What's the Deal with Coconut Oil?!

Coconut oil has been a very popular subject lately in the health world, and there's a lot of great reasons why. Not only can you can cook with it at high temperatures, like olive oil, it tastes delicious- and the health benefits are astounding!

Coconut Oil has lauric acid, caprylic acid, capric acid.  These acids give it antimicrobial, antifungal, antibacterial and antioxidant abilities. 

When you go to order or purchase your coconut oil these are the key words you should look for on the jar: 
organic-raw-extra virgin-cold pressed.

Did you know that in the 1940′s, Coconut Oil was used by some farmers to help fatten up their cows. However, the opposite happened- the cows actually became leaner!

Some of the benefits that are attributed to coconut oil include (but not limited to):

•   Weight loss

•   Heart disease

•   Immunity

•   Healing and infections

•   Digestion

•   Candida

•   Kidney stones

•   Liver disease

•   Diabetes

•   Stress

•   Bone loss

•   Tooth decay

•   Alzheimers

•   Hormone regulation

“Coconut oil has fewer calories than any other fat source. Unlike the high-calorie, cholesterol-soaked, long-chain, saturated animal fats found in meat and dairy products, coconut cream and coconut oil are made of raw saturated fats containing mostly medium-chain fatty acids that the body can metabolize efficiently and convert to energy quickly.”(Wolfe, 2009)

Did you know that Coconut oil is great in the shower too? It works as a cleanser and a moisturizer. You can also keep it on your nightstand as a replacement for your lotion. 

There is a lot to be said for anything that is chemical free that we can use on our bodies daily. 

Coconut Oil is also useful for bone and dental health because it improves calcium and magnesium absorption. This is especially beneficial to women who are at the age to develop Osteoporosis.

Here are some great ways to add Coconut Oil into your regular recipes:          

 * You can use 1 tsp. of Coconut Oil daily in your morning smoothie. It gives it a nice texture and it is so good for you. 

* You can use Coconut Oil in raw protein bars. It gives them a lovely texture, flavor and holds them together nicely.

* You can use Coconut Oil in treats, i.e. add 1 tsp. of coconut oil in chocolate chia pudding to add a smooth, creamy texture.

* You can add Coconut Oil to hot tea with a pinch of ground raw cacao for a special treat.

* You can even use Coconut Oil, cashews, and stevia to make a delicious frosting, by blending the ingredients in a blender until smooth (add raw cacao for chocolate frosting!) 

*Coconut Oil can be used for high temperature cooking, so try using it in place of olive oil and see how you like it! You can also try coconut water, shredded coconut and coconut butter in your recipes!

Add Coconut Oil to your eating and hygiene routine- I promise, you will not be sorry!

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