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Most of the benefits of Coconut Oil can be seen in the list below:
- Kills viruses that cause mononucleosis, influenza,
hepatitis C, measles, herpes, symptoms related to
AIDS and other illnesses.
- Kills bacteria that cause pneumonia, earache,
throat infections, dental cavities, food poisoning,
urinary tract infections, meningitis, and dozens
of other diseases.
- Kills fungi and yeast that cause candida, jock
itch, ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash
and other infections.
- Expels or kills tapeworms, lice giardia, and other
parasites.
- Provides a nutritional source of quick energy
& Boosts energy and endurance enhancing physical
and athletic performance.
- Improves digestion and absorption of fat-soluble
vitamins and amino acids.
- Improves insulin secretion and utilization of
blood glucose & reduce health risks associated
with diabetes.
- Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems
of the body & symptoms associated with pancreatitis.
- Reduces problems associated with mal absorption
syndrome and cystic fibrosis.
- Improves calcium and magnesium absorption and
supports the development of strong bones and teeth.
Helps protect against osteoporosis & Helps prevent
periodontal disease and tooth decay.
- Helps relieve symptoms of gall bladder disease.
- Relieves symptoms associated with Crohn's disease,
ulcerative colitis, and stomach ulcers.
- Reduces pain and irritation caused by hemorrhoids.
- Reduces chronic inflammation Supports tissue healing
and repair.
- Supports and aids immune system function.
- Helps protect the body from breast, colon, and
many other cancers.
- Keeps heart healthy; does not increase blood cholesterol
or platelet stickiness.
- Helps prevent heart disease, atherosclerosis,
and stroke. Helps prevent high blood pressure.
- Functions as a protective antioxidant, this helps
to protect the body from harmful free-radicals that
promote premature aging and degenerative diseases.
- Does not deplete the body's antioxidant reserves
like other cooking and body lotions/oils do.
- Improves utilization of essential fatty acids
and protects them from oxidation.
- Relieves symptoms associated with benign prostatic
hyperplasia (prostate enlargement).
- Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder
infections.
- Helps prevent liver disease.
- Is lower in calories than all other fats (inc'
virgin olive oil).
- Supports & promotes healthy thyroid function
& helps relieve symptoms associated with chronic
fatigue syndrome.
- Promotes loss of excess weight by increasing metabolic
rate, this can help prevent obesity and overweight
problems.
- Is utilized by the body to produce energy in preference
to being stored as body fat like other dietary fats.
- Applied topically helps to form a chemical barrier
on the skin to ward off infection. Supports the
natural chemical balance of the skin and pH factor.
- Reduces symptoms associated with psoriasis, eczema,
and dermatitis.
- Softens skin and helps relieve dryness and flaking.
Prevents wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots.
- Promotes healthy-looking hair and complexion.
Controls dandruff & Problem scalp conditions.
- Provides protection from the damaging effects
of ultraviolet radiation from the sun
- Because of its many beneficial dietary and topical
applications,VCO helps you look and feel younger.
- Is resistant to oxidation, so has a long shelf
life.
- Does not form harmful by-products when heated
to normal cooking temperatures like other vegetable
oils do.
- Has no known harmful or discomforting side effects
and is completely non-toxic to humans.
 "Never
before have the discovery of medium-chain fatty acids
(Lauric Oil, found in Virgin Coconut Oil) realized
to have such a beneficial nutraceutical effect to
our bodies when taken as a dietary supplement or applied
topically"
Coconut oil has been used for centuries as a vital
source of food for health and general well being in
traditional communities of tropical regions. Recent
research verifies traditional beliefs that the coconut
palm is "The Tree of Life" and that, just
like any other pure, whole food, have a significant
role to play in a well balanced, nutritious diet.
Abandoning unhealthy lifestyles and reverting to natural
foods can help to reverse many of the diseases that
have manifested in our bodies through the highly refined
diet of our modern society. This web site provides
information on the researched health benefits that
can be derived from using coconuts and Virgin Coconut Oil in conjunction with a well balanced diet and a
healthy lifestyle.
Research shows that VCO generally creates a more
favorable HDL/LDL ratio.(used to measure cholesterol)
This oil has anti viral, antibacterial, anti microbial,
and antiprotozoal properties and, like all whole foods,
contains nutrients for a healthy body.
Saturated Fat ~ A Vital Ingredient for a Healthy Body:
Over many decades coconut oil received bad publicity
due to its saturated fat content, .But It is not only
the highest source of saturated fats (92%) but included
in this is the highest source of saturated medium
chain triglycerides (62%) of any naturally occurring
vegan food source. Furthermore around 50% of these
MCT's are made up of Lauric acids, the most important
essential fatty acid in building and maintaining the
body and immune system.
Apart from coconut oil, the only other source of
lauric acid found in such high concentrations is in
mother's milk. Tropical oils and mother's milk are
by far the richest food sources of medium chain fatty
acids available. Any other vegetable oil is completely
deficient in these medium chain fatty acids.
It should also be remembered that the negative research
done on coconut oil in the past was the result of
one study conducted four decades ago, using hydrogenated
oil (which has been altered from its original form),
not on Virgin Coconut Oil. Research shows that some
saturated fat is in fact necessary for human health
and modern research shows that the "medium chain
fatty acids" are more easily digested than fats
found in other oils. This is because they are processed
directly in the liver and immediately converted into
energy. There is therefore less strain on the liver,
pancreas and digestive system and these MCFA provide
the body with a wonderful, quick source of energy.
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