Benefits of Coconut Oil

Three Reasons Coconut Oil can Help You Lose Weight

From NaturalNews.com

(NaturalNews) Sorting through fact and fiction when it comes to weight loss is a tough order, especially when fad diets spring to life and wither away all in the same season. Many claims have been made about coconut oil and weight loss, but a number of whole food enthusiasts know this one is the real deal. And that’s because coconut oil is more than a weight loss aid: it’s a well-documented health food. Take it from experts like Dr. Bruce Fife and Dr. Mary Enig, both of whom speak volumes about the merits of coconut oil, when they vouch for its credibility. Coconut oil really can help you lost weight, and here’s three reasons why:

#1 Get a Metabolism Boost

Coconut oil is one of the most abundant sources of medium-chain fatty acids, and these nifty little triglycerides can work wonders for a sluggish metabolism. In a study that looked at the effect of medium-chain fatty acids on metabolism, it was found that these fats could increase the metabolic rate by up to 48 percent and for up to 24 hours. If your metabolism has been damaged by dieting or stress, a daily dose of coconut oil can do wonders for getting it back on the right track.

#2 Balance Your Blood Sugar

The profound effect coconut oil seems to have on the metabolism extends to insulin function as well. This may be because coconut oil can supply the body with energy similar to blood glucose, but without having a negative impact on blood sugar and insulin levels. Including coconut oil before or during a meal also lowers the glycemic impact of what you’re eating, which prevents those dreaded blood sugar highs and lows.

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Coconut Oil Hair, Skin and Scalp Treatment

Popular beauty blogger “anneorshine” posted this article “Natural Remedy for Dry Skin and Itchy Scalp” about coconut oil with a related video on YouTube below. The beauty experts are more and more discovering and talking about the benefits of coconut oil for healthy and beautiful hair and skin.

Our skin is the largest organ and it acts as a protective shield on our body. However it also absorbed products that we put on it. There are many skin products out there in stores. Some beauty labels says “natural”, some says “anti-aging”. It sure sounds tempting to buy them all but do we really want to pollute our own body?

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Colony Collapse Disorder Treated at Bennett's Honey Farm With Nutiva Coconut Oil

by Mark Bielski,  Nutiva Customer Service

Large Honey Farm in Fillmore CA pioneers a non- chemical “soft” method to treat Colony Collapse Disorder

What do kiwis, watermelons, and coconuts have in common?  Yes, they are all excellent foods, no doubt about it.  They are also three plants among a multitude in nature that are dependent on bees to pollinate them.  The coconut plant in addition may now have something to give back to the bees.

Colony Collapse Disorder has been in the news for years now, and there are many theories about what is causing the demise of the precious honey bee in our world.  Everything from cell phone transmissions to GMO crops and pesticides have been talked about.  We do know that a lot of bees have become infested with two different types of mites in the US since 1984 and that these mites are causing havoc to the worker bees and the hives; often resulting in high bee mortality and total collapse of the hives.  In 2007 some beekeepers reported losses of their hives as high as 80%.

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Twelve Ways to Use Coconut Oil (Besides Cooking)

From Natural News, June 12, 2009 by: Elizabeth Walling

(NaturalNews) In the past several years, coconut oil has become a sort of rising star in the world of health food. More and more homes have a jar of organic extra virgin coconut oil on their pantry shelf. But coconut oil is more than a healthy cooking alternative. There are endless ways to use coconut oil that extend far beyond the occasional cookie or stir-fry. Here are twelve creative uses for a classic health food:

Colds and Sore Throats – Coconut oil has antimicrobial properties that can help you recover from a cold. Mix it with warm tea and honey for a very soothing throat remedy.

Cuts and Scrapes – Coconut oil can be used as a topical cream for common cuts and scrapes, protecting against infection while conditioning the skin to heal faster. It may also prevent scarring.

Dandruff – Several times per week, coat your fingertips with coconut oil and massage it into your scalp for an easy dandruff cure. This is an effective yet gentle method, suitable for young children or babies with cradle cap, too.

Deodorant – You can use coconut oil by itself as a deodorant that leaves underarms feeling silky soft, or you can add baking soda and cornstarch for advanced odor protection.

Detoxification – There are many methods for detoxifying the body, but coconut oil is unique because it can provide energy while cleansing the body. One popular method is to take 1-2 tablespoon of coconut oil seven times per day for one to seven days to cleanse the body from toxins, impurities and candida.

Fungal Infections – Coconut oil contains strong antifungal agents, and can be used to treat fungal infections like athlete’s foot, ringworm, thrush and vaginal yeast infections. You can use it internally and topically for these conditions.

Hair Conditioner – Apply a thin layer of coconut oil to your scalp and hair. Allow it to soak for several minutes and then wash as usual. There is no need to use other conditioners with this method, even after washing with shampoo.

Lip Balm – Lip moisturizers are filled with chemicals, and natural products are often pricey. If you need a moisturizer for your lips, try coconut oil in a commercial lip balm container.

Make-up Remover – Coconut oil is a very effective make-up remover, so you can toss out all the chemical-laden products from the drug store. It’s also a natural moisturizer, so it won’t cause dryness or irritation.

Skin Conditions – Since coconut oil is moisturizing, antimicrobial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory, it’s a great natural remedy for all kinds of skin problems ranging from eczema to acne to diaper rash.

Sun screen – Coconut oil provides effective and natural sun protection without exposing your body to the toxic chemicals and metals in conventional sun block. Coconut oil protects against free radicals, which provides added protection against skin cancer.

Toothpaste – Mix an equal amount of coconut oil and baking soda for an all-natural, fluoride-free toothpaste. Add spearmint or peppermint oil with stevia for a fresh, sweet flavor.

As you can see, there is more to coconut oil that what meets the eye – or the frying pan!

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Making Love In The Kitchen: Lube up…with coconut oil.

coconutby Meghan Telpner
See original article on www.meghantelpnerblog.com

Meghan Telpner is a Toronto-based nutritionist and holistic lifestyle consultant. Her Making Love In The Kitchen video series will bring you tips on how to prepare healthful, nutritious goodness from whole foods.

Coconut
I love coconut. I love coconut water. I love coconut milk. I love coconut meat. Perhaps most of all, I love coconut oil. When I was down in the Caribbean for my little holiday, one of the things I loved most is getting fresh coconut right off the beautiful palms! [click to continue…]

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Benefits of Coconut Oil

This is part 2 of a slightly modified version of Ray Peat’s article on the benefits of coconut oil, which is found here.

Plants evolved a variety of toxins designed to protect themselves from “predators,” such as grazing animals. Seeds contain a variety of toxins, that seem to be specific for mammalian enzymes, and the seed oils themselves function to block protein digestive enzymes in the stomach.

The thyroid hormone is formed in the gland by the action of a protein digestive enzyme, and the unsaturated oils also inhibit that enzyme. Similar protein digestive enzymes involved in clot removal and immune function appear to be similarly inhibited by these oils.

Just as metabolism is “activated” by consumption of coconut oil, which prevents the inhibiting effect of unsaturated oils, other inhibited processes, such as clot removal and immune function, will probably tend to be restored by continuing use of coconut oil. [click to continue…]

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