The Art of Oil Pulling: Heal, Detox, Whiten Teeth!

It certainly sounded awful!

I read about oil pulling shortly after I started using PURE essential oils.  I never gave it much thought, it certainly sounded awful and I respectfully declined without any further thought until recently when I came across a discussion in a forum on the subject.

In summary...

Oil Pulling is a safe, simple and gentle way to bring health to your mouth, ridding it of toxins and bacteria that turn into gingivitis and eventually full blown gum disease.  There are many who claim that it can cure and prevent disease, even extending life!

Oil pulling is gaining popularity because people are having positive results with it.  The basics of oil pulling involve swishing around 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, olive oil or any other quality oil around in your mouth for 20 minutes then spitting it out, you never want to swallow it!  It's a simple therapy and completely harmless...no ingesting of medication , just a thorough cleaning of mouth by oil.

Oil Pulling was practiced in Ayurvedic medicine evolved in India and is thought to be the oldest healthcare system on earth. Modern science is suggesting that advanced gum disease can be linked to diabetes, cardiovascular problems and pre-term births. There are studies underway exploring the connection between good oral health and overall health.  Much of the bacteria we come in contact with enters through our mouth.  Oil pulling removes toxins, bacteria and microorganisms that can cause disease and health issues.  From what I understand microorganisms in the mouth are single cell with an outside layer of fatty membrane.  When you swish oil in your mouth the fatty membrane is attracted to the oil therefore, toxins and bacteria hiding in gums and tissue are sucked out during the 20 minute oil pull.  This is why you never want to swallow the end result...please spit it out in the trash!  




One of the most common testimonials is whiter teeth!  I'm putting this claim to the test because I don't want to pay $400 to have the dentist bleach mine.  Crossing fingers!




Others claim benefits such as these:  reduced joint pain, opening of congested sinuses, skin disorders like eczema disappear, healing of chronic inflammation, heart disease (science ties poor oral health to heart disease and diabetes) and of course, gum disease and strengthening of loose teeth!

How do you oil pull?

It's suggested that an oil pull be done first thing in the morning before you eat breakfast.  This might pose a problem for me because coffee gets me outta bed, unlike oil pulling.  But, I'll work on that :)

All you need is a high quality vegetable based oil.  I experimented with two different coconut oils: my choice and favorite oil is Tropical Traditions Gold Label CO...that I use in EVERYTHING, including All Purpose Healing Salve.

Some sage EO users have a suggested recipe that calls for 2 drops of Oregano and 2 drops of Clove along with 1 T of Coconut Oil.  I happen to prefer 2 drops each of Shield Protective Blend and Melaleuca instead.  Two drops in two tablespoons of coconut oil makes for a smooth and slightly spicy oil pull, it's nice, it's anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and slows gum recession, awesome...just awesome!

Okay, let's get down to the nitty gritty...here's some ideas for specific oils to use when dealing with specific ailments.


Recommended EO based on issues:
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1.  Shield:  General immune system, mouth and gum health, teeth problems, halitosis, cold, flue, sore throat, virus.

2.  Oregano:  Flu, cold, virus, sore throat, swollen glands, cold sores, herpes, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antibiotic, anti-viral.

3.  Clove:  Mouth and gum, analgesic, anti-biotic, antiseptic.

4.  Frankincense:  Analgesic, cold and flu, mouth surgery, mouth trauma, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory.

5.  Geranium:  mouth and gum, throat, laryngitis, analgesic, antiseptic.

6.  Grapefruit: Cleansing, detoxifying, anti-septic, antibacterial.

7.  Lemon:  Cleansing, detoxifying, cold, sore throat, anti-septic.

8.  Lemongrass:  Herpes, halitosis.

9.  Melaleuca:  Cold, flu, immune system, braces irritation, gum and mouth sores, congestion, herpes, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antiseptic.

10.  Myrrh:  Mouth, teeth and gums, cold and flu, tonsillitis, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antiseptic.


Directions
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Take the oils into the mouth but don't swallow it.  Move the oils slowly in the mouth.  Sip, suck and pull through the teeth and under the tongue for 20 minutes.  Some people need to work up to this, I did it from the get go...just stay busy!  You want to thoroughly mix the oils with your saliva.  Swishing activates the enzymes and the enzymes draw toxins out of the blood.  As the process continues, the oil gets thinner and white.  When you're all done, spit the oil out into the garbage...do not swallow as it's full of toxins now.  Brush teeth with toothpaste.

During the oil pull the metabolism intensifies...which leads to improved health.  Very common to see loose teeth fit tighter, sores healed and a visible whitening of teeth!



I'm sold on oil pulling!  It's easy, it's economical and you don't have to say anything 20 minutes!  My mouth felt cleaner and my teeth felt like I had just come from the dentist!  

I encourage you to do your own due diligence on oil pulling, it's a fascinating study in alternative health care.  Interesting to note too, with {pure} plant essence available through Spark Naturals, this age old practice of oil pulling is seeing a resurgence in popularity. 

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