oil pulling??? - Page 3

anniemo · 01-21-2008, 08:48 PM

crowekitty - i'm not sure about fillings. i haven't had any issues. my teeth are better than ever.

blondie baby - i would think it would be great for braces cleaning.

realityjunkee · 01-21-2008, 08:49 PM

Okay after reading this thread I dug out my coconut oil, grabbed a chunk and went to town. It really wasn't bad at all, didn't make me

(of course I like coconut oil) and my teeth really do feel nice. I figured it'd come out all black and gross with big chunks of stuff in it, but it was just white when I spit it out...lol. It did have a couple of tiny white specks, but I just figured that was coconut, hehehe. It does feel very nice though!

Blondie Baby · 01-21-2008, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by anniemo

crowekitty - i'm not sure about fillings. i haven't had any issues. my teeth are better than ever.

blondie baby - i would think it would be great for braces cleaning.

Thanks Anniemo. I always have coconut oil in the house - cooking oil, hair oil, body oil......Might as well try this.

Lildudesmommy · 01-21-2008, 09:33 PM

will it work w/ any oil?

i have truffle, Garlic- Olive, and Vegtable

jacksmixedtape · 01-21-2008, 09:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Lildudesmommy

will it work w/ any oil?

i have truffle, Garlic- Olive, and Vegtable

I would save your truffle (sounds amazing!) and garlic oil for some yummy lc dishes.

lisabinil · 01-22-2008, 03:16 AM

I used CO and didn't notice any difference in the whiteness of my teeth. I "pulled" for 15 minutes and was soooo glad to brush my teeth afterward. I have a sinus infection and am calling the doc today and thought this might help. I will give it another go. When I spit it I didn't have much come out with the oil.

debkeversole · 01-22-2008, 05:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lisabinil

I used CO and didn't notice any difference in the whiteness of my teeth. I "pulled" for 15 minutes and was soooo glad to brush my teeth afterward. I have a sinus infection and am calling the doc today and thought this might help. I will give it another go. When I spit it I didn't have much come out with the oil.

keep at it!

JBo · 01-22-2008, 06:03 AM

After I oil pull, I use q-tips in my ears, the netti pot for my nose, then I do the total colon cleanse. I feel clean as clean as a whistle.

Now, if I could just get rid of this darn belly button lint.

SwitzBride · 01-22-2008, 07:02 AM

Lisabinil - You should try a netti pot for that sinus infection. I thought my FIL was insane when he recommended one for me last time I was stuffed up - but they do wonders! Natural and homeopathic and it works. Add a drop of tea tree oil to the saline water to really soothe your sinuses.

Okay, now back to topic -- I tried the CO oil pulling last night. I don't know about it getting toxins out, but I'm always up for anything that will make my mouth and teeth healthier and whiter, so I gave it a shot. Didn't make me gag, as long as I didn't focus on it. I think I'll be sure to floss first next time as I found it hard to pull through my teeth. My tongue got a workout. I can't say I noticed a lot from it, though the flesh in my mouth does feel better. My mouth was all sore from eating lots of sunflower seeds to keep me awake on a loooong late night car trip Sunday (best way to stay awake driving EVER!). But it does feel better today. Maybe my teeth are shinier, I dunno. I'll keep at it for a while though and see how it really goes.

lisabinil · 01-22-2008, 07:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SwitzBride

Lisabinil - You should try a netti pot for that sinus infection. I thought my FIL was insane when he recommended one for me last time I was stuffed up - but they do wonders! Natural and homeopathic and it works. Add a drop of tea tree oil to the saline water to really soothe your sinuses.

Okay, now back to topic -- I tried the CO oil pulling last night. I don't know about it getting toxins out, but I'm always up for anything that will make my mouth and teeth healthier and whiter, so I gave it a shot. Didn't make me gag, as long as I didn't focus on it. I think I'll be sure to floss first next time as I found it hard to pull through my teeth. My tongue got a workout. I can't say I noticed a lot from it, though the flesh in my mouth does feel better. My mouth was all sore from eating lots of sunflower seeds to keep me awake on a loooong late night car trip Sunday (best way to stay awake driving EVER!). But it does feel better today. Maybe my teeth are shinier, I dunno. I'll keep at it for a while though and see how it really goes.

I have one and use it but don't like to add anything as my nose bleeds easily-it has been cauterized in a spot-a weird curve at the back of my nasal passages.

LaRae · 01-22-2008, 10:21 AM

I have wondered what "oil pulling" was! I am so intrigued; it sounds so beneficial. I am already taking CO in my coffee each morning, so I am going to try it for my teeth, etc. I currently mix water and peroxide in my mouth and swish it around each morning, but this sounds more beneficial.

I am also interested in the tooth soap. What is it, and where do you buy it?

Thanks for all the info!

Zer · 01-22-2008, 10:29 AM

I too was curious about tooth soap. I've got some liquid peppermint flavor soap that I'm sure would work. It's Dr.Bronner's brand, a hemp soap. Hemp. Yeah, as in marijuana, I guess. Happy soap!!! >wink<

http://www.dld123.com/q&a/index.php?cid=774 suggests some ways to scrub teeth with soap that is free of toxic elements and probably tastes good too.

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Originally Posted by LaRae

...tooth soap. What is it, and where do you buy it?

Thanks for all the info!

Yes, this board offers an amazing array of info!

debkeversole · 01-22-2008, 10:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zer

I too was curious about tooth soap. I've got some liquid peppermint flavor soap that I'm sure would work. It's Dr.Bronner's brand, a hemp soap. Hemp. Yeah, as in marijuana, I guess. Happy soap!!! >wink<

http://www.dld123.com/q&a/index.php?cid=774 suggests some ways to scrub teeth with soap that is free of toxic elements and probably tastes good too. Yes, this board offers an amazing array of info!

Hemp is not Mary Jane! doesn't contain THC (i think that's the compound) i reckon it's good for making just about everything and we can't cultivate it because of the resemblance

realityjunkee · 01-22-2008, 06:32 PM

I'm doing it right now! (Oil pulling, lol--not Mary Jane!)

Lil Donna · 01-22-2008, 07:18 PM

So I've read this whole thread and I want to make sure I understand oil pulling.

How much do you use?
Once it is in your mouth do you suck it through your teeth and if so, how?
You do this for a whole 20 minutes without swallowing? Is that possible?
The whole losing my filling thing has me a little scared because I have several fillings and very bad dental insurance... is there anything in writing about this happening and has it ever happened to anyone here?

Thanks!

haystar · 01-22-2008, 07:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by realityjunkee

I'm doing it right now! (Oil pulling, lol--not Mary Jane!)

Zer · 01-22-2008, 07:29 PM

Thanks for this info. I was mistaken. You are correct, that hemp is NOT at all the same as marijuana, and there is a popular confusion on this matter. Too bad for those who might benefit from production of hemp. What gives?

Quote:

Originally Posted by debkeversole

Hemp is not Mary Jane! doesn't contain THC (i think that's the compound) i reckon it's good for making just about everything and we can't cultivate it because of the resemblance

So I can use my Dr.Bronner's liquid soap without feeling like a naughty girl. Sigh.

CherryCola · 01-23-2008, 06:42 AM

I've never had any issues with the time factor...I normally just sit here and "Pull" when I'm checking emails or watching TV.

Zenngrl · 01-23-2008, 06:56 AM

I'm using Kroger brand Sunflower Oil and haven't had any adverse reactions. Is this okay? I notice my teeth are whiter and my gums and tongue are very pink and healthy!

LaRae · 01-23-2008, 07:04 AM

I plan to start this today. I just wondered how all of you learning about oil pulling. I had never heard of it until I joined this board about 7 months ago.

How does it make your skin soft and help the rough skin on the heels? You don't swallow the oil (although I do take the CO in my coffee every morning) so I just wondered how that worked.

Thanks for all the help from everyone. This has been a great thread!

debkeversole · 01-23-2008, 07:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zer

Thanks for this info. I was mistaken. You are correct, that hemp is NOT at all the same as marijuana, and there is a popular confusion on this matter. Too bad for those who might benefit from production of hemp. What gives? So I can use my Dr.Bronner's liquid soap without feeling like a naughty girl. Sigh.

oh zer ! i didn't mean to take away a naughty pleasure!

sometime it feels good to be a little NAUGHTY

CherryCola · 01-23-2008, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zenngrl

I'm using Kroger brand Sunflower Oil and haven't had any adverse reactions.

That's the exact oil I've been using. I'm not sure what the thoughts are on refined versus expeller stuff...

debkeversole · 01-23-2008, 07:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LaRae

I plan to start this today. I just wondered how all of you learning about oil pulling. I had never heard of it until I joined this board about 7 months ago.

How does it make your skin soft and help the rough skin on the heels? You don't swallow the oil (although I do take the CO in my coffee every morning) so I just wondered how that worked.

Thanks for all the help from everyone. This has been a great thread!

the oil from oil pulling takes impurities and you spit it out. the less impurities and toxins the better your whole body does

CO that you don't pull with is great to take internally!

LaRae · 01-23-2008, 07:14 AM

I'm doing it now! It's not bad at all! I've only been pulling for about 5 mins., but I don't find it repulsive at all! Since I was already taking the CO, maybe that helped.

Tecnokitty · 01-23-2008, 10:03 AM

I am trying this now. I know I will not make it 20 minutes this time. It isn;t gross at all but app my mouth keeps making too much saliva. Hopefully I'll get better at this as I keep trying.

Zer · 01-23-2008, 10:33 AM

What spooks me about the 20mins is how afraid I am that I'll just SWALLOW it, as my swallow reflex is so fast that I find myself swallowing food almost before it's properly chewed. That's why I stopped drinking with meals, to force me to chew and create enough saliva to aid digestion. With water at hand, I was just washing unchewed food down my gullet. So, a mouthful of warm oil+saliva is a trigger - and I keep a spitjar handy so I can spit if I get an urge to swallow.

Old habits die hard.

I'm so excited at the prospect of white teeth! I had given up all hope of ever smiling without horrifying folks with my 'rat-teeth' gone so dingy and all. Sigh.

01-23-2008, 10:33 AM	#86
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01-21-2008, 08:48 PM	#61
anniemo MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: brooklyn, ny Posts: 1,024 Gallery: anniemo WOE: whole organic lc Start Date: november 2007	crowekitty - i'm not sure about fillings. i haven't had any issues. my teeth are better than ever. blondie baby - i would think it would be great for braces cleaning.

01-21-2008, 08:49 PM	#62
realityjunkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Missouri, USA Posts: 1,485 Gallery: realityjunkee Stats: 326/197.4/150 WOE: Atkins--you betcha! Start Date: March 2007	Okay after reading this thread I dug out my coconut oil, grabbed a chunk and went to town. It really wasn't bad at all, didn't make me (of course I like coconut oil) and my teeth really do feel nice. I figured it'd come out all black and gross with big chunks of stuff in it, but it was just white when I spit it out...lol. It did have a couple of tiny white specks, but I just figured that was coconut, hehehe. It does feel very nice though!

01-21-2008, 09:33 PM	#64
Lildudesmommy Loungie Cat Lady Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Kissimmee, FL Posts: 7,977 Gallery: Lildudesmommy Stats: 293.6/254/135 WOE: right now Weight Watchers Start Date: on off plans since 2004	will it work w/ any oil? i have truffle, Garlic- Olive, and Vegtable

01-22-2008, 03:16 AM	#66
lisabinil Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: suburbs of Chicago Posts: 7,299 Gallery: lisabinil Stats: 214/185/180 287 in 00 WOE: higher carb Atkins/Carb Cycling Start Date: SBD 3/5/07,Atkins 4/18/07	I used CO and didn't notice any difference in the whiteness of my teeth. I "pulled" for 15 minutes and was soooo glad to brush my teeth afterward. I have a sinus infection and am calling the doc today and thought this might help. I will give it another go. When I spit it I didn't have much come out with the oil.

01-22-2008, 06:03 AM	#68
JBo Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2007 Location: SoDak Posts: 147 Gallery: JBo Stats: 230/185/160	After I oil pull, I use q-tips in my ears, the netti pot for my nose, then I do the total colon cleanse. I feel clean as clean as a whistle. Now, if I could just get rid of this darn belly button lint.

01-22-2008, 07:02 AM	#69
SwitzBride Senior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 305 Gallery: SwitzBride Stats: 205.5/?/145 WOE: Atkins Start Date: Original achievements 207/173.0	Lisabinil - You should try a netti pot for that sinus infection. I thought my FIL was insane when he recommended one for me last time I was stuffed up - but they do wonders! Natural and homeopathic and it works. Add a drop of tea tree oil to the saline water to really soothe your sinuses. Okay, now back to topic -- I tried the CO oil pulling last night. I don't know about it getting toxins out, but I'm always up for anything that will make my mouth and teeth healthier and whiter, so I gave it a shot. Didn't make me gag, as long as I didn't focus on it. I think I'll be sure to floss first next time as I found it hard to pull through my teeth. My tongue got a workout. I can't say I noticed a lot from it, though the flesh in my mouth does feel better. My mouth was all sore from eating lots of sunflower seeds to keep me awake on a loooong late night car trip Sunday (best way to stay awake driving EVER!). But it does feel better today. Maybe my teeth are shinier, I dunno. I'll keep at it for a while though and see how it really goes.

01-22-2008, 10:21 AM	#71
LaRae MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: OKlahoma Posts: 1,341 Gallery: LaRae Stats: 273 (highest)/268(started Atkins)243/231/150 WOE: My Low-Carb Plan Start Date: June 13, 2007	I have wondered what "oil pulling" was! I am so intrigued; it sounds so beneficial. I am already taking CO in my coffee each morning, so I am going to try it for my teeth, etc. I currently mix water and peroxide in my mouth and swish it around each morning, but this sounds more beneficial. I am also interested in the tooth soap. What is it, and where do you buy it? Thanks for all the info!

01-22-2008, 06:32 PM	#74
realityjunkee MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Missouri, USA Posts: 1,485 Gallery: realityjunkee Stats: 326/197.4/150 WOE: Atkins--you betcha! Start Date: March 2007	I'm doing it right now! (Oil pulling, lol--not Mary Jane!)

01-22-2008, 07:18 PM	#75
Lil Donna MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 2,596 Gallery: Lil Donna Stats: 170(01/04)highest ever/127/140/120 WOE: Atkins (mostly) Start Date: Every Monday	So I've read this whole thread and I want to make sure I understand oil pulling. How much do you use? Once it is in your mouth do you suck it through your teeth and if so, how? You do this for a whole 20 minutes without swallowing? Is that possible? The whole losing my filling thing has me a little scared because I have several fillings and very bad dental insurance... is there anything in writing about this happening and has it ever happened to anyone here? Thanks!

01-23-2008, 06:42 AM	#78
CherryCola MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 1,336 Blog Entries: 8 Gallery: CherryCola Stats: 184.0/143.6/149.8 5'10" WOE: High Fat	I've never had any issues with the time factor...I normally just sit here and "Pull" when I'm checking emails or watching TV.

01-23-2008, 06:56 AM	#79
Zenngrl Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Ohio Posts: 4,028 Gallery: Zenngrl Stats: Nunya :O) WOE: Low Carb, my way!	I'm using Kroger brand Sunflower Oil and haven't had any adverse reactions. Is this okay? I notice my teeth are whiter and my gums and tongue are very pink and healthy!

01-23-2008, 07:04 AM	#80
LaRae MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: OKlahoma Posts: 1,341 Gallery: LaRae Stats: 273 (highest)/268(started Atkins)243/231/150 WOE: My Low-Carb Plan Start Date: June 13, 2007	I plan to start this today. I just wondered how all of you learning about oil pulling. I had never heard of it until I joined this board about 7 months ago. How does it make your skin soft and help the rough skin on the heels? You don't swallow the oil (although I do take the CO in my coffee every morning) so I just wondered how that worked. Thanks for all the help from everyone. This has been a great thread!

01-23-2008, 07:14 AM	#84
LaRae MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: OKlahoma Posts: 1,341 Gallery: LaRae Stats: 273 (highest)/268(started Atkins)243/231/150 WOE: My Low-Carb Plan Start Date: June 13, 2007	I'm doing it now! It's not bad at all! I've only been pulling for about 5 mins., but I don't find it repulsive at all! Since I was already taking the CO, maybe that helped.

01-23-2008, 10:03 AM	#85
Tecnokitty Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: McKinney, Texas Posts: 3,371 Gallery: Tecnokitty Stats: Before: 222/125/150 After baby/Now:241/161/160-165 WOE: Atkins 72 Maint., I'm 5'7", 34 years old Start Date: restarted 6/22/07. In a size 6 jeans now!	I am trying this now. I know I will not make it 20 minutes this time. It isn;t gross at all but app my mouth keeps making too much saliva. Hopefully I'll get better at this as I keep trying.