You just need to start slowly and work up in terms of time. I would try with the tablespoon of oil though. Maybe the teaspoon just wasn't enough for you.
I recently suggested to someone that they give OP a 2-week trial period -- jsut hold off on making a judgment about it for several days. I think this is what I am going to start saying now. Just try it and you will know whether it is for you or not very shortly! It's simple, easy, and there are a lot of people around here who have seen early and dramatic results.
Good luck, keep posting about your experience please, and happy pulling!