[Z]

Seems to be a bit of a fad at the moment, was reading about it earlier so thought I'd give it a try and it does seem to work!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_pulling

Oil pulling or oil swishing is a traditional folk remedy that involves swishing oil in the mouth. It is mentioned in the Ayurvedic text Charaka Samhita, where it is called Kavala Gandoosha or Kavala Graha. Ayurvedic literature describes oil pulling as capable of both improving oral health and treating systemic diseases such as diabetes mellitus or asthma. While scientific evidence is lacking to support any systemic benefits of oil pulling, some studies have suggested that it may reduce oral plaque, halitosis, and gingivitis when included in a regular oral healthcare program.

The practitioner rinses the mouth with approximately one tablespoon of oil for 15–20 minutes (on an empty stomach) before eating/drinking then spits it out and washes the teeth, gums, tongue (softly) and palate thoroughly. Cold pressed (raw) oil is often said to be critical to the alleged effectiveness. Sesame oil, sunflower oil, coconut oil and olive oil are the most recommended. Oil pulling is usually recommended to be done first thing in the morning, followed by rinsing the mouth with (sea salt) salt water and then brushing the teeth in a normal morning routine.

So yeah just tried it with vegetable oil there (apparently it works with any kind of cooking oil) for about 15 minutes - key thing is to NOT SWALLOW IT - when you spit it out it's all white from all the bacteria it pulls out from your mouth - essentially just a natural form of mouthwash.

[T*]

It'd taste horrid, but it'd do good.... I may try this....

[Josy]

Done it years ago

/before it was a fad

[Z]

You don't even taste anything, oil barely has a taste and you're not swallowing any of it, just swishing it around your mouth (saliva builds up) for 10-15 minutes.

[Z]

Originally Posted by Josy

Done it years ago

/before it was a fad

Ugh AND you have a purple username before most other people, such a trend setter

[MTVN]

Originally Posted by Josy

Done it years ago

/before it was a fad

Coconut oil by any chance?

[Josy]

Originally Posted by MTVN

Coconut oil by any chance?

Of course

[Z]

Originally Posted by Josy

Of course

Is it an urban legend that using coconut oil helps whiten teeth? Considering getting coconut oil tomorrow if that's the case

[T*]

Originally Posted by Zee

Is it an urban legend that using coconut oil helps whiten teeth? Considering getting coconut oil tomorrow if that's the case

[2]

[Kizzy]

you sat there for 15 mins with a gobful of vegetable oil?
corsodyl does the same thing in under a minute

[Z]

Originally Posted by Kizzy

you sat there for 15 mins with a gobful of vegetable oil?
corsodyl does the same thing in under a minute

I don't have any bloody Corsodyl Kizzy

[Kizzy]

well why not just gargle with salt water then? it's a natural antiseptic and would neutralise any acids.

[Josy]

Originally Posted by Zee

Is it an urban legend that using coconut oil helps whiten teeth? Considering getting coconut oil tomorrow if that's the case

Originally Posted by Cuda

[2]

I think it does a little but I suppose you would have to decide for yourself.

And you cant buy decent coconut oil from the supermarkets or Holland and Barret type places, buying online is the way to go.

[Josy]

Originally Posted by Kizzy

well why not just gargle with salt water then? it's a natural antiseptic and would neutralise any acids.

People use oil pulling as a lot more than a mouth wash

[MTVN]

You have convinced me to pop down to Aldi tomorrow and get myself a batch of the coconut oil stuff Josy

[Josy]

Originally Posted by MTVN

You have convinced me to pop down to Aldi tomorrow and get myself a batch of the coconut oil stuff Josy

Bountys don't count I'm afraid Matt

[Z]

Originally Posted by Josy

I think it does a little but I suppose you would have to decide for yourself.

And you cant buy decent coconut oil from the supermarkets or Holland and Barret type places, buying online is the way to go.

What brand of coconut oil would you recommend?

[Josy]

I have always used Biona but lots of people say Nutiva is the best.

[Smithy]

Lemme try this

[Z]

Originally Posted by Josy

I have always used Biona but lots of people say Nutiva is the best.

Magical coconut oil

[Z]

Apparently they sell Biona in the Holland and Barratt near me, I'll have a look in tomorrow morning

[Smithy]

Omg this oil tastes ****ing rank

[Smithy]

It's salty af

[Smithy]

I put too much in my mouth and couldnt swill it properly and ended up swallowing a bit and vomiting, I hate you Greg

[MTVN]

Sounds like a worthy experiment for all intents and purposes