Coconut Oil Is Good for You!
By Beth Whitley, MS
Raw, virgin or extra virgin coconut oil is very healthy and therapeutic. Its true that over 92% of the fatty acids in coconut oil are saturated. However, over two-thirds of these are medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs). Unlike other kinds of saturated fatty acids that can be stored as fat in your cells, the MCFAs in coconut oil are taken to your liver where they are converted into energy and may actually speed up your metabolism. It is the safest oil for cooking at high temperatures and also makes a wonderful skin moisturizer. The health properties of virgin coconut oil include:
Antiviral
Antifungal
Antibacterial
Improves digestion
Increases energy levels
Balances blood sugar
Clears up skin problems
Helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling of the skin
Promotes weight loss
Supports the immune system
Coconut oil DOES NOT contribute to heart disease, elevated blood cholesterol or weight problems.
Be sure to choose a high-quality virgin coconut oil by following these guidelines:
Smells and tastes like fresh coconuts
Organic
No hydrogenated oil/trans fats
No chemicals/preservatives
No dried copra
No refining, bleaching or deodorizing
No genetically modified coconuts (non-GMO)
From traditional palm trees only (no hybrids)
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