Thursday, June 05, 2008
Want to know why you should eat coconut oil every day????
Here's a listing of reasons for a daily dose of coconut oil:
- it helps your body find its set body weight by normalizing your bodily systems
- you'll lose fat and get a needed boost to a slow metabolism
- it neutralizes and often kills bacteria, infections and viruses in the body
- it beautifies the skin boosting moisture and glow
- it helps minimize candida
- it boosts the immune system
- it neutralizes cholesterol levels -- raising or lowering as necessary
- it promotes healthy heart-related processes
- it improves the thyroid function
You can say coconut oil is going to repair and boost skin, hair and internal functions. There are very few things that do so much for less than $10 per jar.
Go get some coconut oil -- what do you have to lose!!
Here's a listing of reasons for a daily dose of coconut oil:
- it helps your body find its set body weight by normalizing your bodily systems
- you'll lose fat and get a needed boost to a slow metabolism
- it neutralizes and often kills bacteria, infections and viruses in the body
- it beautifies the skin boosting moisture and glow
- it helps minimize candida
- it boosts the immune system
- it neutralizes cholesterol levels -- raising or lowering as necessary
- it promotes healthy heart-related processes
- it improves the thyroid function
You can say coconut oil is going to repair and boost skin, hair and internal functions. There are very few things that do so much for less than $10 per jar.
Go get some coconut oil -- what do you have to lose!!
Labels: body, coconut oil, extra virgin coconut oil
Monday, May 05, 2008
Problems tolerating Coconut Oil?
I just read some great material talking about tolerating Coconut Oil. Some people have found that they don't tolerate it well and experience heart palpitations or maybe have some problems digesting coconut oil. I also read that sometimes this stems from having substantial toxic build up in the body (which causes all sorts of problems). For coconut oil to work effectively, you have to maximize absorption.
It is kind of similar to washing dishes in dirty water but expecting them to come out clean. You have to clean your body first for something as healing as coconut oil to work well. One way to clean out the toxins is to take 1/2 lemon + 1 T. sea salt + 8 oz of water daily. This will help to regularly rid the toxins so your body can absorb and utilize the coconut oil better.
I also just read a great idea: mix your coconut oil in with yogurt and berries and eat it for breakfast every morning. I don't like the slimy taste and feel of coconut oil so this is great for mr!
I just read some great material talking about tolerating Coconut Oil. Some people have found that they don't tolerate it well and experience heart palpitations or maybe have some problems digesting coconut oil. I also read that sometimes this stems from having substantial toxic build up in the body (which causes all sorts of problems). For coconut oil to work effectively, you have to maximize absorption.
It is kind of similar to washing dishes in dirty water but expecting them to come out clean. You have to clean your body first for something as healing as coconut oil to work well. One way to clean out the toxins is to take 1/2 lemon + 1 T. sea salt + 8 oz of water daily. This will help to regularly rid the toxins so your body can absorb and utilize the coconut oil better.
I also just read a great idea: mix your coconut oil in with yogurt and berries and eat it for breakfast every morning. I don't like the slimy taste and feel of coconut oil so this is great for mr!
Labels: build up, coconut oil, healthy food, toxins
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Coconut Oil and Blisters
Have you ever used coconut oil to heal blisters faster? You would be so surprised at how quick a blister coated in coconut oil several times a day heals. Here is what you do regardless of if the blister's skin has been broken or not:
- wash the area and allow to dry
- gingerly dab coconut oil all over and around the blister
- cover with a bandage during the day to protect fabrics that may get into contact with the coconut oil
Sit back and watch your blister heal quickly with a lot less pain!
Have you ever used coconut oil to heal blisters faster? You would be so surprised at how quick a blister coated in coconut oil several times a day heals. Here is what you do regardless of if the blister's skin has been broken or not:
- wash the area and allow to dry
- gingerly dab coconut oil all over and around the blister
- cover with a bandage during the day to protect fabrics that may get into contact with the coconut oil
Sit back and watch your blister heal quickly with a lot less pain!
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Coconut oil is everywhere!!!
It is funny how now that you know the wonderful benefits and properties of coconut oil -- you see it in everything. I am no longer afraid of coconut oil as an ingredient or no longer afraid of the saturated fat in coconut oil. The benefits of coconut oil far outweigh the saturated fat included. Even if you only used coconut oil topically (on your skin, hair, etc.), you would be in so much better shape.
I liken coconut oil usage to the way I feel about aloe vera gel. I would much rather use aloe vera gel to heal things rather than an ointment. There are two many potential reactions to medicines vs. aloe vera which rarely results in any kind of reaction. This is how coconut oil is for your body inside and out. Time and time again you will see people question it, but rarely will you ever see adverse reactions when people use coconut oil as a curative.
Try it:
- in your food/protein shakes
- on your skin
- on your hair
- in your pet's food
Anywhere inside or out where you can tolerate a tiny bit of greasiness or tropical flavor!!
It is funny how now that you know the wonderful benefits and properties of coconut oil -- you see it in everything. I am no longer afraid of coconut oil as an ingredient or no longer afraid of the saturated fat in coconut oil. The benefits of coconut oil far outweigh the saturated fat included. Even if you only used coconut oil topically (on your skin, hair, etc.), you would be in so much better shape.
I liken coconut oil usage to the way I feel about aloe vera gel. I would much rather use aloe vera gel to heal things rather than an ointment. There are two many potential reactions to medicines vs. aloe vera which rarely results in any kind of reaction. This is how coconut oil is for your body inside and out. Time and time again you will see people question it, but rarely will you ever see adverse reactions when people use coconut oil as a curative.
Try it:
- in your food/protein shakes
- on your skin
- on your hair
- in your pet's food
Anywhere inside or out where you can tolerate a tiny bit of greasiness or tropical flavor!!
Monday, February 04, 2008
Why Coconut Oil is a Different Kind of Fat
I don't think I fully understood how coconut oil works -- okay, it seemed like a fairy tale that this could really be a good fat and help me lose weight. Here's the scoop:
Many oils that we eat (most, in fact) are quickly stored in the body as fat (making weight loss more difficult). They are composed of Long Chain Triglycerides. There has been research done from a couple of sources to indicate that coconut oil acts different in the body. It is composed of Medium Chain Triglycerides which make it significantly different -- which greatly impacts weight loss. Here is how coconut oil is different:
- it revs up metabolism
- it makes you feel fuller, longer
- it is easily digested (which is great for people who have trouble digesting fat)
- it has a bonus of lauric acid and caprylic acid which has some wonderful health benefits (antiviral and antifungal properties plus support immune function)
Coconut oil is really a wonderful weight loss tool as well as a healthy way to incorporate good fat into your diet.
I don't think I fully understood how coconut oil works -- okay, it seemed like a fairy tale that this could really be a good fat and help me lose weight. Here's the scoop:
Many oils that we eat (most, in fact) are quickly stored in the body as fat (making weight loss more difficult). They are composed of Long Chain Triglycerides. There has been research done from a couple of sources to indicate that coconut oil acts different in the body. It is composed of Medium Chain Triglycerides which make it significantly different -- which greatly impacts weight loss. Here is how coconut oil is different:
- it revs up metabolism
- it makes you feel fuller, longer
- it is easily digested (which is great for people who have trouble digesting fat)
- it has a bonus of lauric acid and caprylic acid which has some wonderful health benefits (antiviral and antifungal properties plus support immune function)
Coconut oil is really a wonderful weight loss tool as well as a healthy way to incorporate good fat into your diet.
Labels: coconut oil, metabolism, weight loss
Friday, January 04, 2008
Coconut Oil and Weight Loss
I (like many others) and vowing to lose weight once and for all this year. I am going to do the things I need to do to lose weight, feel great and be healthy.
As part of my plan, I am reading the book UltraMetabolism. I was so surprised to read that you have to have saturated fat in your diet and and excellent source is coconut oil, raw coconut and other good quality coconut products. Yeah!!
I am such a fan of the health benefits of coconut oil that I was please to see this fabulous wonder product recognized in such and esteemed book.
I believe it is about time we shifted our thinking about coconut products and saturated fats. Not all saturated fats are equal and our bodies do need all types of fat to function properly.
Score one for coconut oil!
I (like many others) and vowing to lose weight once and for all this year. I am going to do the things I need to do to lose weight, feel great and be healthy.
As part of my plan, I am reading the book UltraMetabolism. I was so surprised to read that you have to have saturated fat in your diet and and excellent source is coconut oil, raw coconut and other good quality coconut products. Yeah!!
I am such a fan of the health benefits of coconut oil that I was please to see this fabulous wonder product recognized in such and esteemed book.
I believe it is about time we shifted our thinking about coconut products and saturated fats. Not all saturated fats are equal and our bodies do need all types of fat to function properly.
Score one for coconut oil!
Wednesday, December 05, 2007
| Coconut oil good or bad? |
I found this great web site on natural health. The website addressed a question about the effectiveness of coconut oil and I thought I would share it with you here: "Q: Dear Dr. Mao, I have seen articles that praise coconut oil and others that denounce it as unhealthy. What are your thoughts on coconut oil? A: Coconut oil is made from the fleshy white part of the coconut. It is a fat rather than an oil and consists of almost 90% saturated fat. There is abundant research indicating that saturated fats are bad for the cardiovascular system and cause atherosclerosis, as well as other serious health issues. In fact, one study comparing safflower oil with coconut oil showed that three hours after consuming a meal cooked with coconut oil, the coronary arteries were hindered from expanding to increase blood flow; after six hours, the anti-inflammatory qualities of the HDL (the good cholesterol) in the blood was greatly diminished. The results for the safflower oil were reversed." Excepted from www.askdrmao.com http://www.askdrmao.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=533&Itemid=37 |
