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Sparkle
Ireland
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 Posted - Jan 31 2007 : 12:28:12 PM
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Hi
Have recently heard of this practice and have been doing it for a couple of days.
Has anyone heard of it or tried it?
http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies...pulling.html
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http://www.oilpulling.com/faq.htm
"The first sign of improvement is in the teeth-they become firm and white, he says. Other healing indications: fresh, relaxed feeling on waking up, disappearing dark pouches below the eyes, anew appetite and energy, better memory and deep sleep.
Dr Karsch swears by the mouth oil-wash for anything from organ-disorders, skin-diseases, menstrual problems, paralysis to every ache and it is in the human anatomy. You can gargle even when you have fever, he says, adding, it takes anything from two days to a year to cure a disease.
And if these claims sound exaggerated, he told a conference of Ukrainian cancer specialists, try out the process yourself.
Interestingly, Ayurveda advises oil gargling "to purify the taste-buds and the entire system", as explained by Dr Deepak Chopra in Perfect Health. According to this life science, the tongue is mapped by organ-locations — that is, each section of the tongue is connected to the kidneys, lungs, spleen, liver, heart, pancreas, small intestines, stomach, colon, and spine.
Thus, an oil-mouth-massage soothes and stimulates the key meridians where taste meets organ. Simultaneously, as in any skin-massage, the inner skin and lining of the mouth, palate and tongue become warm and supple and the lubrication prevents dryness (the vatic effect)."
Thanks in advance
Louis |
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Scott
USA
969 Posts |
Posted - Mar 16 2007 : 8:57:57 PM
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| I tried it a while ago for about a week and a half. I found that it really made me hungry. I was hungry enough! Please post back with any interesting findings that you have. |
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Hannah
38 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2007 : 10:17:04 AM
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| How does one dispose of the oil? |
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Scott
USA
969 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2007 : 5:57:35 PM
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| Spit it out into the sink or toilet. There are supposedly many toxins that are released, but the city water system takes care of that. |
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Hannah
38 Posts |
Posted - Mar 17 2007 : 6:54:28 PM
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Originally posted by Hannah
How does one dispose of the oil?
Allow me to clarify . . . . concerns here re: pouring oil down the sink or commode as it would tend to cause plumbing problems. |
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Etherfish
USA
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Posted - Mar 17 2007 : 7:40:04 PM
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No, it won't cause any plumbing problems. The oil is a liquid at any temperature the plumbing is at, so it flows the same as water.
The reason grease causes problems is it becomes a solid when cold. |
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Hannah
38 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2007 : 12:15:58 AM
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Hello All -
Well, I have been doing this off and on for several weeks now and I have to admit my teeth are white, white, white! Whoopee! 
I do have a technical question though . . . . . on the website it says to use a refined, cold pressed oil. I have been using an organic oil which is "100% pure expeller pressed/unrefined oil", sesame, produced by Mountain Rose herbs. I have total ignorance on the meaning of that!  I cannot deny how white the teeth are, but I would like to ensure that it is removing toxins. Also, I have been losing weight unintentionally. Is this a side effect?
Some oil expertise would be greatly appreciated! 
Gratitude |
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Hannah
38 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2007 : 5:52:10 PM
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| Anybody? Surely there is at least one aspiring ayurvedic doc candidate??? |
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Sparkle
Ireland
1457 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2007 : 6:09:41 PM
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Hi Hannah
Sorry I can't help you too much with this. I have tried the Oil Pulling for a few days at a time only. It didn't appear to do anything for me but I admit I have not given it a proper try.
I was more interested in it for my wife and daughter who have allergies but they are not inclined to try it either.
I do know someone who knows of several substantial cures with people she has recommended it to.
About the oil, it sounds like you are using a good quality organic semesie oil, which I think is the requirement.
It says in the literature that if the oil goes white that this indicates the toxins are coming out. To me it sounds like an indication that the oil is emulsifying with the saliva, which may mean the same thing?
When you say you are loosing weight, is this something you want to happen?
Anyway great to hear to are getting good results, keep us posted on the progress 
Cheers
Louis |
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Hannah
38 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2007 : 8:54:11 PM
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Hi Louis -
Thank you for the feedback. In all honesty, I do not know if it is detoxing me or not, or if I really need it much for that matter. I guess we all do to some extent though, yes? I can say however, that my teeth are EXTREMELY white. I may call Mountain Rose herbs tomorrow and ask them to explain to me the difference between refined and unrefined oils. As a general rule, they do carry very high quality "alternative" medicine supplies. I will ask if they are familiar with "oil pulling". Really a wild concept, isn't it?
At any rate, just the white teeth alone for $6.00 a bottle (I just finished the first one today) is not bad compared to dental whitening, which could add toxins to the body and cost a couple of hundred dollars  (guessing here). It is a bit of trouble though. It is harder than you might think to swish for 20 minutes at a time! I'm sure all my friends and family enjoy the added benefit of me keeping my mouth shut for that time as well! 
Much Love and Many Blessings to you! |
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Hannah
38 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2007 : 9:07:08 PM
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Oh sorry,
I forgot to add that yes, it does turn white, so maybe I am pulling toxins out! Whooppeeee! 
About the weight loss. . . . no, I do not need that, although I am sure others would like that as a side effect!
If I find any Earth-shattering news after calling them tomorrow, I'll be sure to pass it on here.
Oh, also I checked with my Dad who is an engineer about pouring it down the toilet as Etherfish suggested. He concurred that it would be safe. You guys are so cool! |
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Scott
USA
969 Posts |
Posted - May 15 2007 : 10:23:27 PM
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| Haha, it is very hard to swish for the full 20 minutes. Also, I noticed the weight loss effect too. I also got REALLY hungry. Awesome that your teeth became white. I might try it again just to see if I'd experience a similar effect. |
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jillatay
USA
206 Posts |
Posted - May 17 2007 : 2:23:37 PM
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I've been doing oil pulling for a few weeks now on and off. I use whatever Oil I have on hand (always cold pressed), now I'm using good coconut oil because it is so pleasant. I can't say for sure if anything has come about as a result except I get rid of a lot of phlem, the other day I almost threw up when it came down from my nasal passages. Has to be good to get rid of that guck.
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hopeless meditator
United Kingdom
38 Posts |
Posted - Jun 04 2007 : 3:54:51 PM
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| Is it OK to use olive oil? I tried this this morning, but felt nauseous after about 4 minutes, so I spat out the oil at that point! |
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Sparkle
Ireland
1457 Posts |
Posted - Jun 04 2007 : 4:33:26 PM
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It say in the instructions to use either Seseme oil or Sunflower.
Olive oil has a very strong taste compared to these and I certainly wouldn't want it in my mouth like that. |
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Eitherway
USA
100 Posts |
Posted - Aug 09 2007 : 1:37:21 PM
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| Can anybody give us an update on how the oil-pulling is going? thanks |
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sadhak
India
604 Posts |
Posted - Aug 21 2007 : 10:33:44 PM
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Hi Sparkle,
Was just rushing off, when I caught sight of this. 'Oil Pulling' as you call it, is an age-old Ayurvedic technique, done first thing in the morning, even before brushing. Cold pressed sesame oil is recommended.
It is good for killing toxic microbes, improving dental health considerably. It also reduces face aging (superficial wrinkles etc). It detoxifies, yes... but everybody needs to self pace according to their own bodies, just as in AYP. If there's a lot of stuff coming out at once, it can be very uncomfortable. On examination, I think it to be a good add on in physical cleansing and if practised holistically in combination with yoga.
I have done this off and on and discovered: whiter, stronger teeth, nicer mouth odour, expectoration of phlegm, clear head, and a lighter, more energetic feel. It made my meditation session deeper and lighter too. But I have just included this as part of my daily regimen- will post back after a period to let you know of long term.
Cleaning nasal passages with warm salty water (neti - a yogic shatkarma kriya) daily helps with allergies (you mentioned your wife and child). Apple cider vinegar, which should be easily available in the West, has also reportedly very positive effects in controlling allergies. You might want to explore that if you haven't already. (Google it, and you'll get lots of info).
Thanks for posting about this... meant to do it myself, and you've done it! |
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Sparkle
Ireland
1457 Posts |
Posted - Aug 22 2007 : 5:47:59 PM
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Hi sadhak
Nice to see you, havn't seen you around for a while.
Thanks for that info about neti and apple cidar vinegar for the allergies. Will present it to wife and daughter and see what happens
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I have done this off and on and discovered: whiter, stronger teeth, nicer mouth odour, expectoration of phlegm, clear head, and a lighter, more energetic feel. It made my meditation session deeper and lighter too. But I have just included this as part of my daily regimen- will post back after a period to let you know of long term.
I will try the seseme oil for a change, the sunflower does not seem to do much for me. |
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sadhak
India
604 Posts |
Posted - Aug 24 2007 : 12:35:43 AM
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Hi Sparkle,
It's nice to be here and catch up with you and everyone else... just don't manage to keep it up. So till I can be more regular, I make furtive trips here whenever.
I'd be interested to know if anything works... apple cider vinegar and sesame oil.
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