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

COCONUT OIL FOR GENERAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS

  1. Breastfeeding – for breastfeeding moms, consuming 3 ½ tablespoons of coconut oil daily will enrich the milk supply.
  2. Bones and Teeth – coconut oil aids in the absorption of calcium and magnesium leading to better development of bones and teeth.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Insulin Support – Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose making it great for both diabetics and non-diabetic.
  6. Lung Function – increases the fluidity of cell surfaces.
  7. Nausea – rub some coconut oil on the inside for the wrist (PC 6) and forearm to calm an upset stomach.
  8. 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.
  9. Gum Health – oil pulling with coconut oil offers a two for one health benefit!
  10. 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.
  11. Vitamin and nutrient absorption – makes fat-based nutrients more available to the body – ie. vitamin A, D, E, K
  12. Weight loss – the saturated fats contribute to weight loss and controlling cravings.
  13. 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

  1. Acid Reflux/ Indigestion – if taken after a meal
  2. Adrenal and Chronic Fatigue
  3. Allergies – seasonal hay fever
  4. Alzheimer’s/Dementia – read a research here
  5. Asthma – even in children!
  6. Autism
  7. Bowel function – constipation, IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), gut infections
  8. Bronchial Infections and Cystic Fibrosis
  9. Cancer – has been shown to prevent breast and colon cancer
  10. Candida Albicans
  11. Cholesterol – improves HDL (‘good’ cholesterol) to LDL (‘bad’ cholesterol) ratio in people with high cholesterol
  12. 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
  13. Colds and Flues – as an anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory agent
  14. Mild Depression and Cognitive Dis-ease – in conjunction with CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), fish oil and other treatment strategies
  15. Diabetes – helps keep blood sugar levels stable and helps with cravings
  16. Epilepsy – known to reduce epileptic seizures
  17. Flaky, Dry Skin – poor oil intake often results in dry skin and dandruff
  18. Gallbladder Disease – dietary oils can help increase bile flow, which can be helpful for gallbladder issues, but possibly harmful (ie. Gallstones)
  19. 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
  20. H. pylori – oral intake. Occasionally, antibiotic treatment may be necessary.
  21. Heart Disease – protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis
  22. Hemorrhoids – can applied externally or internally twice a day
  23. Hot Flashes
  24. Immune System Builder
  25. Irritable Bowel Syndrome – alternating diarrhea and constipation are key signs of IBS
  26. Jaundice
  27. Kidney Disease and Stones – aids in dissolving small stones
  28. Liver Disease
  29. Lung Disease
  30. Malnutrition
  31. Mental Clarity
  32. Menstruation Relief – regarding pain/cramps and heavy blood flow
  33. Migraines – with regular use
  34. Pancreatitis
  35. Periodontal Disease and Tooth Decay
  36. Prostate Enlargement – BPH, benign prostatic hyperplasia
  37. Stomach Ulcers – helps soothe stomach lining and limit H. pylori growth
  38. Thrush
  39. Thyroid Function – can help regulates an overactive or underactive thyroid
  40. Urinary Tract Infections and Bladder Infections

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