WHAT MAKES COCONUT OIL SO BENEFICIAL?
Coconut oil is famous throughout the world not
only as an edible oil and hair tonic, but also as an excellent massage oil and
smoothener for the skin. In the tropical parts of the world where coconuts are
readily available and used in many ways, natives commonly spread coconut oil on
their skin, as they believe that it protects from the sun’s harmful rays. So
this natural oil, without any chemical or additives, can protect the skin in
some of the hottest and sunniest places on earth better than our processed and
artificial sun creams?
More than ninety percent of coconut oil
consists of saturated fats (Don’t panic! It’s not as bad as it sounds, read to
the end of this review and your opinion may change), along with traces of few
unsaturated fatty acids, such as monounsaturated fatty acids and
polyunsaturated fatty acids.
COCONUT OIL CAN BE USED FOR SKIN HEALTH,
SKIN SOFTENER: Most of
us use several creams and lotions for softening our skin, especially the skin
of the face and hands. Coconut oil is a great skin softener and helps you do
away with dry and hard skin conditions. Simply take some coconut oil on your
palms, rub your palms against each other once or twice and then on your face,
hands, or wherever you want to see the moisturizing effect. Coconut oil is also
good for hardened and cracked feet, which may happen due to excessive cold or
strenuous work while standing on your feet. The cracks in your feet will not
vanish, but your feet will become softer within days if you apply coconut oil
to the affected area.
MAKEUP REMOVER: Coconut
oil can also be used a makeup remover. This is not common, but women have begun
using it for removing the makeup of the face and eyes, without worrying about
the harsh chemicals of other removers getting into delicate or sensitive areas.
SKIN DISORDERS: It is
claimed that coconut oil is good for several skin disorders such as acne,
psoriasis, and eczema. Several readers have reported this benefit. However,
scientific research is ongoing in order to prove or disprove these claims. Much
of the research that is there speaks to its protein content, since the replacement
of sick or dying cells that can occur with various skin disorders, are quickly
replaced by new healthy cells. In this way, coconut oil not only treats the
infection by battling the microbial bodies, they also heal the damage or the
visible marks of that skin disorder, it is a two-in-one solution!
CHOLESTEROL LEVELS: There
is a misconception spread among many people that coconut oil is not good for
heart health. This is because it contains a large quantity of saturated fats.
In reality, coconut oil is beneficial for the heart. It contains about 50%
lauric acid, which helps in actively preventing various heart problems like
high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. The saturated fats present in
coconut oil are not harmful as you commonly find in vegetable oils. Coconut oil
does not lead to increase in LDL levels, and it reduces the incidence of injury
and damage to arteries and therefore helps in preventing atherosclerosis.
WEIGHT LOSS: Coconut oil is very
useful for weight loss. It contains short and medium-chain fatty acids that
help in taking off excessive weight. It is also easy to digest and it helps in
healthy functioning of the thyroid and endocrine system. Further, it increases
the body’s metabolic rate by removing stress on the pancreas, thereby burning
more energy and helping obese and overweight people lose the weight. Hence,
people living in tropical coastal areas, who use coconut oil every day as their
primary cooking oil, are normally not fat, obese or overweight.
IMMUNE
SYSTEM: Coconut oil is also good
for the immune system. It strengthens the immune system because it contains
antimicrobial lipids, lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid which have
antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. The human body converts lauric
acid into monolaurin which research has supported as an effective way to deal
with viruses and bacteria that cause diseases like herpes, influenza,
cytomegalovirus, and even HIV. Coconut oil helps in fighting harmful bacteria
like listeria monocytogenes and helicobacter pylori, and harmful protozoa such
as giardia lamblia.
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: Internal
functions of coconut oil occur primarily due to it being used as cooking oil.
Coconut oil helps to improve the digestive system and thus prevents various
stomach and digestion-related problems including Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The
saturated fats present in coconut oil have antimicrobial properties and help in
dealing with various bacteria, fungi, and parasites that can cause indigestion.
Coconut oil also helps in the absorption of other nutrients such as vitamins,
minerals and amino acids.
TREAT CANDIDA: Coconut
has been shown to prevent and even cure candida. It provides relief from the
inflammation caused by candida, both externally and internally. Its high
moisture retaining capacity keeps the skin from cracking or peeling off.
Further, unlike other pharmaceutical treatments for candida, the effects of
coconut oil is gradual and not drastic or sudden, which gives the patient an
appropriate amount of time to get used to the withdrawal symptoms or Herxheimer
Reactions (the name given to the symptoms accompanying body’s rejection of
toxins generated during elimination of these fungi). But, in the treatment of
this condition, people should systematically and gradually increase their
dosages of coconut oil and shouldn’t initially start with a large quantity.
Candida, also known as Systemic Candidiasis,
is a tragic disease caused from excessive and uncontrolled growth of yeast
called Candida Albicans in the stomach. This yeast is more or less present in
everyone’s stomach, but it doesn’t manifest any adverse effects since its
growth is controlled by the beneficial bacteria which also resides in our
stomach. There are many reasons for this uncontrolled growth of yeast. For
example, if other destructive bacteria or the use of antibiotics which ultimately
end up in eliminating these bacteria, there can be an imbalance of bacteria and
a problem like Candida can develop. Also, bleaching or washing of your stomach
with medicines or excessive use of chemical laxatives or ingestion of poisonous
material can cause the yeast or fungi to start growing very fast and can lead
to Candida.
Symptoms of candida: The symptoms of Candida include infection in the genitals, urinary tract
and bladder, stomach & intestines, ear, nose and throat, itchy and dry
skin, inflammations in internal organs and skin, patching & peeling off of
skin (particularly in scalp), digestive and excretory disorders and problems
with your hair and nails.
WHAT MAKES COCONUT OIL SO BENEFICIAL?
Before we can understand how coconut oil
achieves all of its impressive benefits that people around the world claim,
let’s look into the constituents of coconut oil and their respective properties
that might make them useful for maintaining skin health.
Coconut oil is famous throughout the world not
only as an edible oil and hair tonic, but also as an excellent massage oil and
smoothener for the skin. In the tropical parts of the world where coconuts are
readily available and used in many ways, natives commonly spread coconut oil on
their skin, as they believe that it protects from the sun’s harmful rays. So
this natural oil, without any chemical or additives, can protect the skin in
some of the hottest and sunniest places on earth better than our processed and
artificial sun creams?
More than ninety percent of coconut oil
consists of saturated fats (Don’t panic! It’s not as bad as it sounds, read to
the end of this review and your opinion may change), along with traces of few
unsaturated fatty acids, such as monounsaturated fatty acids and
polyunsaturated fatty acids.
COCONUT OIL CAN BE USED FOR SKIN HEALTH,
LIP GEL: Cracks in our lips can be
a source of worry, discomfort, and embarrassment. When we apply chemical gels
on the lips, it is possible to consume those gels accidentally, even though
they are somewhat toxic. Some gels may be edible, but you still don’t want to
eat those chemicals.
Coconut oil comes as an ideal alternative in
such cases. It acts quickly and even if it goes in your stomach, it will only
give you additional benefits, so everyone wins!
SKIN SOFTENER: Most of
us use several creams and lotions for softening our skin, especially the skin
of the face and hands. Coconut oil is a great skin softener and helps you do
away with dry and hard skin conditions. Simply take some coconut oil on your
palms, rub your palms against each other once or twice and then on your face,
hands, or wherever you want to see the moisturizing effect. Coconut oil is also
good for hardened and cracked feet, which may happen due to excessive cold or
strenuous work while standing on your feet. The cracks in your feet will not
vanish, but your feet will become softer within days if you apply coconut oil
to the affected area.
AN EXFOLIANT: coconut oil as an agent with
other exfoliating or grainy materials like salts and sugars can vastly improve
the effects of the skin. You will successfully scrape off excess dead skin and
clean out whatever substances have blocked the pores without leaving the skin
feeling irritated. The natural soothing nature of the oil combines with the
grainy, exfoliating material perfectly, and leaves your skin with an even
color, closed pores, and a soft texture.
MAKEUP REMOVER: Coconut
oil can also be used a makeup remover. This is not common, but women have begun
using it for removing the makeup of the face and eyes, without worrying about
the harsh chemicals of other removers getting into delicate or sensitive areas.
SKIN DISORDERS: It is
claimed that coconut oil is good for several skin disorders such as acne,
psoriasis, and eczema. Several readers have reported this benefit. However,
scientific research is ongoing in order to prove or disprove these claims. Much
of the research that is there speaks to its protein content, since the replacement
of sick or dying cells that can occur with various skin disorders, are quickly
replaced by new healthy cells. In this way, coconut oil not only treats the
infection by battling the microbial bodies, they also heal the damage or the
visible marks of that skin disorder, it is a two-in-one solution!
CHOLESTEROL LEVELS: There
is a misconception spread among many people that coconut oil is not good for
heart health. This is because it contains a large quantity of saturated fats.
In reality, coconut oil is beneficial for the heart. It contains about 50%
lauric acid, which helps in actively preventing various heart problems like
high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. The saturated fats present in
coconut oil are not harmful as you commonly find in vegetable oils. Coconut oil
does not lead to increase in LDL levels, and it reduces the incidence of injury
and damage to arteries and therefore helps in preventing atherosclerosis.
WEIGHT LOSS: Coconut oil is very
useful for weight loss. It contains short and medium-chain fatty acids that
help in taking off excessive weight. It is also easy to digest and it helps in
healthy functioning of the thyroid and endocrine system. Further, it increases
the body’s metabolic rate by removing stress on the pancreas, thereby burning
more energy and helping obese and overweight people lose the weight. Hence,
people living in tropical coastal areas, who use coconut oil every day as their
primary cooking oil, are normally not fat, obese or overweight.
IMMUNE
SYSTEM: Coconut oil is also good
for the immune system. It strengthens the immune system because it contains
antimicrobial lipids, lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid which have
antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. The human body converts lauric
acid into monolaurin which research has supported as an effective way to deal
with viruses and bacteria that cause diseases like herpes, influenza,
cytomegalovirus, and even HIV. Coconut oil helps in fighting harmful bacteria
like listeria monocytogenes and helicobacter pylori, and harmful protozoa such
as giardia lamblia.
DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: Internal
functions of coconut oil occur primarily due to it being used as cooking oil.
Coconut oil helps to improve the digestive system and thus prevents various
stomach and digestion-related problems including Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The
saturated fats present in coconut oil have antimicrobial properties and help in
dealing with various bacteria, fungi, and parasites that can cause indigestion.
Coconut oil also helps in the absorption of other nutrients such as vitamins,
minerals and amino acids.
TREAT CANDIDA: Coconut
has been shown to prevent and even cure candida. It provides relief from the
inflammation caused by candida, both externally and internally. Its high
moisture retaining capacity keeps the skin from cracking or peeling off.
Further, unlike other pharmaceutical treatments for candida, the effects of
coconut oil is gradual and not drastic or sudden, which gives the patient an
appropriate amount of time to get used to the withdrawal symptoms or Herxheimer
Reactions (the name given to the symptoms accompanying body’s rejection of
toxins generated during elimination of these fungi). But, in the treatment of
this condition, people should systematically and gradually increase their
dosages of coconut oil and shouldn’t initially start with a large quantity.
Candida, also known as Systemic Candidiasis,
is a tragic disease caused from excessive and uncontrolled growth of yeast
called Candida Albicans in the stomach. This yeast is more or less present in
everyone’s stomach, but it doesn’t manifest any adverse effects since its
growth is controlled by the beneficial bacteria which also resides in our
stomach. There are many reasons for this uncontrolled growth of yeast. For
example, if other destructive bacteria or the use of antibiotics which ultimately
end up in eliminating these bacteria, there can be an imbalance of bacteria and
a problem like Candida can develop. Also, bleaching or washing of your stomach
with medicines or excessive use of chemical laxatives or ingestion of poisonous
material can cause the yeast or fungi to start growing very fast and can lead
to Candida.
Symptoms of candida: The symptoms of Candida include infection in the genitals, urinary tract
and bladder, stomach & intestines, ear, nose and throat, itchy and dry
skin, inflammations in internal organs and skin, patching & peeling off of
skin (particularly in scalp), digestive and excretory disorders and problems
with your hair and nails.
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