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Coconut oil is extracted from dried coconut meat which is called copra. This copra is obtained by drying fresh meat under sun or any other process. Drying process may catch harmful bacteria and fungi.
written by Viineet Jain
When Jennifer Aniston was spotted with a shopping trolley full of coconut oil, the manufacturers of this little-used fat must have jumped for joy. Coconut oil has had a bad press because of its high saturated-fat content, but devotees claim it is misunderstood. written by Regina Rivard
The fundamental reasons why Virgin Coconut Oil is a must-have skin care product has to do with it's special anti-aging qualities. Virgin Coconut Oil is high in antioxidants that fight against the formation of free radicals which........... written by John Goh Goh
Coconut oil has medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that can kill lipid-coated viruses. MCFAs are easily absorbed into the lipid membranes of viruses. MCFAs weaken the membrane so that it disintegrates. The membrane splits open, spilling its insides and killing the virus. written by John Goh Goh
Coconut oil kills quite a few types of bacteria. These include streptococcus which causes pneumonia, ear infections and throat infections, staphylococcus which cause food poisoning and urinary tract infections, neisseria which causes gonorrhea, chlamydia which causes genital infections and helicobacter pyloris which causes stomach ulcers. written by John Goh Goh
Over the years, people tend to associate high blood cholesterol to be a cause of heart disease. However, most people do not know the following fact. Total blood cholesterol, which includes both HDL (good) and LDL (bad) cholesterol, is a very inaccurate indicator of heart disease risk. written by John Goh Goh
Osteoporosis is a bone disease that develops slowly. Osteoporosis causes your bones to become fragile and more likely to break. Here is a summary of 6 preventive measures you can take to prevent osteoporosis. written by Alexander Chong
Article with information about what types of supplements should be taken by nasal allergy and sinus infection patients to cure or prevent the recurring of their illness. written by John Goh Goh
Heart disease is caused by atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries. Coconut oil protects the arteries from injury caused by bacteria, viruses and free radicals. By protecting the arteries from further damage, coconut oil prevents heart disease and allows the body to heal the arterial walls. written by John Goh Goh
The medium chain fatty acids in coconut oil are easily digested and absorbed, and provide high energy lipid to Crohn’s disease sufferers who have lipid absorption problems. Patients often have trouble digesting fats but can derive essential fatty acids from the natural remedy that is coconut oil. written by John Goh Goh
Coconut oil has been labeled as the healthiest oil in the world. It has provided many health benefits to the tropical people for generations who are known for their physical beauty. Here’s a summary of the 7 ways to use coconut oil to become healthier and look better. written by John Goh Goh
The claim that coconut oil is bad for you has been widely disproved in many scientific studies and journals. Unfortunately, this perception is still around. As a result, one of nature’s most amazing resources, tropical oils, and especially coconut oil, has been lost to modern medicine for decades. written by John Goh Goh
The quality of human breast milk is influenced by the mother’s health and diet. It is important that the mother takes a diet rich in medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs). If not, the breast milk produced will not contain enough MCFAs. As a result, the baby may be mal-nourished and become vulnerable to infectious disease. written by John Goh Goh
Vegetarians get abundant fibre, vitamins, and phytochemicals that help to prevent cancer. In addition, blood analysis of vegetarians reveals a higher level of specialized white blood cells that attack cancer cells. written by John Goh Goh
How can you improve your performance at your next tennis game or soccer match? Taking care of your body and mind might be the key. Here are 5 tips for improving your physical and athletic performance.
written by John Goh Goh
Insulin is required by the cells of the body in order for them to remove and use glucose from the blood. Coconut oil improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose. Coconuts and coconut oil have a lower potassium / higher sodium ratio, which helps sustain higher blood sugar levels. written by John Goh Goh
Fats in your diet improve nutrient absorption and the medium chain fatty acids (MCFA) in coconut oil are the best fats to have in your diet. Coconut oil improves digestion and absorption of nutrients including B vitamins, fat-soluble vitamins like A,D,E, K and beta-carotene, minerals like calcium and magnesium, and some amino acids.
written by John Goh Goh
Coconut oil can be used to relieve the pain from ulcers instantly. Take a tablespoon of coconut oil and hold it for a minute on the ulcer area in the mouth. The pain goes away and the relief lasts for quite a while. written by John Goh Goh
Calcium plays an important role in building healthy teeth and bones. What many people do not know is that calcium is vital to every cell of the body for muscle function, nerve transmission, blood clotting and many other uses. Calcium is indeed a very important nutrient to have in our diet. written by John Goh Goh
An important factor to consider while choosing a good coconut oil is the lauric acid content. Lauric acid is the fundamental building block of our bodies immune system and the most effective anti-pathogenic of all medium chain fatty acids. written by John Goh Goh
The solution for candida whole body infection is to cut sugar from your diet and to take caprylic acid. Caprylic acid, a medium chain acid derived from coconut oil, is one of the most potent non-drug or natural yeast-fighting substances. It is very effective against candida and other forms of fungi. written by John Goh Goh
Have you ever wondered if many of the diseases raging through our society have a common cause? Many doctors, herbalists and nutritionists believe that the explanation may come down to three words which is acid alkaline imbalance. Over acidity of the body which can become a dangerous condition that weakens all body systems, is very common today. written by John Goh Goh
Boosting your fibre intake is good for your health. In fact, boosting it at breakfast may be the key to staying lean. This way, you use your body chemistry, not willpower, to curb cravings for junk food and get to your ideal body weight. Enjoying a fibre-rich diet, especially at breakfast, can reduce your calorie intake for up to 18 hours a day. written by John Goh Goh
Trans fats not only raise total cholesterol levels, they also deplete good cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein or HDL) which helps protect against heart disease. Due to hydrogenation, trans fats are stiffer and harder than other fats as they are made more solid. The stiffer and harder fats are, the more they clog up your arteries. written by John Goh Goh
Coconut oil may provide an effective defense against many troublesome parasites including giardia. Like bacteria and fungi, giardia can't stand up against the medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) found in coconut oil. Besides defending against protozoa, coconut oil has also been used for the removal of intestinal worms.
written by John Goh Goh
Coconut oil is also recommended by medical doctors for people with digestive problems. The fat in coconut oil is easily absorbed without the need for digestive enzymes. This is critical as the cells in our body require fats to function well. written by John Goh Goh
People often think that the less fats we eat, the better. However, you do not necessarily need to reduce your fat intake. You only need to choose a fat that doesn’t contribute to weight gain, a fat that is beneficial to you. Yes, you can lose fat by eating fat. Having the right type of fats makes you feel full and stops you from craving for food.
written by John Goh Goh
However, research shows that there is one fat that diabetics can eat without fear. That fat is coconut oil. Not only does it not contribute to diabetes, but it helps regulate blood sugar, thus lessening the effects of the disease. written by Sylvia Riley
This article explores the remarkable effects of coconut oil and omega-3 oil on fat burning, metabolism and weight loss. written by Ispas Marin
One important thing that has provided the mankind with lots of useful materials in over the history is the palm tree. The most important materials that come from the palm tree are coconut oils. Coconut and palm kernel oils were considered very good health oils in Ayurvedic medicine almost 4000 years ago. << previous page 1 next page>> |
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