A lady from work (shes philipino) told me that she takes a spoon full daily and that it helps her clean her body out from the inside to the out. Like complexion etc.
2006-06-21 11:36:11 · 8 answers · asked by peepers 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
THE HEALING MIRACLES OF COCONUT OIL
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If there was an oil that you could use for your daily cooking needs that helped protect you from heart disease, cancer, and other degenerative conditions, improved your digestion, strengthened your immune system, protected you from infectious illnesses, and helped you lose excess weight, would you be interested? This is what coconut oil can do for you.
What Coconut Oil Does Not Do:
Does not increase blood cholesterol level
Does not promote platelet stickiness or blood clot formation
Does not contribute to atherosclerosis or heart disease
Does not contribute to weight problems
What Coconut Oil Does Do:
Reduces risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease
Reduces risk of cancer and other degenerative conditions
Helps prevent bacterial, viral, and fungal (including yeast) infections
Supports immune system function
Helps control diabetes
Provides an immediate source of energy
Supports healthy metabolic function
Improves digestion and nutrient absorption
Supplies important nutrients necessary for good health
Promotes weight loss
Helps prevent osteoporosis
Has a mild delicate flavor
Is highly resistant to spoilage (long shelf life)
Is heat resistant (the healthiest oil for cooking)
Helps keep skin soft and smooth
Helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling of the skin
Helps protect against skin cancer and other blemishes
Functions as a protective antioxidant
Coconut oil has been called the healthiest dietary oil on earth. If you're not using coconut oil for your daily cooking and body care needs, you're missing out on one of nature's most amazing health foods.
2006-06-21 11:42:12 · answer #1 · answered by WiserAngel 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There hasn't been any definitive evidence from studies stating that Coconut Oil is beneficial for ones health. Coconut oil is great for the skin and hair when applied topically as it has natural moisturizing qualities. However, coconut oil as a diet supplement is mostly part of a fad nowadays. Coconut oil is better than some of the fats that are out there such as the very unhealthy synthetic trans fats and the natural but debatably beneficial rapeseed derived oils (like Canola). But keep in mind that coconut oil is MOSTLY a saturated fat. Saturated fats won't do much for for your heart, cholesterol level, and liver.
Olive oil on the other hand has been proven again and again (by many scientific studies) to be the best oil you can consume for your health. It is a mono-saturated oil. It is beneficial for the heart, and it controls bad cholesterol. It also has antioxidant qualities which help your body fight damage from cell oxidation . You would need to consume more than 1 tablespoon a day of olive oil to reap its benefits though.
If you look at the "10 Healthiest Foods" lists on health magazines, books and health organizations, olive oil is almost always present on these lists but coconut oil is not.
2006-06-21 19:36:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Coconut oil is rich in medium chain triglycerides, which are converted in the liver into energy rapidly, stimulating the metabolism, as well as the production of thyroxine, a metabolism regulating thyroid hormone. It has also been shown effective at literally shearing off the outer protein layer of viruses, rendering them inactive. It is high in caprylic acid, an antifungal substance. It also supports the good bacteria in our gut, helping to undo some of the damage done by antibiotics. It is also very good to cook with. Unlike polyunsaturated fats like corn and soy, it will not go rancid or oxidize when heated.
2006-06-21 14:27:03 · answer #3 · answered by Djembe J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah it really is good for you. i put it directly on my skin and we give it to my dog for his itching...it actually seems to help with sunburns in the long run...i never burn anymore what else...
my mother had a gastric bypass and it is the only kind of oil her stomach can handle...it boosts the immune system and is antibacterial (can be used as deodorant)
i love the stuff!
2006-06-21 11:42:49 · answer #4 · answered by Rachel 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is very good for you. It is great for cooking. Check out these books...
What you don't know may be killing you by Don Colbert
Natural cures they don't want you to know about by Kevin Trudeau
The maker's diet by Jordan S. Rubin
2006-06-21 11:40:35 · answer #5 · answered by The Apple Chick 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Brilliant, you should listen to her. Pure coconut oil is good for your skin, it reduces fine lines on the face, look it up on www.nuicoconut.com All the very best. Its great for a dry vagina as well. Please, please stay away from flax seed, and flax oil. There is not nutritional value to it at all.
2006-06-21 15:24:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is suppose to be good for HDL/LDL. This oil has antiviral, antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antiprotozoal properties.
2006-06-21 17:40:11 · answer #7 · answered by Shirley B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes its true and it good for youre hair also and keeping you healthy
2006-06-27 08:59:18 · answer #8 · answered by Yissel s 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋