I have been writing my Tuesday Tips about natural solutions that benefit us in outstanding ways. Apple Cider Vinegar provides us with magical benefits for our health and beauty and incredibly, so do Avocados. Coconut Oil is right up there with apple cider vinegar and avocados because of its versatility.
Coconut Oil is great for healthy cooking because it is slow to oxidize, so it is less likely to become rancid and unhealthy, even when it is heated at high temperatures.
Coconut Oil is composed of medium-chain fatty acids. Researchers believe that is what makes coconut oil different and better than other saturated fats. It is a healthy oil to use when frying food . It can make foods such as mayonnaise, or baked goods healthier to eat. A tip : When making pastries, substitute 50% of coconut oil for whatever fat is recommended, and your pastry becomes healthier for you.
To get the maximum benefit from coconut oil choose an unrefined virgin coconut oil.
Refined coconut oil has been heated and processed. This destroys the many benefits of the oil’s natural healing properties.
Some medical uses include:
- for sprains or bruising
- for burns
- lowers cholesterol
- cuts and wounds
- diet and weight loss
- psoriasis
- nutrition
Coconut Oil contains fatty acids lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid which contain antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-fungal properties that contribute to our overall wellness.
The medium-chain triglycerides (MCT’s) in Coconut Oil support weight loss by stimulating the burning of fat for energy. Some research suggests that coconut oil may help control cravings and over-eating. And, now that we know Healthy Fats (keyword here is healthy) can actually help you lose fat incorporate at least one tablespoon per day into your diet to maximize the benefits by adding it to smoothies, or your morning coffee, or just eat a spoonful of it!
Numerous studies claim that when added to the diet, coconut oil increases energy, balances hormones, stimulates the thyroid bland because of the cholesterol lowering properties of coconut oil, and can raise the metabolic rate that helps release energy ( which can promote weight loss.)
Coconut Oil has many beauty secrets!
- it works wonders for dry, damaged skin
- it speeds healing of cuts and bruises while it fights infection
- it forms a protective barrier to hold in moisturizers
- it penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin to help keep connective tissues strong and supple
- it readily absorbs into the skin to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- it aids in exfoliating the outer layer of dead skin cells-making skin smoother and softer
Tip : Coconut Oil with a few drops of Bergamont essential oil makes chapped lip or/and cold sore treatments in the winter, so make a small jar of it and keep it handy, and apply the treatment liberally!
To treat dry damaged hair, and make hair shiny: Tip: warm a cup of coconut oil and apply to damp hair. Cover hair with plastic wrap and leave on for 15 minutes. Shampoo and enjoy shiny, soft hair;
Leave your organic raw virgin coconut oil by the kitchen sink and put it on hands after washing to keep them soft and moist!
Coconut Oil is used in many natural beauty products for good reason. It is naturally an antibacterial, an antifungal and an excellent moisturizer. It can penetrate skin and hair. It smells delicious. RMS beauty uses it as a base ingredient in their cult favorite, Living Luminizer ($38 at Net a Porter), which is a cheek bone highlighter. It looks like your skin but it is glowier! This is why makeup brands us coconut oil as a base ingredient. RMS adds light reflectors to the coconut oil base. I use this as a highlighter, it is one of my favorites.
- use it instead of shaving cream to shave your legs
- use it as a deep conditioner for your hair
- use it to remove makeup-it does a great job breaking down waxy, inky eye makeup and it leaves the delicate eye area well hydrated.
- use it as a body moisturizer
- it speeds up wound healing
- it increases hydration
- it reduces water loss
- it smells delicious
- it is affordable
- it leaves your skin feeling nourished and smooth
- it is a great face cleaner- because it is naturally antibacterial and anti-fungal, and it is moisturizing-according to research it is great for atopic dermatitis
Tip: Double Cleaning Method – rub the oil all over your face and massage face in circular motions-then wash off the residue with your favorite cleanser
Make a luscious body scrub: Tip: melt 1/2 cup of coconut oil o low heat, and pour it over 1 cup of brown sugar or sea salt, stir well. You can add 5 drops of your favorite essential oil, or pure vanilla extract for a fragrant scrub
And you can use coconut oil as a massage oil because it is slippery, skin friendly and moisturizing for the skin.
It is important to remember that when coconut oil is at room temperature it is solid.
It can be used as the solid oil portion in many home remedies.
One of the best ways to use coconut oil is for it’s full skin care benefits. Not only is it cost effective, the low molecular weight of coconut oil makes it penetrate the skin easily which improves your skin at the cellular level. Caprylic and Lauric fatty acids reduce inflammation and provide superior hydration. As a face wash, and it kills pimple causing bacteria as it moisturizes. It can heal skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis. It is an irritant free deodorant.
It does more than it doesn’t! It is a great product.Take advantage of the many wonders it performs for your health, for your skin, for your weight, for your hair, all for the cost of an oil at the supermarket!
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