Thursday ?s & Thoughts #1: Coconut Oil
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I use Grammarly’s plagiarism checker because sometimes it pays to let the cat out of the bag. When I think of coconut the first thing that always comes to mind is the Put The Lime In the Coconut song.
I know coconut oil is receiving positive press on its many benefits, but the one thing that interested me initially is its use for personal lubrication. Its natural with no additives or perfumes.
On Sunday afternoon, we ventured to Earth’s Fare to buy some. The only thing I knew was I wanted expeller cold-pressed extra-virgin coconut oil. Our local whole food store did not have a lot to choice from, but after studying the labels we came to a decision based on the store’s supply. We bought two brands: Nutiva and Garden of Life.
I wasn’t totally flying by the seat of my pants on this venture. A few days prior, I stumbled upon the hard working of one woman who did quite a bit of coconut oil testing. She listed her recommendations; if you would like the low down on her discoveries, then click here.
However, I was very surprised to learn about the health-boosting properties from the oil of this nut. Unlike other fats, coconut is good for your heart. I have a good ticker, but others aren’t as fortunate. Coconut oil can help to restore your thyroid with better insulin use by the body and boosts the metabolism. Did you know that when the thyroid doesn’t work properly, then it increases your cholesterol levels? Of course, we all know when the thyroid isn’t functioning properly weight gain is one of the side effects. Another reason to get your thyroid back on track.
One thing that particularly fascinated me was by incorporating coconut oil in your diet breaks down healthy fats in the liver for energy and I found out it helps to reduce that stubborn belly fat. Hallelujah, I am all for that! Also, the antioxidant action of coconut oil helps our body to cease the damage to our skin. Could this mean, I have found the Fountain of Youth? Probably not, but anything I can do to stop unneeded aging then count me in! The oil has been found to be a good moisturizer for the skin and hair, aids in digestion (great for people such as myself with an intestinal disorder), brain function, and it’s an anti-viral/bacterial/fungal fighter.
Armed with these little perks of coconut oil, I made myself a lab rat. Yesterday, I started eating straight from the bottle, 2-tablespoons of coconut oil. I am not sure how soon I will see the effects of my personal science experiment, but as I see developments I plan to reveal my findings.
- Do you have any experience with coconut oil? (Brands: likes, dislikes)
- What prompted you to begin using coconut oil?
Check out these 101 Ways to Use Coconut Oil and read this info of some ways coconut can improve your health.
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14 Comments
Dominique Goh
I havne’t used coconut oil before but have heard about it.. we normally use coconut milk in cooking for curries and stuff but not oil..will have to research more.
Cathy Kennedy
Do research it! It’s very interesting to read about the benefits of coconut oil, and anything that can possibly promote better health, then I’m willing to try it.
Terri D.
I started using coconut oil for cooking over a year ago. Love it. Our niece eats it by the spoonful. She says when she is really hungry, a teaspoon of coconut oil stops the hunger. I haven’t tried eating it like that, but do love the way foods cook in it. It can be used instead of butter on toast, too!
Cathy Kennedy
I was quite surprised to find that eating coconut oil straight from the spoon is rather pleasant tasting. Yes, I read that it’s good on toast and I may try it this way sometime soon.
storybeader
you’ve got me sold! Thanks! I will definitely check it out! I wonder if eating coconut is any help? {:-Deb
Cathy Kennedy
Actually, I read people who suffer from Crohn’s received much relief after eating 2-coconut macaroons each day. This is what prompted me in the first place to begin experimenting with eating the oil because I have Crohn’s. Anything that show promise of healing the intestines then I am all for it!
Lady Lilith
I have never really used coconut oil but I am a big fan of coconut milk. We used it a lot in braking as a milk substitute.
Cathy Kennedy
I have not had coconut milk. I normally drink Diamond unsweetened Almond milk (only 30-calories), but I may try coconut milk at some point. It depends on how well my body metabolizes the oil. It was great to have you visit! 😉
Anna-Karin Eriksson
Nice post! I started using coconut oil in my food after reading about it’s many positive effects on health. I haven’t thought about using it on the outside of my body, have to try that!
Cathy Kennedy
It’s a bit greasy, so a little goes a long way. I am testing coconut oil on a couple of age spots on my hand, as in 101 Uses for Coconut Oil mentioned this in her list. We’ll see, if it works. 😉
JoAnn
I use Coconut oil to make body scrubs mostly, but will probably give into the current fad and start cooking with it too. In the meantime, I too cannot help myself from singing the Almond Joy jingle either.
Cathy Kennedy
Have you ever used coconut oil in your hair? If so, how does this work? My scalp gets either too dry or I am sensitive to shampoos because no matter how long I rinse my head I still have a flaky scalp. BTW, I have short hair.
carol l mckenna
What fun post for O ~ love coconut and shells make great containers such as bird feeders ~ thanks, xxx
artmusedog and carol
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Cathy Kennedy
That’s a cool idea, bird feeders! 😀