Oil pulling is done through swishing oil in the
mouth. It is an Indian Ayurvedic technique in which the oil, preferably
non-toasted sesame oil is moved all around the mouth and pulled in between the
teeth by a pulling action.
Oil pulling slows down the aging process, as it
removes toxins from the body and heals tissues. According to Ayurveda, specific
locations on the tongue are related to specific organs of the human body.
Organs like stomach, intestines, colon, kidneys, spleen, liver, lungs, heart,
pancreas and spine each one of them has a particular area assigned to it on the
surface of the tongue. When oil is swished around in the mouth and teeth these
organ locations are stimulated due to the massage like actions of swishing and
pulling the oil.
Take 1 tablespoon of non-toasted sesame oil in the
mouth. Do not swallow. Swish this oil all around the mouth. Also, pull the oil
in between the teeth. All this swishing and pulling has to be done gently,
without effort & strain. Continue for about 15 to 20 minutes, on empty
stomach in the morning before you eat or drink anything. As you do this
procedure the oil which is yellow and viscous in the beginning will become
thinner as the saliva mixes with it. The toxins which start coming out will
also tend to make this oil lighter in color thin and foamy. Once you have done
it for the required amount of time, spit out the oil and rinse the mouth well
with water. You can brush your teeth after this in your usual way.
Do not swallow the oil as it is swarming with
bacteria. However if you happen to swallow it by chance, do not worry, it will
be eliminated in due course. It is better to do oil pulling with cold pressed
oil.
The most immediately noticeable effect is that the
teeth become whiter and firmer. The gums get pinker and the breath fresher.
Overall better dental health accrues by doing oil pulling for teeth.
Headaches, migraine, allergies, bronchitis, asthma,
arthritis, eczema, stomach ailments, heart disease, kidney diseases, mucus
congestion, ulcers, diabetes, back pain, skin problems, insomnia, sinusitis,
women's discomforts etc.
Please also remember the following: Remove dentures
before doing oil pulling for teeth. Pregnant and lactating mothers can also do
oil pulling for teeth. If more saliva is
secreted during oil pulling reduce the amount of oil taken initially. Quantity
of oil to be taken: Children over 5 years - 5 ml, Adults - 10 ml. Do not do
after a meal as vomiting might occur. Oil pulling can be done during fever,
illness or even when women have their periods.
Oil pulling for teeth has no side effects, though during the initial
phase of detoxification, some may develop experience congestion, more mucus
flow, pimples or headache. This is no cause for worry and is normal.
Sesame oil is the most preferred oil for oil
pulling since: It has a high levels of
antioxidants, phenols and tocopherols which reduce blood pressure and prevent
the degeneration of the blood vessels. It reduces cholesterol. It contains phytic acid, sesamol and sesamin
three very powerful antioxidants. Phytic acid slows down the aging process. It
does not stain and has no after taste. It is thought to boost the Vitamin E
levels in the body. It contains about
40% linoleic acid which is a good anti-inflammatory.
The information provided here is not a substitute
for professional medical advice. Please consult your physician or health care
provider before taking/practicing any home remedies, supplements or starting a
new health regime or practice. This
article is for health information purposes only.
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