Infographic: Ayurvedic Oil Pulling

Infographic: Oil Pulling Method and Health Benefits

Oil pulling has been used in the Ayurvedic system of medicine for thousands of years to prevent and naturally treat a variety health conditions and ailments.

The most obvious health and beauty benefits of oil pulling are healthy gums, whiter teeth, a stronger jaw and soft lips.  Other benefits linked to oil pulling include relief from migraine headaches, hypertension, sinusitis, constipation, insomnia, inflammation of arthritis, asthma, constipation and chronic fatigue.

Oil pulling is also thought to help correct hormone imbalances, support normal liver function and naturally detoxify the body of  harmful toxins.

Traditionally, the oil of choice has been sesame oil.  Recent studies support the use of sesame oil due to its high concentration of antioxidants.

Some Ayurvedic practioners recommend alternating between a high quality, organic sesame oil, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil and sunflower oil in order to obtain a wide range of health benefits.

This infographic explains the method, which should be done on a daily basis.  For best results, use of a natural toothpaste and mouthwash is highly recommended.  Commercial toothpaste and mouthwash rinses generally contain many potentially harmful chemicals and toxic substances that are absorbed through the mouth in the same way that the healing antioxidants, vitamins and nutrients from healthy oils are absorbed during oil pulling.

These days there are many brands of natural toothpaste available.  These include Tom's of Maine, Nature's Gate, Dessert Essence, Earthpaste, Jason's and Himalaya Herbal Healthcare.


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Infographic: Where to Apply Essential Oils on the Body

Essential Oils: Where to Apply to the Body [Infographic]
from SISEL International

This wonderfully informative infographic provides a reference and guidelines on where on the body to apply different essential oils and essential oil blends.

Applying an aromatic essential oil in the right place is sometimes just as important as choosing the right oil to achieve specific objectives and results.

That said, most oils are thought to be highly effective when applied to the soles of the feet.  This advise was also given to me by the Ayurvedic practitioner during my Panchakarma retreat.   During the intensive detoxification treatment, I was required to rub organic Brahmi Oil into the soles of my feet every night after a detox bath and right before falling asleep.



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Infographic Source:  SISEL International

DIY Aromatherapy Detox Bath

This luxurious DIY aromatherapy detox bath recipe incorporates Epsom salt, baking soda, ground ginger and pure essential oil.

Aromatic essential oils have been recognized as having valuable healing properties for thousands of years.  They have been used in a wide variety of wellness applications and beauty treatments by the ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Chinese and in Indian Ayurvedic medicine.

When added to a bath, essential oils enhance the exeprience and aid in the detoxification process in a variety ways.  This depends, to a certain extent, on the choice of a particular oil, or combination of blended oils.

In aromatherapy, different essential oils are used for different purposes, as this infographic illustrates:

Ylang Ylang is soothing
Tea Tree is healing
Lavender is relaxing
Lemongrass is invigorating

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Where on the Body to Apply Essential Oils

To learn more about aromatherapy and essential oil uses, including safety precautions and hazardous or toxic oils which should be avoided, visit the following sites:

AromaWeb - Essential Oils Guide
Essential Oil University

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