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Congratulations on deciding to give OP a try! I really hope it helps you. Be sure to give it at least 30 days to see results.

It can still help, even if it is not cold-pressed. Most likely, because it is organic, it is cold-pressed. Is it possible to take a small bottle of oil with you while you travel? If not, don't worry about it -- just resume oil pulling when you return.

Keep in touch.

kebod

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My treatment: Oil pulling daily; candida diet (minimum of carbs, no sugars); omega-3 from canned salmon and sardines; sun exposure 10-15 minutes, 3 days a week, without sunblock; program to strengthen immune system; probiotic supplements; lots of water; moderate daily exercise; exfoliation with epsom salts and sugar several times a week. KP reduced 99%. If I go "off diet" -- grains, sugars, etc. -- or stop oil pulling, KP returns.

Please read post # 2329 on the previous page for instructions on how to oil pull. I hope it helps you.

kebod

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My treatment: Oil pulling daily; candida diet (minimum of carbs, no sugars); omega-3 from canned salmon and sardines; sun exposure 10-15 minutes, 3 days a week, without sunblock; program to strengthen immune system; probiotic supplements; lots of water; moderate daily exercise; exfoliation with epsom salts and sugar several times a week. KP reduced 99%. If I go "off diet" -- grains, sugars, etc. -- or stop oil pulling, KP returns.

What the...! People, quit spamming! Respect this forum as a place to share information about KP, not to push your own, personal agenda! Please.

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My treatment: Oil pulling daily; candida diet (minimum of carbs, no sugars); omega-3 from canned salmon and sardines; sun exposure 10-15 minutes, 3 days a week, without sunblock; program to strengthen immune system; probiotic supplements; lots of water; moderate daily exercise; exfoliation with epsom salts and sugar several times a week. KP reduced 99%. If I go "off diet" -- grains, sugars, etc. -- or stop oil pulling, KP returns.

very useful post. I would love to follow you on twitter.

Hi There,

i've just joined here and wanted to say hi to all of you!

Cheers

I just started OP about a week ago and have seen a mild improvement so far. I am using Sesame oil for OP and applying coconut oil externally. I will keep you posted.

Hi Kebod and everyone!
I am so glad to have found this awesome site and community. I read the oil pulling forums about 3 months ago and really wanted to try it. But I had an appointment with a dermatologist (first time in 12 years or so) and wanted to see if there were any incredible medical breakthroughs before I started sucking on oil. Nothing to report there.
I've had KP for as long as I can remember, and it has gotten worse into adulthood, spreading over almost my entire body. I am excited to try something that some people have had success with. Right now my skin bothers me so much, I won't even wear short sleeves around my husband.
I bought some organic, cold pressed coconut oil last night, and did my first 20 minutes today. The oil is solid in the jar, but it melts almost instantly to the touch. I run the jar under hot water in the sink for about 15 seconds and that melts enough for me to get more than a tablespoon. There was virtually no taste to it. I plan on taking some pictures so I can have something to compare my progress with.
The only question I had with the process is this. It's it ok to brush my teeth first? I admit I didn't read all 157 pages, but I did read the instructions a few pages back.

Thanks all for your contributions to this forum! I can't wait to really explore here sometime when I'm not at work .

I will post before/after pics when/if I start seeing results.

Hi Sara,

Welcome to our KP community.

I'm glad you are trying OP. To answer your question, it is best to brush your teeth after you oil pull. I usually rinse my mouth out with water when I first get up, then oil pull, then brush my teeth and drink a big glass of water.

Let us know if this helps.

Lisa, Please let us know if you see further improvement..

kebod

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My treatment: Oil pulling daily; candida diet (minimum of carbs, no sugars); omega-3 from canned salmon and sardines; sun exposure 10-15 minutes, 3 days a week, without sunblock; program to strengthen immune system; probiotic supplements; lots of water; moderate daily exercise; exfoliation with epsom salts and sugar several times a week. KP reduced 99%. If I go "off diet" -- grains, sugars, etc. -- or stop oil pulling, KP returns.

Thx for the reply Kebod. I will improve my methods tomorrow!

I really need to say how impressed I am with this forum. I am determined to catch up on this entire 157 page thread. I'm so captivated by all the stories and results people have had. So far I'm still reading posts from 2006, and Kebod is still here! Your enthusiasm is inspiring, and if you are still a believer after 4 years, then I am definitley a hopeful. Of course, after a lifetime of loathing my skin and wasting time and money on every other attempt, I won't hold you to any guarantees. But once again, thank you for all you've done to share this treatment with so many people longing for answers.

I fully intend to get involved and keep updating my progress, as well as learning from others.

Now, to explore the rest of the site. . . . :-)

It is useful to try everything in practice anyway and I like that here it's always possible to find something new.