Benefits of Coconut Oil
THE DOCTOR’S PRESCRIPTION FOR
Practical Insights into the World of Natural Healing
Fuel from Life-Changing Benefits of Coconut Oil
the Tropics By Bruce Fife, N.D., C.N.
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oday, new studies are revealing You see, most other dietary fats are not
The sweet aroma of
just how beneficial coconut oil used right away to create energy. Rather,
is for your health and vitality. they are stored in the body (as body fat) in
coconut oil conjures up
Incorporating coconut oil into your diet order to provide a back-up energy supply.
– either on its own or as an alternative Most dietary carbohydrates, on the other
visions of sandy white
to cooking oils or spreads with low hand, are burned immediately by the
nutritional value – can yield a myriad of body to produce energy. Any excess is
beaches, aquamarine water
benefits, including: converted into fat and stored for later use.
and swaying palm trees. • Accelerated weight loss
• Improved heart health Coconut oil is unique because of its MCT
content, which allows it to be metabolized
But coconut oil is much • Healthy skin & hair
like a carbohydrate by the body to create
energy immediately, rather than being
more than a delight for When Triglycerides Are a Good Thing
Coconut oil is made up of special fatty accumulated by the body and turned into
fat. Nearly 50 percent of coconut oil is
the senses; it’s a powerful acids called medium-chain triglycerides
(MCTs). While we tend to think of made up of MCTs.
source of nutrition. In fact, triglycerides as bad, the medium-chain
variety is actually good for you. In Because MCTs are metabolized right away,
the body gets a boost of instant energy
the coconut palm is often fact, MCTs are widely used by high-
endurance athletes because of their upon ingesting them. And because these
fatty acids are easily absorbed by cells,
referred to as “the tree powerful energy-producing properties.
The MCTs in coconut oil – lauric acid, metabolism increases. This burst of energy
has a stimulating effect on the entire body.
of life” among Asian and caprylic acid, and capric acid – have
been reported to possess a wide variety So consuming coconut oil can actually
help increase your metabolism and, thus,
Pacific Islanders because of of health benefits.
help you lose weight.
its wide range of uses — The Ultimate Fuel for the Body
It seems counterintuitive that Getting Heart Smart
Multiple studies have shown that certain
from traditional medicines, consuming fat can actually help you
lose fat. Just remember – not all fats populations – such as Polynesians and
Filipinos – who consume high levels of
to food and drink, to body are created equal! When it comes to
coconut oil, you might just be surprised coconut oil, generally have lower levels of
blood cholesterol and better heart health
and hair tonic. by how different it is from other fats.

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compared to other cultures. Thanks milk daily. However, much smaller Choosing the Best
to its MCT content, coconut oil has amounts will still be beneficial; great
been shown to increase HDL, the good results can be experienced with just Coconut Oil:
cholesterol, which favorably affects one tablespoon per day.
the cholesterol ratio (the relationship
As with any oil, the best
between total and HDL cholesterol). Many people enjoy taking coconut
oil by the spoonful, but most prefer coconut oil is the freshest
Radiant Beauty to incorporate it into the diet as
Coconut oil has long been a staple a replacement for butter or other
coconut oil.
in producing cosmetics, soaps and spreads. It also works well for cooking,
conditioners for lustrous skin and hair – especially for baking, sautéing
Look for a product that:
and with good reason. It’s a wonderful vegetables and making grilled
• Has been cold-pressed
moisturizer that can relieve dryness sandwiches. Coconut oil can withstand
and flaking, diminish the appearance moderately high temperatures without or expeller pressed for the
of fine lines and wrinkles, and ease the the risk of creating toxic by-products,
pain of sunburned skin. The medicinal and its light, subtle taste won’t
freshest flavor
properties of the MCT lauric acid have overpower other foods.
• Is extra-virgin (minimally
also proven helpful in healing rashes
and acne. Additionally, coconut oil Externally, coconut oil may be applied processed, unrefined and
makes great massage oil because of its to the body to keep hair and skin soft
healing and non-staining properties. and supple. For soft, rich feeling hair,
not deodorized with harsh
massage a small amount of oil into your solvents)
It’s no wonder that cultures that rely locks and let it set prior to shampooing.
upon coconut for its wide range of For healthy, glowing skin, smother • Is certified USDA Organic
uses are known for their soft, smooth, your whole body with this all-over
luminous skin and shining, healthy hair. moisturizer and healing aid. Coconut oil • Is designated Kosher
can also be used as a degreasing agent
(which indicates ongoing
How to Use Coconut Oil and make-up remover.
Coconut oil can be used in a nearly plant inspections
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food
endless variety of ways and including
coconut oil in your diet is simple. As a
and Drug Administration. These products are not intended
to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease.
and high-quality
general guideline, use one tablespoon manufacturing)
per 50 pounds of body weight per day,
which equates to the amount of MCTs
that babies get naturally from mother’s
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