do it once a day, and usually only about 10 minutes.

07-27-2007, 03:51 PM	#319
CurveControl Formerlychubchick Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Ohio Posts: 42,465 Blog Entries: 8 Gallery: CurveControl Stats: 200/ 186.0 /135 WOE: moderate carb, 30-60 grams Start Date: 3/25/08 sigh	I have done it since my last post~ Seems to help the sensitivity to temp a LOT~ NOT something I could mistake as wishful thinking~ It Really has helped!

08-08-2007, 07:12 AM	#320
Aceber Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ohio "GO BROWNS" Posts: 27 Gallery: Aceber Stats: 155/123/118 Start Date: 10/01/06	Good morning everyone. I have been doing this for 6 weeks. 6 days a week 2 times and Satudays just in the evening. I can actually see that my teeth are whiter. My skin feels so soft. Is anyone else still doing the pulling?

08-14-2007, 08:34 PM	#323
Aceber Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Ohio "GO BROWNS" Posts: 27 Gallery: Aceber Stats: 155/123/118 Start Date: 10/01/06	I have been doing it for over 7 weeks. I do it for at least 20 minutes 2 times a day, except for once on Saturdays. I have the metal fillings in my teeth. I have not had any problems with them. I love how my teeth feel after I do this. I used sunflower oil and ran out so now I am using safflower oil. I don't really feel any difference in the oils. Goo

08-20-2007, 10:00 AM	#324
freeman525 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Beautiful Western North Carolina Posts: 161 Gallery: freeman525 Stats: 241/215/145 WOE: Glycemic Index Start Date: Restart 7/28/08	Interesting idea! Janice

09-22-2007, 08:18 PM	#326
Grizzy Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Tazcat Travelling Relocation Tour 2008 Roadie Posts: 3,372 Gallery: Grizzy Stats: 200/150/130 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Jan 2005	I saw the link to this thread in the Kimmer one and decided to give this a try. Is anyone else still doing it? Wish me luck...

09-22-2007, 10:40 PM	#327
sungoddess MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 1,470 Gallery: sungoddess Start Date: not soon enough	I started this tonight with coconut oil. I am hoping for healthier gums that are less sensitive!