What are the health benefits of coconut oil?

Studies have show that intake of coconut oil can help our bodies resistance to both viruses and bacteria that can cause illness. It also helps fight off yeast, fungus and candida.

Coconut oil can also positively affect our hormones for thyroid and blood-sugar control. People who take coconut oil also tend to have improvements in how they handle blood sugar since coconut can help improve insulin use within the body. Coconut oil can boost thyroid function helping to increase metabolism, energy and endurance.  When the thyroid does not function normally, it can contribute to higher levels of bad cholesterol. 

Coconut oil will also increase digestion and helps to absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

Coconut fats have special fats called medium chain triglycerides.  It has shown that breaking down these types of healthy fats in the liver leads to efficient burning of energy.  A recent study has show that women who consumed (about 2 tablespoons) of coconut oil daily for 12 weeks not only did not gain more weight, but actually lowered amounts of abdominal fat, a type of fat that is difficult to lose, and contributes to more health problems.

The oils found in the coconut have a positive antioxidant action in the body.  This means they help our body stop the damage to other healthy fats and tissues in our body.  Oxidation is considered a major contributor to cardiovascular problems and skin aging.  Coconut oil can actually help our bodies reduce the need for antioxidant intake.

Coconut oil is also a wonderful moisturizer for skin and hair.  It has antioxidant, vitamin E, which is very protective.  If you are using on the skin regularly, it is best to try to find an organic coconut oil, to reduce the absorption of toxins and pesticides though your skin.  \

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