Adding Essential Oils to Your Oil Pulling Routine

Essential oils have many uses.  They can add a pleasing aroma, stimulate the senses or calm the senses, and aid in the well-being of the body.  They can be taken internally, applied topically, and defused into the air.  Below are just a few essential oils that you may consider adding to your oil pulling practice.

Oregano

Oregano oil is a "powerful antimicrobial that can help fight off infections. Oregano oil also has antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties." Dr Mercola  http://articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/oregano-oil.aspx 

Yesterday, I started to feel the slightest sore throat coming on, so I decided to add oregano oil to my coconut oil pulling regimen.  I use my rounded tablespoon of coconut oil and add 5-8 drops of oregano oil into the spoonful of oil and then proceed as normal, holding, swishing, and pulling the oregano infused coconut oil in my mouth for 20 min. I am repeating this process 3-4 times/day as I am fighting off an infection.

Oregano oil can also be ingested. It has a strong burning quality to it so if it is too strong, you can add it to a carrier oil such as coconut oil, or we even use just a teaspoonful of cream or half & half to swallow it down.  We often take 4 drops/day on a regular basis as a preventative.  If you find that the oil bothers your stomach, try eating some food with it or you can also take it in a capsule by either adding a few drops to an empty capsule or buying it already encapsulated.

Frankinsense

"Due to its antiseptic properties, frankincense oil is a great addition to any oral hygiene regimen.... It can help prevent dental health issues like tooth decay, bad breath, cavities, or oral infections. You can also consider making your own toothpaste by mixing frankincense oil with baking soda." Dr. Axe  http://draxe.com/what-is-frankincense/

Lavender

"Lavender oil is known for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antidepressant, antiseptic, antibacterial, and antimicrobial properties. " Dr. Mercola  http://articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/lavender-oil.aspx





Tea Tree

"Tea tree oil has been long valued for its antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. In the 1920s, it was used in dentistry and surgery to clean wounds and prevent infections." Dr. Mercola http://articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/tea-tree-oil.aspx

Peppermint 

Peppermint oil extract is shown to be more effective than the mouthwash chemical chlorhexidine in preventing the development of biofilm that contribute to cavities. It can also prevent bad breath. To use, just add one to two drops to your toothpaste. Dr Mercola http://articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/peppermint-oil.aspx