Oil Pulling

[neci]

So I just swished coconut oil through my teeth for a whole three minutes. Then, I had to spit it out. I feel as if I have failed at sucking dick, because really it reminds me of cum gargling. Maybe I took in too large a load of oil, and should shoot for a smaller amount. I don't see how people do this for 20 minutes a day every day.

 

[JinSun]

So I just swished coconut oil through my teeth for a whole three minutes. Then, I had to spit it out. I feel as if I have failed at sucking dick, because really it reminds me of cum gargling. Maybe I took in too large a load of oil, and should shoot for a smaller amount. I don't see how people do this for 20 minutes a day every day.

Is there some medical benefit I'm unaware of?

 

[neci]

Is there some medical benefit I'm unaware of?

It's supposed to be good for the teeth, removing bacteria and toxins.
I went for 1/2 a tbs this time. My overactive saliva glands are not helping.

Spitting at the 2 min mark.

GAH!

 

[feistyphoenix]

They say you're supposed to start with a teaspoon sized amount and work up to a tablespoon. I do it a couple of times a week. I like how it makes my teeth feel clean and I love the smell of it too.

I know a girl who swears by it for hangovers. No idea if it's true.

 

[JinSun]

Huh...I'll have to try that hangover thing. Time to go full Monty Python and buy my ass some coconuts.

 

[feistyphoenix]

not the same thing lol

go to a health food store and ask them for it. It's all creamy and cloudy white colored and it melts at a very low temp.

I only swish it for 5 minutes at the longest, 20 is not happening. lol

 

[neci]

They say you're supposed to start with a teaspoon sized amount and work up to a tablespoon. I do it a couple of times a week. I like how it makes my teeth feel clean and I love the smell of it too.

I know a girl who swears by it for hangovers. No idea if it's true.

My teeth feel pretty nice right now. Tomorrow I'll try a smaller bit. I can't do that again tonight.

Huh...I'll have to try that hangover thing. Time to go full Monty Python and buy my ass some coconuts.

Refined coconut oil. I cook with it all the time. Good stuff.

 

[JinSun]

not the same thing lol

go to a health food store and ask them for it. It's all creamy and cloudy white colored and it melts at a very low temp.

I only swish it for 5 minutes at the longest, 20 is not happening. lol

Oh, gotcha I'm still buyin those coconuts. Once the monty calls me, I must come.

Refined coconut oil. I cook with it all the time. Good stuff.

Gotcha, I'll be back with a review.

 

[feistyphoenix]

you got two empty halves of coconut and you're bangin'em together!

 

[eyer]

Pull this.

 

[Wide_eyed_Indulgence]

I have been eating a tablespoon of good coconut oil a day for several years. A T. a day keeps the doctor away. Some brands are more delicious than others, but I would say I really like the taste. I don't do the oil pulling thing -- just eat it.

 

[Sinny]

http://skeptoid.com/blog/2013/11/11/oil-pulling-miracle-treatment-or-woo-mouthwash/

 

[MeekMe]

I've tried oil pulling with sesame oil, but not coconut oil. I couldn't do it for long. I use different oils for my hair and skin, perhaps I'll try oil pulling again.

 

[ms_ann_thrope]

Would butter work?

 

[neci]

http://skeptoid.com/blog/2013/11/11/oil-pulling-miracle-treatment-or-woo-mouthwash/

there's always a skeptic. i wouldn't go even close to the 'cure all' that some people describe, but i did read one article that described the fats from the oil binding to bacteria trapped between the teeth. that i can get behind. oral hygiene is linked to overall health in both western and eastern cultures. some rinse with chemicals, others natural oils. simply dismissing something, because scientific studies were only done in india doesn't do it for me. western medicinal culture as a whole (slowly evolving) dismisses natural and eastern remedies all too frequently, in exchange for a little pill.

 

[JohnnySavage]

there's always a skeptic. i wouldn't go even close to the 'cure all' that some people describe, but i did read one article that described the fats from the oil binding to bacteria trapped between the teeth. that i can get behind. oral hygiene is linked to overall health in both western and eastern cultures. some rinse with chemicals, others natural oils. simply dismissing something, because scientific studies were only done in india doesn't do it for me. western medicinal culture as a whole (slowly evolving) dismisses natural and eastern remedies all too frequently, in exchange for a little pill.

Or toothpaste.

 

[neci]

Or toothpaste.

brushing does not get all the nasties out. flossing.

 

[spacekowboy]

you got two empty halves of coconut and you're bangin'em together!

Post of the day.

 

[JinSun]

there's always a skeptic. i wouldn't go even close to the 'cure all' that some people describe, but i did read one article that described the fats from the oil binding to bacteria trapped between the teeth. that i can get behind. oral hygiene is linked to overall health in both western and eastern cultures. some rinse with chemicals, others natural oils. simply dismissing something, because scientific studies were only done in india doesn't do it for me. western medicinal culture as a whole (slowly evolving) dismisses natural and eastern remedies all too frequently, in exchange for a little pill.

It's probably because you can't patent something natural. So what do they do? Make a pill that does the same exact thing, only with way more chemicals that have an unknown effect on our body.

 

[Beco]

They say you're supposed to start with a teaspoon sized amount and work up to a tablespoon. I do it a couple of times a week. I like how it makes my teeth feel clean and I love the smell of it too.

I know a girl who swears by it for hangovers. No idea if it's true.

Are you talking about sperm or oil??

 

[catfish]

Would butter work?

That made me laugh irl.

 

[neci]

It's probably because you can't patent something natural. So what do they do? Make a pill that does the same exact thing, only with way more chemicals that have an unknown effect on our body.

this is why you shouldn't buy vitamins at walmart! most vitamins and supplements are not regulated by the FDA, and can add any fillers they want, without listing it on their label. eat your fresh fruits and veggies every day. if taking supplements, make sure you know where they are coming from, and just for the safe guard, are dr. approved. i will limit my rant to that for now.

 

[JinSun]

this is why you shouldn't buy vitamins at walmart! most vitamins and supplements are not regulated by the FDA, and can add any fillers they want, without listing it on their label. eat your fresh fruits and veggies every day. if taking supplements, make sure you know where they are coming from, and just for the safe guard, are dr. approved. i will limit my rant to that for now.

Totally agree. Only supplicant I ever take is echinacea, and that's very rarely. Apparently it's supposed to boost your immune system. I doubt it does anything really, but hey, the placebo effect is one hell of a thing.

 

[neci]

Totally agree. Only supplicant I ever take is echinacea, and that's very rarely. Apparently it's supposed to boost your immune system. I doubt it does anything really, but hey, the placebo effect is one hell of a thing.

i've grown echinacea in the garden before. it makes a wonderful tea. go for the root.

 

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