They Said Coconut Oil Was Great For You, But This Is What They Didn’t Tell You…

COCONUT OIL FOR GENERAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS

33. Breastfeeding – for breastfeeding moms, consuming 3 ½ tablespoons of coconut oil daily will enrich the milk supply.
34. Bones and Teeth – coconut oil aids in the absorption of calcium and magnesium leading to better development of bones and teeth.
35. Digestion – the saturated fats in coconut oil help control parasites and fungi that cause indigestion and other digestion related problems such as irritable bowel syndrome. The fat in coconut oil also aids in the absorption of vitamins, minerals and amino acids, making you healthier all around.
36. Fitness – coconut oil has been proven to stimulate your metabolism, improve thyroid function, and escalate energy levels, all of which help decrease your unwanted fat while increasing muscle.
37. Insulin Support – Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose making it great for both diabetics and non-diabetic.
38. Lung Function – increases the fluidity of cell surfaces.
39. Nausea – rub some coconut oil on the inside for the wrist (PC 6) and forearm to calm an upset stomach.
40. Nose bleeds – coconut oil can prevent nose bleeding that is caused by sensitivity to weather such as extreme heat and extreme cold. This condition happens when the nasal passages become dry because of cold or dry air resulting to burns and cracks in the mucus membranes so bleeding happens. To prevent this just put coconut oil in you nostrils. Doing this will strengthen and protect the capillaries in the nasal passages.
41. Gum Health – oil pulling with coconut oil offers a two for one health benefit!
42. Stress Relief – relieve mental fatigue by applying coconut oil to the head in a circular, massaging motion. The natural aroma of coconuts is extremely soothing thus helping to lower your stress level.
43. Vitamin and nutrient absorption – makes fat-based nutrients more available to the body – ie. vitamin A, D, E, K
44. Weight loss – the saturated fats contribute to weight loss and controlling cravings.
45. Mental Cognition and Productivity – medium chain triglycerides freely pass the blood-brain barrier and allows an alternate source of energy to improve cognition.

COCONUT OIL FOR INTERNAL HEALTH PROBLEMS

46. Acid Reflux/ Indigestion – if taken after a meal
47. Adrenal and Chronic Fatigue
48. Allergies – seasonal hay fever
49. Alzheimer’s/Dementia – read a research here
50. Asthma – even in children!
51. Autism
52. Bowel function – constipation, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), gut infections
53. Bronchial Infections and Cystic Fibrosis
54. Cancer – has been shown to prevent breast and colon cancer
55. Candida Albicans
56. Cholesterol – improves HDL (‘good’ cholesterol) to LDL (‘bad’ cholesterol) ratio in people with high cholesterol
57. Poor Circulation – feeling cold all the time or edema, especially in the extremities, apply coconut oil to the skin in a light circular pattern towards the heart. Similar to dry skin brushing
58. Colds and Flues – as an anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory agent
59. Mild Depression and Cognitive Dis-ease – in conjunction with CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), fish oil and other treatment strategies
60. Diabetes – helps keep blood sugar levels stable and helps with cravings
61. Epilepsy – known to reduce epileptic seizures
62. Flaky, Dry Skin – poor oil intake often results in dry skin and dandruff
63. Gallbladder Disease – dietary oils can help increase bile flow, which can be helpful for gallbladder issues, but possibly harmful (ie. Gallstones)
64. Gas – foul gas is often due to imbalance in the gut bacteria. Coconut oil is a mild anti-microbial to help re-establish healthy gut flora
65. H. pylori – oral intake. Occasionally, antibiotic treatment may be necessary.
66. Heart Disease – protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis
67. Hemorrhoids – can applied externally or internally twice a day
68. Hot Flashes
69. Immune System Builder
70. Irritable Bowel Syndrome – alternating diarrhea and constipation are key signs of IBS
71. Jaundice
72. Kidney Disease and Stones – aids in dissolving small stones
73. Liver Disease
74. Lung Disease
75. Malnutrition
76. Mental Clarity
77. Menstruation Relief – regarding pain/cramps and heavy blood flow
78. Migraines – with regular use
79. Pancreatitis
80. Periodontal Disease and Tooth Decay
81. Prostate Enlargement – BPH, benign prostatic hyperplasia
82. Stomach Ulcers – helps soothe stomach lining and limit H. pylori growth
83. Thrush
84. Thyroid Function – can help regulates an overactive or underactive thyroid
85. Urinary Tract Infections and Bladder Infections