Coconut Oil Benefits That Will Make You Look And Feel Better

How To Use Coconut Oil

The first three benefits are based on internal use, meaning you need to ingest coconut oil in order to experience those benefits. (But you don’t have to eat it plain—you can use it for cooking or put some in a smoothie!) The last four benefits come from external use, which usually means applying it to your skin, hair, teeth, etc. So now that we’re all clear on how to use it, let’s get to the good part! :-)

7 Impressive Benefits Of Coconut Oil

1. Weight Loss

Research suggests that coconut oil may be able to aid in weight loss! Coconut oil is packed with medium-chain saturated fats, which are more likely to be burned as energy than other types of fats. They also require more energy to burn, which may lead to a boost in your metabolism that helps burn more fat.

2. Heart Health

Coconut oil increases HDL cholesterol (also known as “good” cholesterol). This type of cholesterol can help reduce your risk of heart disease.

3. Immunity

Coconut oil has antimicrobial and antiviral properties that can help your body fight off germs and bacteria.

4. Hair Care

Coconut oil makes a great moisturizer for your hair! It can help protect your tresses and keep them soft, shiny, and beautiful. Learn how to make a naturally nourishing coconut oil hair treatment at the link below!

5. Skin Care
In addition to its antimicrobial qualities, coconut oil also has an anti-inflammatory effect. This effect can be helpful for treating skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis, dry skin, and more. Just slather it onto your skin liberally! (You can always cover the skin up afterwards with clothing to avoid transferring the oil onto other surfaces.)

6. Yeast Infections

A 2007 study found that coconut oil can quash the growth of Candida, a fungus that causes common infections like yeast infection, thrush, and diaper rash. On top of that, the anti-inflammatory effect of coconut oil can provide a soothing effect for the burning and itching feeling that these infections commonly produce.

7. Bones & Teeth

People have been using coconut oil for the traditional Indian practice of “oil pulling” for thousands of years. And relatively recent research suggests that the benefits of oil pulling are real—at least when it comes to plaque formation. A 2017 study found that plaque scores dropped significantly after only 7 days of the participants swishing with coconut oil.

Oil Pulling For A Healthier Mouth!

Now this is going to strike many of you as really strange and don’t worry, I won’t be offended if you just don’t “get it” at first, because I didn’t! As a matter of fact, I read about this thing called “oil pulling” several months ago and thought that’s crazy!  

I think I probably need to back up here and explain what this “oil pulling” actually is. It’s a strange name for a seemingly strange practice. Basically, it is swishing oil in your mouth for a short time each day to improve oral health. Kind of like using an oil as mouthwash. Oil dissolves oil and so it is able to break up and swish away plaque and toxins without harming your teeth or gums. It also has the added effect of whitening teeth and improving gums. 

How To Do Oil Pulling:

• Put 1-2 teaspoons of oil in your mouth. If it’s cold, allow the oil to melt.
• Swish the oil around in your mouth by pushing, pulling, and drawing it through your teeth for 15 to 20 minutes. The best time is in the morning before eating breakfast, but can be done before any meal.
• Spit out the oil. NEVER SWALLOW because it is now loaded with bacteria and other nasty stuff.
• Always spit into the garbage, not the sink. Coconut il will harden below 76 degrees. NOT good for your drain pipes.
• Rinse your mouth out with water, then brush your teeth.

Many advocates of oil pulling suggest safflower, sunflower or vegetable oil; but studies have found higher quality oils to be more effective. The anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties of  organic extra virgin coconut oil make it the perfect choice for oil pulling. It also has a milder taste.

Here is a handy list of other essential oils and their specific uses that could be used as an enhancement to oil pulling:

1. Defend Blend: General immune system, mouth and gum health, teeth problems, halitosis, cold, flue, sore throat, virus. 2. Oregano: Flu, cold, virus, sore throat, swollen glands, cold sores, herpes, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antibiotic, anti-viral. 3. Clove: Mouth and gum, analgesic, anti-biotic, antiseptic. 4. Frankincense: Analgesic, cold and flu, mouth surgery, mouth trauma, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory. 5. Geranium: mouth and gum, throat, laryngitis, analgesic, antiseptic. 6. Grapefruit: Cleansing, detoxifying, anti-septic, antibacterial. 7. Lemon : Cleansing, detoxifying, cold, sore throat, anti-septic. 8. Lemon grass: Herpes, halitosis. 9.  Tea tree: Cold, flu, immune system, braces irritation, gum and mouth sores, congestion, herpes, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antiseptic. 10. Myrrh: Mouth, teeth and gums, cold and flu, tonsillitis, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, antiseptic.

My best use of coconut oil is in my deodorant- since last 4 1/2 years, I stopped deodorant spray bought from stores, as our daughter-in-law told me that she read it leads to breast cancer. Since, I'm already a thyroid cancer patient, she didn't want me to suffer from any more cancer. So, read some articles, then made my own deo from all that I've in my kitchen shelf!

coconut oil 2 tsp

rose water 2 tsp 

baking soda 1/2 tsp 

I mix all these well in a small container and use it with my fingers to dab on after my bath. I found it more effective than store bought one, as even in the worst sultry days, I didn't smell bad after all that sweating ! It is cheap, effective.

Those who can stand strong smell, can add any essential oil instead of rose water. Due to COPD, I'm allergic to strong smells, so preferred rose water, as it is mild.

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What Is MCT Oil, and Why Is It Good For You?

One of the fastest-rising stars of the low-carb keto (or ketogenic) diet is MCT or medium-chain triglycerides. MCTs are a form of naturally-occurring fats that are shorter than typical lipid compounds, and are thus much easier for the body to break down and convert to energy, and so less likely to be stored in the body as fat.

MCTs are most commonly found in coconut oil, palm kernel oil and dairy products. However, coconut oil and dairy products are also rich in saturated fats that increase levels of “bad” cholesterol, and palm kernel oil is harvested through incredibly unethical methods that are disastrous to the environment and are threatening to kill off several endangered species, including the orangutan.
But that doesn’t mean you should give up on MCTs, as these beneficial fats are also available as a standalone product with a much smaller volume of saturated fats. MCT oil can be a terrific alternative for mainstream cooking oils, and as long as the product you’re using is derived from coconuts, your conscience shouldn’t be bothering you. But why are these good for us to begin with?

1. It promotes weight loss
There are several reasons why MCT oil could help you reach your weight-loss gains. For one, the body breaks down MCTs a lot faster than other fats and can use it as an instant source of energy, which, as mentioned, can prevent the accumulation of fat tissue in the body.
Secondly, MCT consumption has been shown to promote the release of “fullness” hormones which will keep you from snacking or eating overly large helpings of food. It also appears to have a beneficial effect on gut health.
Finally, MCT has been shown in several different studies to be an effective means to lose weight, and more specifically shed off adipose tissue in obese men. This, in turn, could be critical in promoting a healthier heart, and reduced chances of contracting cardiovascular disease.

2. It’s a great substitute for carbs
Because of its faster breakdown rate, MCT makes for a terrific source of energy that can also promote ketosis, the process in which the body burns excess fat for energy, in lieu of carbohydrates.
Additionally, MCT reduces the buildup of lactic acid during intense physical exertion, which can cause sore and weak muscles following exercise. Lactate buildup is the result of the body breaking down carbs at a breakneck pace. Because you’re using fat instead of carbs, lactic acid levels dropdown.

3. It can prevent bacterial and yeast infections
MCTs appear to possess antibacterial and antifungal effects, as they appear to kill off infectious fungi such as several yeast species, as well as several types of disease-causing bacteria, particularly ones that affect the gastrointestinal tract.

4. It could help prevent epileptic seizures
Weight loss isn’t the only reason to incorporate MCT oil in your kitchen. As mentioned before, MCT oil consumption promotes ketosis, which, beyond burning fat burning, also increases the production of ketone bodies, molecules derived from fatty acids that are capable of empowering brain function. Several pieces of research have shown that higher ketone production was associated with decreased seizures in people suffering from epilepsy.

5. It might help to stave off Alzheimer’s
While studies on the topic are still rudimentary, and further research is needed to make substantive claims, there is reason to believe ketosis can help in preventing or mitigating brain decay in neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s. The reason is one of the characteristics of Alzheimer’s is a reduced ability of the brain to absorb energy from carbohydrates. By reducing brain dependency on sugars and supplementing it with ketone bodies, we could potentially improve brain function in people with Alzheimer’s.

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