Lowers Cholesterol-Coconut oil lowers cholesterol by promoting its conversion to prenenolone, a molecule that is precursor to many of the hormones our bodies need. Coconut oil contains a saturated fat called lauric acid. Research has shown that lauric acid increases the good HDL cholesterol in the blood to help improve cholesterol ratio level. Coconut oil also helps to restore a functioning thyroid.
Balances Weight-Coconut oils have special fats called medium chain triglycerides. This has shown to break down these types of healthy fats in the liver leading to improved energy. In 2009 study found that women who consumed about 2 tablespoons of coconut oil daily for 12 weeks not only did the women not gain more weight, but actually had lowered amounts of abdominal fat.
Helps Digestion-Coconut oil helps to improve the digestive system and prevents various stomach and digestion-related problems such as IBS. The saturated fats that are present in coconut oil have antimicrobial properties and help in dealing with various parasites, fungi and bacteria. Lastly coconut oil also helps to absorption the other nutrients such as amino acids, minerals and vitamins.
Boost Immune System- Coconut oil strengthens the immune system because it contains lauric acid, caprylic acid, capric acid and antimicrobial lipids, which have anti fungal, antiviral and antibacterial properties.
Better Skin-Coconut oil acts as an effective moisturizer on all types of skin, including dry skin. Coconut oil is a safe solution for preventing dryness and flaking skin. It also delays the appearance of sagging and wrinkles in the skin due to aging. Coconut oil also helps to treat various skin problems such as dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis.
In recent years Coconut Oil, has gained some major populairty, so it can be purchased many places such as online, and in many health food stores.
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