Earlier this year I made the switch to Coconut oil. I use it in my baking, cooking, add it to smoothies and also in my skin care regime (makes for a great lip balm, body and facial scrub) - it is perfect for this time of the year when the skin needs a little more nourishment. Here is a little read up of the health benefits: Coconut oil supports immune system function, supplies important nutrients necessary for good health and improves digestion and nutrient absorption. The fat in coconut oil is easily digested and absorbed, unlike the newfangled trans fats that act like plastic in the body. It puts little strain on the digestive system and provides a quick source of energy necessary to promote healing. Coconut oil is absorbed directly from the intestines into the portal vein and sent straight to the liver, whereas other fats require pancreatic enzymes to break them into smaller units. Look for unrefined coconut oil, since most commercial coconut oils are refined, bleached, and deodorized. It is highly resistant to spoilage and has a long shelf life (up to 2 years at room temperature). Coconut oil has a high burning point and is a perfect oil for cooking. Coconut oil can be taken by the tablespoonfuls with meals to aid digestion. A good therapeutic dose is 1 to 2 tablespoons with fat containing meal.
Posted on: Wed, 21 Aug 2013 01:43:48 +0000
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