tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2801787437708868272024-02-07T11:25:38.609-08:00Discover Coconut OilCOCONUT OIL - This gift from the tropics, is now being recognized by the medical community as a functional food and a powerful immunization tool against diseases. Research and studies have found it to be one of the healthiest and safest oils on the planet. Easily digested, it is the only oil that doesn't require bile to digest it. Moreover, unlike most oils, coconut oil will not oxidize as easily upon heating. This makes coconut oil the ideal cooking oil.RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.comBlogger28125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-53425709144410347272013-11-19T23:59:00.001-08:002013-11-19T23:59:21.908-08:00Coconut Oil and Fat Loss<h2><b><span style="font-weight: normal;"> How Coconut Oil Helps You Lose Fat:</span></b></h2><ol><li><strong>Boosts Your Energy</strong> – Coconut Oil is a fat that is not converted to carbohydrates or stored as fats – avoiding weight gain – its medium chain fatty acids that is used directly used by cells for energy!</li>
<li><strong>Burns Your Fat</strong> - the medium chain fatty acids also help your body burn stored fat for energy by promoting fat oxidation, therefore helping you shed those unwanted pounds!</li>
<li><strong>Increases Your Metabolism</strong> – it improves your thyroid function, because your body produces more thyroxin (the body’s accelerator), thereby boosting energy expenditure (even while resting) and promoting weight loss!</li>
<li><strong>Burns Calories to Generate Heat </strong> – Coconut Oil’s thermogenic property is one of the most beneficial in a weight loss aid, burning calories to keep you warm and active!</li>
<li><strong>Suppresses Your Appetite </strong>– when taken before meals, Coconut Oil reduces your appetite during meals so you feel fuller sooner and eat less, promoting weight loss. It even helps stave away those hunger pangs after meals – reducing those calorific evening fridge gazes!</li>
</ol><h2>The amount of Coconut Oil you should consume per day will depend on your body weight:</h2>Over 75 pounds: 2 tablespoons<br />
Over 99 pounds: 2 and a half tablespoons<br />
Over 126 pounds: 3 tablespoons<br />
Break it up throughout the day. Take it about a half hour before meals. Buy Organic Virgin Coconut Oil.<br />
Remember that it should be part of a healthy diet. <a href="http://www.successfulmasteryofweight.com/1-eat-three-meals-new-snacks/" title="1 – Eat Three Meals + New Snacks">See Info…</a><br />
<strong>LOW FAT DIETERS: </strong>Your body<strong> </strong>has had to compensate for the lack of proper fat, so you will need to make a slow transition into a healthy fat diet. If you feel nausea, start with a smaller amount of the coconut oil and slowly increase as your system can handle the coconut oil. The reaction to the coconut oil must likely is due to your body’s inability to produce enough of the fat-digesting bile needed by the longer chain fatty acids. Your body will return to its ability to create the bile usually within a couple weeks.<br />
<h2>Carbohydrate Restriction</h2>It is important to reduce your carbohydrates if you are going to take the coconut oil for fat loss. If you restrict your carbohydrates to vegetables and small portions of low sugar fruits, you will get the fat loss effects of the coconut oil.<br />
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RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-45278131415241740872013-07-30T10:30:00.000-07:002013-07-30T10:30:56.706-07:0013 Evidence-Based Medicinal Properties of Coconut Oil<div class="rtecenter">
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While coconut oil has dragged itself out of the muck of vast misrepresentation over the past few years, it still rarely gets the appreciation it truly deserves. Not just a "good" saturated fat, coconut oil is an exceptional healing agent as well, with loads of useful health applications.<br />
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<span style="font-size: 14px;">Some examples of "good" saturated fat include</span></h1>
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<li> <b>Fat-burning</b>: Ironic, isn't it? A saturated fat which can accelerate the loss of midsection fat (the most dangerous kind). Well, there are now two solid, human studies showing just two tablespoons a day (30 ml), in both men and women, is capable of <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/6-evidence-based-ways-burn-belly-fat-and-extend-your-life">reducing belly fat</a></b> within 1-3 months.</li>
<li> <b>Brain-Boosting</b>: A now famous study, published in 2006 in the journal <i>Neurobiology of Aging</i>, showed that the administration of medium chain triglycerides (most plentifully found in coconut oil) in 20 subjects with Alzheimer's disease or mild cognitive impairment, resulted in significant increases in ketone bodies (within only 90 minutes after treatment) associated with measurable cognitive improvement in those with less severe cognitive dysfunction.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn1" name="_ednref1" title="">[i]</a></li>
<li> <b>Clearing Head Lice</b>: When combined with anise spray, coconut oil was found to be superior to the insecticide permethrin (.43%).<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn2" name="_ednref2" title="">[ii]</a></li>
<li> <b>Healing Wounds</b>: <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/article/coconut-oil-traditionally-used-indonesian-folk-medicine-wound-management">Coconut has been used for wound healing</a></b> since time immemorial. Three of the identified mechanisms behind these healing effects are its ability to accelerate re-epithelialization, improve antioxidant enzyme activity, and stimulate higher collagen cross-linking within the tissue being repaired.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn3" name="_ednref3" title="">[iii]</a> Coconut oil has even been shown to work synergistically with traditional treatments, such as silver sulphadizine, to speed burn wound recovery.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn4" name="_ednref4" title="">[iv]</a></li>
<li> <b>NSAID Alternative</b>: Coconut oil has been demonstrated to have anti-inflammatory, analgesic and fever-reducing properties.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn5" name="_ednref5" title="">[v]</a></li>
<li> <b>Anti-Ulcer Activity</b>: Interestingly, coconut milk (which includes coconut oil components), has been shown to be as effective as the conventional drug sucralfate as an NSAID-associated anti-ulcer agent.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn6" name="_ednref6" title="">[vi]</a></li>
<li> <b>Anti-Fungal</b>: In 2004, 52 isolates of Candida species were exposed to coconut oil. The most notorious form, Candida albicans, was found to have the highest susceptibility. Researchers remarked: "Coconut oil should be used in the treatment of fungal infections in view of emerging drug-resistant Candida species."<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn7" name="_ednref7" title="">[vii]</a></li>
<li> <b>Testosterone-Booster</b>: Coconut oil was found to reduce oxidative stress in the testes of rats, resulting in significantly higher levels of testosterone.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn8" name="_ednref8" title="">[viii]</a></li>
<li> <b>Reducing Swollen Prostat</b>e: Coconut oil has been found to reduce testosterone-induced benign prostate growth in rats.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn9" name="_ednref9" title="">[ix]</a></li>
<li> <b>Improving Blood Lipids</b>: Coconut oil consistently <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/article/dietary-coconut-oil-elevates-hdl-and-reduces-abdominal-obesity-women">improves the LDL:HDL ratio</a></b> in the blood of those who consume it. Given this effect, coconut oil can nolonger be dismissed for being 'that saturated fat which clogs the arteries.'</li>
<li> <b>Fat-Soluble Nutrient Absorption</b>: Coconut oil was recently found to be superior to safflower oil in enhancing tomato carotenoid absorption.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn10" name="_ednref10" title="">[x]</a></li>
<li> <b>Bone Health</b>: Coconut oil has been shown to reduce oxidative stress within the bone, which may prevent structural damage in osteoporotic bone.<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn11" name="_ednref11" title="">[xi]</a> [Note: <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/osteoporosis-myth-dangers-high-bone-mineral-density">Osteoporosis is a Myth</a></b>, as presently defined by the T-Score]</li>
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<li> <b>Sunscreen</b>: Coconut oil has been shown to block out UV rays by 30%. Keep in mind that this is good, insofar as UVA rays are damaging to the skin, whereas UVB rays are highly beneficial (when exposure is moderate).<a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/blog/13-evidence-based-medicinal-properties-coconut-oil#_edn1" name="_ednref1" title="">[i]</a> Make sure to check this list of other <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/article/herbs-provide-protection-against-harmful-uv-radiation-due-their-antioxidant-activity">sun-blocking oils</a></b>.</li>
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Of course, when speaking about coconut oil, we are only looking at one part of the amazing coconut palm. Each component, including <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/article/coconut-husk-fiber-contains-compounds-pain-and-inflammation-killing-activities">coconut hull fiber</a></b>, <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/substance/coconut-protein">coconut protein</a></b> and <b><a href="http://www.greenmedinfo.com/substance/coconut-water">coconut water</a></b> has experimentally confirmed therapeutic applications.<br />
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RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-2237032170640731622012-10-20T03:23:00.001-07:002012-10-20T03:23:42.048-07:00How Does Coconut Oil Affect My Cholesterol?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="font-size: 24.0pt;">New Study Shows Virgin Coconut
Oil Improves Cholesterol Levels</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A clinical study out of the University of Santo Tomas (UST),
Philippines, has shown that eating virgin coconut oil (VCO) produces
beneficial effects on triglyceride and cholesterol levels.</span></div>
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The research team led by Dr. Christina Binag of the UST Research
Center for Natural and Applied Science said the double-blind study,<u><span style="color: darkgreen;">
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were taking VCO and the placebo, showed decreases in triglycerides
and improved the cholesterol ratio, both indicators of reduced risk
of cardiovascular disease. </span></div>
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Commissioned by the Philippine Coconut Authority, the study required
110 participants to take 3 tablespoons of VCO every day for four
months while 79 others took a placebo for the same period. Dr. Binag
said this was the largest clinical study ever undertaken on the
effects of VCO on cholesterol levels. </span></div>
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Results indicated that among the VCO takers decreases in
triglycerides and very low density lipoprotein (VLDL)—a form of the
so-called “bad” cholesterol. They also showed elevated high density
lipoprotein (HDL), which is known as the “good” cholesterol. Higher
levels of HDL cholesterol is known to reduce the risk of heart
attacks and strokes. No changes were seen the lipid profile of the
placebo group.</span></div>
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Other changes were also noted by the researchers, stating, “There
was an unexplained rise in creatinine but still within the normal
range. Elevations in Free Thyroid 3 and Free Thyroid 4 were noted
due to enhanced thyroid function. No change was noted with BMI (body
mass index) and weight.”</span></div>
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Aside from these clinical effects, the group also reported that
those who took the VCO felt stronger and healthier. They reported
regular bowel movements, increase in appetite and stamina, and
better sleep with regular VCO intake of 3 tablespoons a day.</span></div>
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Apart from keeping cholesterol levels under control, improving
thyroid function, and boosting energy levels, three spoonfuls of
virgin coconut oil may also enhance a person’s sex life. Some
members of the group reported that they were more virile during the
test phase. “It was an interesting observation that 13 percent of
the VCO takers experienced becoming sexually active in the whole
duration of their participation in the VCO study,” the team said.
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This study provides further evidence that virgin coconut oil is not
only heart healthy but may provide additional health benefits as
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">Reference:</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">Scientists Present Results of Clinical
Study on VCO – Philipines. Cocommunity 1 May, 2012, Vol 42, No 4,
pp7-8.</span><span style="color: #663300; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-style: italic; font-weight: 700;"> <span style="font-size: x-small;"><a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.com/hwnl_9-3.htm" target="_blank">The Healthy Ways Newsletter</a></span></span></span></div>
RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-65355812683444429562012-01-11T23:51:00.000-08:002012-10-20T03:49:54.343-07:00160 Uses for Coconut Oil<a href="http://www.hybridrastamama.com/2012/01/160-uses-for-coconut-oil.html">posted by Hybrid Rasta Mama</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Offering a myriad of
health benefits, coconut oil is affordable, readily available and
completely natural. I use it for EVERYTHING. Literally. I buy it in 5
gallon increments and keep it all over my house. I even have some in the
car. So here is a little information to inspire you to check out this
amazing oil!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><i><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Coconut Oil Is:</b> </span></i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-bacterial</b> (kills bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, gum diseases, and other bacterial infections)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-carcinogenic</b> (coconut oil has antimicrobial properties so it effectively prevents the spread of cancer cells and enhances the immune system)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-fungal</b> (kills fungi and yeast that lead to infection)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-inflammatory</b>
(appears to have a direct effect in suppressing inflammation and
repairing tissue, and it may also contribute by inhibiting harmful
intestinal microorganisms that cause chronic inflammation.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-microbial/Infection Fighting</b>
(the medium-chain fatty acids and monoglycerides found in coconut oil
are the same as those in human mother's milk, and they have
extraordinary antimicrobial properties. By disrupting the lipid
structures of microbes, they inactivate them. About half of coconut oil
consists of lauric acid. Lauric acid, its metabolite monolaurin and
other fatty acids in coconut oil are known to protect against infection
from bacteria, viruses, yeast, fungi and parasites. While not having any
negative effect on beneficial gut bacteria, coconut oil inactivates
undesirable microbes.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>An Antioxidant</b> (protects against free-radical formation and damage)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-parasitic</b> (fights to rid the body of tapeworms, lice and other parasites)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-protozoa</b> (kills giardia, a common protozoan infection of the gut)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-retroviral</b> (kills HIV and HLTV-1)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Anti-viral</b> (kills viruses that cause influenza, herpes, measles, hepatitis C, SARS, AIDS, and other viruses)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Infection fighting </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Has no harmful for discomforting side effects</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Known to improve nutrient absorption</b> (easily digestible; makes vitamins and minerals more available to the body)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><b>Nontoxic to humans and animals</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Here is a chart
outlining the recommended daily dosage of virgin coconut oil for persons
over the age of 12. Coconut oil may be consumed by children under 12
but it is advisable to check with a healthcare practitioner on the
proper dosage. Any good naturopath will have the information at the
ready. <i>(Starting at 12 months of age, I gave my daughter one teaspoon per day and she weighed about 16 pounds at that time.)</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Weight in pounds/kilograms</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Number of tablespoons of coconut oil daily</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">175+/79+</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">150+ /68+</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 1/2</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">125+ / 57+</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">100+/ 45+</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 1/2</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">75+ / 34+</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">50+ / 23+</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 1/2</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">25+ / 11+</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><b><i>Type of Coconut Oil to use:</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Expeller pressed (refined) coconut oil can be used for anything. It does not have a coconutty smell or taste.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Virgin (unrefined)
coconut oil tastes and smells coconutty and is great for cooking and
baking where you want that flavor. You can use it for anything but it
will impart a coconut taste (mild) and odor (pleasant in my book)!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Food grade should always be used.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>160 Uses for Coconut Oil</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Coconut Oil for Personal Hygiene/Body</span></i></b></span><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">1. <b>Age Spots</b> (also known as liver spots) – applying coconut oil directly to the age spot will help it fade.<br />2. <b>After Shave</b> – coconut oil will help heal your skin after shaving without clogging pores. Great for razor burn!<br />3. <b>Baldness</b> – apply three times a day to affected area of hair loss. Coconut oil supports cell regeneration. <br />4. <b>Birth
Marks</b> – can be used after a laser removal treatment to aid in healing.
Can also be applied after an apple cider vinegar treatment to help
support and aid the fading process.<br />5. <b>Body Scrub</b> – mix coconut oil
and sugar together and rub all over! Rinse off and your skin will be
super soft! You can add in essential oils if you would like a specific
smell.<br />6. <b>Bruises</b> – applied directly to the bruise, coconut oil enhances the healing process by reducing swelling and redness.<br />7. <b>Bug
Bites</b> – when applied directly to a bug bite, coconut oil can stop the
itching and burning sensation as well as hasten the healing process.<br />8. <b>Burns</b>
– apply to burn site immediately and continue applying until healed.
Will reduce the chances of permanent scarring and promotes healing.<br />9. <b>Chapstick</b>
– just rub a little into lips and it not only acts as a softening agent
but it also has an SPF of about 4 so you get a little protection!<br />10. <b>Cradle
Cap</b> – having issues with dry skin on your baby’s scalp? Coconut oil
will not only nourish your baby’s skin, it also helps eliminate cradle
cap. Just rub a teaspoon onto scalp daily.<br />11. <b>Dandruff</b> – coconut oil
soaks into the scalp moisturizing dry skin and relieves symptoms of
dandruff. It also helps to control oil secretion from the scalp, another
leading cause of dandruff.<br />12. <b>Deodorant</b> – coconut oil alone can be
used as a deodorant, but even more effective in combination with
cornstarch/arrowroot powder and baking soda!<br />13. <b>Diaper Salve</b> – very comforting on a rashy bum with no harsh chemicals. Also safe for cloth diapers. <br />14. <b>Exfoliator</b>
– coconut oil mixed with sugar or sea salt is a very nourishing and
effective exfoliator and safe to use all over the body.<br />15. <b>Eye cream</b> – apply under the eyes to reduce puffiness, bags and wrinkles. Use on the lids in the evening.<br />16. <b>Face
Wash/ Soap</b> – mix equal parts coconut oil with either olive oil or
castor oil and use in place of soap when washing your face. Wet face,
rub oil in and leave on for two minutes, rinse and pat dry. One teaspoon
should be adequate.<br />17. <b>Hair conditioner/ Deep Treatment</b> - use as a
leave-in hair conditioner by applying a teaspoon of coconut oil to your
ends and then running your fingers through your hair to distribute the
rest! For a deeper treatment, rub in a tablespoon of coconut oil onto
your dry scalp and gently work through to the ends. Put a shower cap on
to prevent transfer onto bed linens and leave on overnight.<br />18. <b>Hair
Gel/ Defrizzer</b> – rub a little between your palms and either scrunch into
hair (for curly hair) or finger comb in through from scalp to ends (for
wavy/straight hair).<br />19. <b>Healing</b> - when applied on scrapes and cuts,
coconut oil forms a thin, chemical layer which protects the wound from
outside dust, bacteria and virus. Coconut oil speeds up the healing
process of bruises by repairing damaged tissues. Plus, it smells a
heck-of-a-lot better than anything from the pharmacy.<br />20. <b>Lubricant</b> – it is an all-natural, perfectly safe personal lubricant. Not compatible with latex!<br />21. <b>Makeup Remover</b> – use a cotton swab and a dab of coconut oil and you would be amazed at how well it works! <br />22. <b>Massage Oil</b> – pretty simple; grab some and rub!<br />23. <b>Moisturizer</b> – simply scoop some out of the jar and apply all over your body, including neck and face.<br />24.<b> Mole
Remover</b> – when applied after an apple cider vinegar compress for
several weeks, moles have been known to “slide off” or just disappear.<br />25. <b>Nipple
Cream</b> – works great to nourish cracked, sore or dry nipples. Apply to a
cotton ball and leave on your nipples between feedings.<br />26. <b>Oily
Skin Fix </b>– prone to oily skin or an oily T-zone? Use a pea sized amount
underneath makeup or alone to reduce the appearance of oil.<br />27. <b>Pre
Shampoo Treatment for Hair</b> – rub a little into scalp and hair before
shampooing. This is especially useful for those with course or frizzy
hair. <br />28. <b>Pre-Shave</b> – coconut oil will prep skin for the pending damage caused by shaving.<br />29. <b>Skin Problems</b> – coconut oil relieves skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, and eczema.<br />30. <b>Stretch
Mark Cream</b> – coconut oil is great at nourishing damaged skin. It may
not be the magic stretch mark cure but it will help. <br />31. <b>Sun Burn Relief</b> – rub liberal amounts of coconut oil into the affected area.<br />32. <b>Sunscreen</b> – see my post on <a href="http://www.jobdescriptionmommy.com/job-description-mommy/2011/06/sunscreen.html">natural sunscreen</a> for more detailed information.<br />33. <b>Swimmers
Ear</b> – mix garlic oil and coconut oil and put a few drops in affected
ear for about 10 minutes. Do this 2-3 times a day and it usually works
within one or two days.<br />34. <b>Tattoo Healing and Moisturizer</b> –
continued use of coconut oil on tattoos will help keep the pigment from
fading. Used on new tattoos, coconut will hasten the healing process and
decrease the chance of infection.<br />35. <b>Toothpaste</b> – there are
numerous recipes out there but I just mix coconut oil and baking soda
and dab a little of the mix on my toothbrush.<br />36. <b>Wrinkle Prevention
and Wrinkle Reducer</b> – rubbing coconut oil on winkles and sagging skin
helps strengthen the connective tissues to bring back that youthful
look!</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><br /><b><i><span style="font-size: medium;">Coconut Oil for General Health and Wellness</span></i></b><span style="font-size: small;"><br />37. <b>Breastfeeding</b> – for breastfeeding moms, consuming 3 ½ tablespoons of coconut oil daily will enrich the milk supply. <br />38. <b>Bones
and Teeth</b> – coconut oil aids in the absorption of calcium and magnesium
leading to better development of bones and teeth.<br />39. <b>Digestion</b> -
the saturated fats in coconut oil help control parasites and fungi that
cause indigestion and other digestion related problems such as irritable
bowel syndrome. The fat in coconut oil also aids in the absorption of
vitamins, minerals and amino acids, making you healthier all around. <br />40. <b>Energy
Boost </b>– coconut oil boosts energy and endurance making it a great
supplement for athletes as well as those needed a quick pick me up.<br />41. <b>Fitness</b>
- coconut oil has been proven to stimulate your metabolism, improve
thyroid function, and escalate energy levels, all of which help decrease
your unwanted fat while increasing muscle. <br />42. <b>Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose</b> making it great for both diabetics and non-diabetic. <br />43. <b>Lung Function</b> – increases the fluidity of cell surfaces.<br />44. <b>Nausea</b> – rub some coconut oil on the inside for the wrist and forearm to calm an upset stomach.<br />45. <b>Nose
bleeds</b> - coconut oil can prevent nose bleeding that is caused by
sensitivity to weather such as extreme heat and extreme cold. This
condition happens when the nasal passages become dry because of cold or
dry air resulting to burns and cracks in the mucus membranes so bleeding
happens. To prevent this just put coconut oil in you nostrils. Coat
your finger with coconut oil and then lie down and coat your finger
inside your nose. Doing this will strengthen and protect the capillaries
in the nasal passages. A Vitamin C supplement will also help prevent
nose bleeding.<br />46. <b>Oil pulling</b> with coconut oil offers a two for one health benefit!<br />47. <b>Stress
Relief</b> - relieve mental fatigue by applying coconut oil to the head in a
circular, massaging motion. The natural aroma of coconuts is extremely
soothing thus helping to lower your stress level. <br />48.<b> Vitamin and nutrient absorption</b><br />49. <b>Weight loss</b> - the saturated fats contribute to weight loss and controlling cravings. Also increases metabolic rate.<br /><br /><br /><b><i>Coconut
Oil for Health Problems (when taken internally it is known for aiding,
preventing, relieving or even curing these health issues)</i></b><br />50. <b>Acid reflux/indigestion aid</b> if taken after a meal<br />51. <b>Adrenal fatigue</b><br />52. <b>Allergies</b> (seasonal hay fever)<br />53. <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011/11/benefits-of-coconut-oil-for-alzheimers.html" target="_blank"><b>Alzheimer’s/Dementia</b></a><br />54. <b>Asthma</b>, even in children<br />55. <b>Autism</b><br />56. <b>Bowel function </b><br />57. <b>Bronchial Infections</b><br />58. <b>Cancer</b> (has been shown to prevent colon and breast cancer in laboratory tests)<br />59. <b>Candida Albicans</b><br />60. <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2012/10/how-does-coconut-oil-affect-my.html" target="_blank"><b>Cholesterol</b></a> - improves HDL ('good' cholesterol) to HDL ('bad' cholesterol) ratio in people with high cholesterol <br />61. <b>Chronic Fatigue</b><br />62. <b>Crohns Disease</b> and resulting inflammation<br />63. <b>Circulation</b>/feeling cold all the time<br />64. <b>Colds and Flus</b><br />65. <b>Constipation </b><br />66. <b>Cystic Fibrosis</b><br />67. <b>Depression</b><br />68. <b>Diabetes</b> - helps keep blood sugar levels stable and/or helps with cravings<br />69. <b>Dysentery</b><br />70. <b>Eczema</b> – in addition to taking it internally, many have success applying it externally, but some don't<br />71. <b>Edema</b><br />72. <b>Energy boost</b><br />73. <b>Epilepsy</b> (known to reduce epileptic seizures)<br />74. <b>Fever Support </b><br />75. <b>Flaky, Dry Skin</b><br />76. <b>Gallbladder disease</b> and pain<br />77. <b>Gas</b><br />78. <b>H. pylori</b><br />79. <b>Head Lice</b><br />80. <b>Heart Disease</b> (protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis)</span></span></span><br />
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<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/1591202930" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold;">By Mary T. Newport, MD, Author of Alzheimer's Disease: What If There Was a Cure?</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-size: large;">My husband Steve, now 61-years-old, has
early onset Alzheimer’s disease. In May 2008, while he was screening
for clinical trials, I came across information about a potential
treatment in development: AC-1202, now called Axona.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/images/1591202930" id="imageViewerLink" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;" target="ImageView"><img alt="Alzheimer's Disease: What If There Was a Cure?" id="detailProductImage" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51EtTjYr2RL._SL210_.jpg" /></a>As I learned about the potential
treatment, I learned that consuming medium chain triglycerides (derived
from coconut oil) resulted in improved cognition in about half of the
persons with Alzheimer’s or Mild Cognitive Impairment in their studies.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, I gave my husband Steve some
coconut oil. He had a dramatic response with a remarkable improvement in
clock drawing and in his memory testing. Two months later, Steve
continued to improve and other people confirmed that it was not my
imagination.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Steve ‘s dramatic improvement began on
the very day he started taking coconut oil. This was consistent with
results of the first Axona study in which nearly half of the people had
improved memory scores after taking just one dose of Axona.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Since we had changed nothing else in
the months prior to or immediately after starting coconut oil, it ‘s
reasonable that it was the cause for his improvement.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The way Steve explains the change he experienced, it was like the light bulb came back on the day he started taking coconut oil.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Why is Coconut Oil Beneficial to Alzheimer ‘s Patients?</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One important feature of Alzheimer’s
disease is that the brain gradually develops insulin deficiency and
resistance. As a result, glucose (which is the usual fuel for brain
cells) cannot enter the neurons, so the neurons malfunction before
eventually dying.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But there may be a way to help alleviate that problem.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Increased ketones can also benefit
people suffering from other diseases, such as Parkinson ‘s, ALS (Lou
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<span style="font-size: large;">After conducting extensive research the author found that Alzheimer's Disease effects can be indeed turned around. There are cases cited where people who had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease took not only prescribed medicines but also simple treatments available from health food stores. Amazing how in just a very short period of time people were able to go back to productive lives! </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">This book offers real hope which can be experienced in such a simple process. I really like the appendix resources where tracking can be done of dosages and progress. Also the caregiver's resource was very nicely done. The easy to understand language of this book helped me versus too much technical information to sift through. There is a lot of technical information which is then explained in layman's terms. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I highly recommend this book! I read the entire book in a day because it was just that interesting! Also, my father had Alzheimer's and if I had this information before now I could have helped him. He died of cancer but the alzheimer's showed up in most areas of his life. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It is his sincere hope that people who are battling Alzheimer's and other diseases will be able to try alternatives and find success. While there are no absolute guarantees, these findings foster hope in the never-ending battle with Alzheimer's Disease. </span><br />
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<b>Article by Cesar C. Villariba</b><br />
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<tr><td class="F1" valign="top"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">A farmer in Dumaguete City, the Philippines, climbs up a 20-foot coconut tree to gather coconut sap known as tuba which his wife will cook into coco sugar or ferment into coconut gin called “lambanog” to provide livelihood to his family. Mandy Navasero / For Philippine Daily Inquirer</span></td></tr>
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<tr><td><div align="left"><div class="relative" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: large;">After previous claims as an antiseptic, AIDS cure, anti-infective, cholesterol-basher, and remedy for various aches and pains, coconut oil is now being hailed as a possible miracle cure for Alzheimer’s.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: large;">The American physician, who has been dubbed “Dr. Coconut” for his tireless research into and championing of coconut oil’s healing properties, is back in the country bringing the latest breakthrough in the management of Alzheimer’s and other neurological conditions.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: large;">Dr. Bruce Fife presented his evidence at the ongoing 10th Coconut Festival in Mandaluyong City, relating the remarkable recovery of Steve Newport, 58, from five years of progressive dementia after just 35 days of taking virgin coconut oil (VCO).</span><br />
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<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/094159985X" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img alt="Stop Alzheimer's Now!: How to Prevent & Reverse Dementia, Parkinson's, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis & Other Neurodegenerative Disorders" border="0" id="detailProductImage" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51dVSekJxUL._SL210_.jpg" /></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: large;">Fife has written all about it in his book, “<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/094159985X">Stop Alzheimer’s Now</a>.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: large;">Fife has established a nonprofit organization, <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/">Coconut Research Center</a>, to educate the public on the health and nutritional aspects of coconut. He has documented his researches in two books, “<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599604">Coconut Cures</a>” (2005) and “<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0941599663?ie=UTF8&tag=disccocooil-20&linkCode=xm2&creativeASIN=0941599663">Coconut Water</a>.”</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span>Coconut oil is typically found in the supplement section of your local health food store or online at <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a>. Note: <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> is offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with </span><span>your 1st time purchase (use </span></span><span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-size: large;">ref #6618482 on your order form) </span></span></div></td></tr>
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<a href="http://www.asianewsnet.net/home/news.php?id=21137"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Click here to read the entire article by <b>Cesar C. Villariba, </b></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: x-small;">Director of the Philippine Coconut Authority governing board</span><b></b></a>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-54616810541307769682011-07-23T20:01:00.000-07:002011-07-31T12:34:39.342-07:00Discover Coconut Oil: THE Healthiest Fat Choice on the Planet<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQuAfoohkqVoXtVuEVu0kOWoMeGNMpITfdE_WBRA5HFI07TIThoPA" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQuAfoohkqVoXtVuEVu0kOWoMeGNMpITfdE_WBRA5HFI07TIThoPA" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">Coconut oil is no fad! Coconut-eating cultures in the tropics have consistently lower cholesterol than people in the U.S. For thousands of years, the coconut has been used to keep people in the tropics healthy and lean. Why is coconut oil so special among the others? <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/Coconut%20Research-Coconut%20Research%20Center.pdf">Research continues to confirm that coconut oil has many incredible heath benefits. </a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our re-discovery of this healthy choice started in the 1930's when <a href="http://www.westonaprice.org/search?q=coconut">Dr. Weston Price</a> ventured to the South Pacific Islands. There he discovered healthy and trim islanders. Their diets were naturally high in coconut products. Despite the 30-60% high fat concentration of their total caloric intake from fully saturated coconut oil, heart disease was virtually non-existent. <a href="http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/coconut-oil-continues-to-be-the-healthiest-choice-in-fat#.TholH2GLyd8.twitter">Coconut oil was found to balance the thyroid function and normalize cholesterol levels important for a healthy heart. Researchers began to realize that coconut oil did other things including help to support the immune system, cut body fat, fuel the brain and provide a boost for metabolism. </a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Coconut in one form or another helps to promote weight control by <a href="http://bit.ly/dYB8qM%20">increasing the metabolic rate</a>. What is coconut oil? One reason for coconut oil’s health benefits, is that it’s rich in lauric acid which converts in your body to monolaurin – a compound also found in breast milk which is easily digested and strengthens the immunity. It raises the body’s metabolism and fights off pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, parasites and fungi. Capric acid, another coconut fatty acid present in smaller amounts, is also a anti-microbial component. Yet, coconut oil does not harm the "friendly" bacteria which is needed for a healthy digestive system. Moreover, coconut oil consists primarily of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which are easily metabolized by the body so you have less fat build up. <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011/04/medical-benefits-of-coconut-oil.html">Weight management is not easy until you realize that when you eat the RIGHT kind of fat, your body will burn fat!</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">For internal health benefits use coconut oil for cooking. Coconut oil improves digestion and absorption of other nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids. It is therefore helpful to enhance overall health for people in general but, especially for pregnant women, nursing mothers, the elderly, people with digestive disturbances and athletes seeking to boost their energy, endurance, as well as, physical and athletic performance. By the way, <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011/01/7-reasons-why-you-should-be-using.html">among the many good reasons for using coconut oil, compared to other oils, coconut oil has the highest smoke point which allows it to withstand higher cooking temperatures and maintain its structural integrity</a>. From a scientific health viewpoint, it seems as though coconut oil has enough in it to make it worth while to consume on a daily basis. </span><br />
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<blockquote><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://truthinaging.com/beauty-360/drinking-oil-for-beauty">“I personally take four tablespoons of coconut oil per day, either on my salads, in my cooking or in my cups of green tea. I will not go a day without coconut oil.”</a> </span></blockquote><span style="font-size: large;"> ~Supermodel, 28, Miranda Kerr known for her organic lifestyle which she believes contributes to her glowing skin and her always hydrated hair. Aussie Miranda is married to Lord Of The Rings actor Orlando Bloom, 34. She gave birth to their son Flynn in January, credits Tahitian noni juice and coconut oil for her supermodel glow. </span><br />
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<blockquote><span style="font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/articles/story91511.htm">“I’ve been drinking it since I was 14, and when I’ve got a long day ahead of me, it’s the one thing I can’t live without,”</a></span></blockquote><span style="font-size: large;"> the Daily Mail quoted her as telling Australia’s Cosmopolitan magazine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So we find that coconut oil can help us internally and externally! <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011/02/beauty-benefits-of-organic-virgin.html">For external benefits include coconut oil as a massage oil or conditioner.</a> Coconut oil helps support the natural chemical balance of the skin. Rubbed into the skin, it penetrates and nourishes the skin including hair. Coconut oil has no harmful or discomforting side effects, is completely non-toxic and is a safe alternative to lotions and other oils. Coconut oil softens the skin and helps relieve dryness and flaking especially if you have symptoms associated with psoriasis, eczema or dermatitis. <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011/04/actormodel-tony-ward-his-secret-for.html">Interestingly, we also find individuals using coconut oil to help tame their acne.</a> Apparently, the two powerful anti-microbial agents, capric acid and lauric acid, found in coconut oil provide some anti-bacterial properties which help eliminate the bacterium turned rogue, Propionibacterium acnes, thought to be a possible agent responsible for acne and pimples.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/Coconut%20Research-Coconut%20Research%20Center.pdf">Coconut Research Center</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.westonaprice.org/search?q=coconut">Weston A. Price Foundation</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/coconut-oil-continues-to-be-the-healthiest-choice-in-fat#.TholH2GLyd8.twitter">Self Growth article by Linda Wolschlager</a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://truthinaging.com/beauty-360/drinking-oil-for-beauty">Truth in Aging article by <span class="vcard author url fn">Sunil</span></a></span><br />
<span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/articles/story91511.htm">Spicezee article</a></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaqxGy9p9RfqSwqJ8r2CSbxV7XrjRKlne8eqdnc-9kxFzm2CrPW7Qzftgsep33CnXJqf-brc58mE82fJDX2S-u1g65QMNfL1xegPImZUNfO_jzA38EZnme5n-r6bGzchb0lFlH42mEWKg/s1600/kamehameha2.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaqxGy9p9RfqSwqJ8r2CSbxV7XrjRKlne8eqdnc-9kxFzm2CrPW7Qzftgsep33CnXJqf-brc58mE82fJDX2S-u1g65QMNfL1xegPImZUNfO_jzA38EZnme5n-r6bGzchb0lFlH42mEWKg/s320/kamehameha2.jpg" width="160" /></a></div>Yesterday was a State holiday and festivities kicked off with the annual lei draping ceremony in front of Aliʻiōlani Hale in Honolulu. Students from Kamehameha Schools presented the leis and members of the Honolulu Fire Department used a cherry picker crane to bestow them on the statue. Festivities are continuing today with a Floral Parade beginning at I'olani Palace. <span class="post-author vcard"> Posted by <a href="http://thecovebubble.blogspot.com/2011/06/kamehameha-day-2011.html"><span class="fn">The Cove Bubble</span></a> </span>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-5857044328426993672011-05-04T07:30:00.000-07:002011-12-19T18:52:44.105-08:00The Coconut Oil Miracle - Radio Interview<h2>
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<b><span style="font-size: large; font-weight: normal;">Natural virgin coconut oil</span></b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-weight: normal;">, not the hydrogenated version often found in processed foods, <b>is a saturated fat, but not the kind your doctor has warned you about</b></span><span style="font-weight: normal;">. Studies have shown that this uniquely curative oil actually has innumerable health benefits ranging from disease prevention to anti-aging. In the revised edition of his first book to describe the therapeutic properties of coconut oil, Dr. Fife offers a nutrition plan with dozens of tasty recipes that will allow anyone to experience the healing miracles of what he deems the "perfect food." </span></span></h2>
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When taken as a supplement, used in cooking, or applied to directly to the skin, coconut oil has been found to: <br />
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- Prevent premature aging of the skin</span><br />
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Dr. Bruce Fife, C.N., N.D., a certified nutritionist and naturopathic doctor, is the director of the southern Colorado chapter of the Weston A. Price Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to nutritional education. Dr. Fife is regarded as the world's leading expert on the health aspects of coconut. He has written numerous health and nutrition books including <i><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599590">Coconut Lover's Cookbook</a></i>, <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599620"><i>Eat Fat Look Thin</i></a>, <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599604"><i>Coconut Cures</i></a>, <i><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599337">The Healing Crisis</a></i>, <i><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599329">The Detox Book</a></i>, <i><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599825">The New Arthritis Cure</a></i>, <i><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599663">Coconut Water for Health and Healing</a></i>, <i><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/0941599671">Oil Pulling Therapy</a></i> and<i> Dr. Bruce Fife's newest book</i></div>
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<a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/094159985X" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Stop Alzheimer's Now!: How to Prevent & Reverse Dementia, Parkinson's, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis & Other Neurodegenerative Disorders" id="detailProductImage" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51dVSekJxUL._SL210_.jpg" /></a><i> </i><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-edit.g?blogID=280178743770886827&postID=585704432842699367"></a><a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/094159985X"><i>Stop Alzheimer's Now!: How to Prevent & Reverse Dementia, Parkinson's, ALS, Multiple Sclerosis & Other Neurodegenerative Disorders</i></a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span><br />
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</div>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-66111904437716686162011-04-26T22:13:00.000-07:002011-07-24T02:18:37.720-07:00Medical Benefits of Coconut Oil<h3 class="description_section"></h3><div class=""><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://photos.demandstudios.com/25/73/fotolia_2188068_XS.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="http://photos.demandstudios.com/25/73/fotolia_2188068_XS.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;">The high saturated <a class="stronglinks" href="http://www.livestrong.com/body-fat-and-muscle/" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted;" title="fat">fat</a> content in coconut <a class="stronglinks" href="http://www.livestrong.com/cooking-with-oils-and-fats/" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted;" title="oils">oils</a> have many dietitians cringing at the thought of their patients supplementing with this fatty food. However medical researcher Dr. Mary G. Enig reports that coconut oil is misunderstood. At a presentation given to the Asian and Pacific Coconut Community, Enig states that people that habitually consume coconut oil tend to have lower <a class="stronglinks" href="http://www.livestrong.com/cholesterol-health/" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted;" title="cholesterol">cholesterol</a> levels, healthier livers and more efficient immune cells compared to those that seldom eat coconut oil.</span></div><div class=""><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><h3 class="description_section"><span style="font-size: large;">Weight Loss</span></h3><div class=""><span style="font-size: large;">Losing weight and keeping it off is a struggle for many adults living in the United States. Cutting calories and consuming coconut oil can help you lose weight reports Marie-Pierre St-Onge of McGill University. In a paper published in the March 2002 issue of the "Journal of Nutrition," St-Onge notes that the unique fats found in coconut oil -- Medium-Chain Triglycerides -- can help treat or prevent obesity by reducing appetite, boosting metabolism and upping the activity of fat burning cells.</span></div><div style="background-color: transparent; border: medium none; color: black; overflow: hidden; text-align: left; text-decoration: none;"><br />
<a href="http://www.livestrong.com/article/382690-medical-benefits-of-coconut-oil/#ixzz1KgmFW3Zc">Read the full article by Brian East Dean, registered dietitian who has been writing since 2007 on all things nutrition and health. He holds a Master of Science in nutrition from Tufts University in Boston.</a><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>"Coconut oil! ... You can wear it over your entire body! I put it in my hair, my skin ... doesn't break you out...</b> <b>That's my 100% beauty product!"</b></span><br />
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When I first read about the wonderful benefits of coconut oil, I asked my wife Marianita, who grew up on a coconut plantation in the Philippines, if there was a more natural way to extract the oil from the coconut, so that we didn’t have to buy the refined coconut oils found in all the stores in the Philippines. She said there was a method the older generation used to extract the oil by grating the fresh coconut, extracting the coconut milk, and then letting the coconut milk stand in a covered container for about 24 hours. After about 24 hours, the oil naturally separates from the water producing a crystal clear oil that retains the full scent and taste of coconuts. So we started making our coconut oil that way and using it for our cooking needs with our three children. We couldn’t believe how wonderful it tasted, and how great we felt. We had been living on Mt. Banahaw in the Philippines for almost two years by that time, and in the year 2000 telephone service was provided to our rural farming community, allowing me to put up a website about our Philippine Herbs. I decided to also put our Virgin Coconut Oil up on the website, not really expecting people to order it because it was a bit expensive since we had to hire people to make the oil, and shipping cost a lot because of the weight. We were so surprised when people started ordering, and then re-ordering it because they felt so great after using it! <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Virgin-Coconut-Oil-Changed-Peoples/dp/0976057808/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1302649095&sr=1-1#reader_0976057808">They told us there was no other coconut oil like it on the market.</a><br />
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Before long we had businesses contacting us asking how to order it in bulk. So we discussed how we could mass produce this kind of oil, and almost abandoned the product because we didn’t want to lose the traditional way of making it. In the end, we decided to just keep making it the same way, by having others in our coconut community also make the oil the traditional way. Many of our producers are in areas so remote, that if they did not use their coconuts to produce Virgin Coconut oil for us, no one would buy their coconuts because it would cost too much to transport them to manufacturing plants. In these areas, the coconuts generally just fell to the ground unused until we started training people to make our Virgin Coconut Oil. We were the first ones to export Virgin Coconut Oil from the Philippines to the US market. The success overwhelmed us.<br />
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Today, more than 7 years later, there are other companies now selling coconut oil again in the US, most of them mass-produced by machines from dried coconut. But we are committed to time-honored traditional practices that have produced healthy coconut oil for hundreds, if not thousands of years. Our Gold Label Virgin Coconut Oil is still produced by hand, using the wet-milling process of extracting the oil from fresh coconuts. Our producers have learned a lot of things over the years, since most of them have been producing this oil for over 7 years now. They have learned how to pick out the best coconuts from each harvest that produce the best quality oil, for example. Independent laboratory analysis shows this to be one of the highest quality coconut oils on the market, having the highest levels of antioxidants. This enhanced Virgin Coconut Oil is now in the US market under the <a href="http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/virgin_coconut_oil.htm">Tropical Traditions Gold Label</a> brand. It meets our strictest standards to earn this designation. Today when you buy <a href="http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/virgin_coconut_oil.htm">Tropical Traditions Gold Label</a> Virgin Coconut Oil, you are buying the highest quality coconut oil we have to offer, and it is still made by hand and benefiting families in the rural areas of the Philippines where the coconuts grow.<br />
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Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-10093522818232029222011-03-22T00:38:00.000-07:002011-07-24T02:27:22.894-07:00Ramp Up Your Metabolism! Up to 48% for as Long as 24 Hours!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/zz6lMG6odCg?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div><h1 id="watch-headline-title"><span style="font-size: large;"><span class="long-title" dir="ltr" id="eow-title" title="Coconut Oil for Weight Loss and General Health - Mark Tregilgas, 30 Plus Men's Fitness">Coconut Oil for Weight Loss and General Health - Mark Tregilgas, <a href="http://www.30plusmensfitness.com/">30 Plus Men's Fitness</a> </span></span></h1><span style="font-size: large;">Coconut oil is outstanding when it comes to aiding weight loss, speeding up metabolism and generally benefiting your health. In this video Mark Tregilgas of 30 Plus Men's Fitness explains how coconut oil can help you with you nutrition and weight goals, and provide antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal benefits.</span><br />
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Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span><h1 id="watch-headline-title"><span class="long-title" dir="ltr" id="eow-title" title="Coconut Oil for Weight Loss and General Health - Mark Tregilgas, 30 Plus Men's Fitness"> </span></h1>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-71454951870048692622011-03-16T22:54:00.000-07:002011-07-24T02:48:29.540-07:00Coconut Oil: A Miracle in a Jar?Full article by <a href="http://contributor.yahoo.com/user/409091/kenda_robertson.html">Kenda Robertson</a><br />
<blockquote><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/7861378/coconut_oil_a_miracle_in_a_jar.html?cat=5">"Even though coconut oil has been used as cooking oil for thousands of years, it has gotten a bum rap in the last 20 years or so."</a></span></blockquote><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
The campaign to demonize saturated fat found in coconut oil started in the 1980s when American industry farmers, who were unable to grow and make a profit from coconuts, decided to wage a public relations war against tropical oils in favor of polyunsaturated fats they could produce and promote such as flax seed, canola, soybean, safflower, corn, and other seed and nut oils.<br />
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Their reports have claimed that saturated fats are linked to high cholesterol and heart disease, multiple sclerosis and other ailments. Yet, <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011_01_01_archive.html">people who live in tropical climates and eat a diet high in coconut oil are healthier</a>, have <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Cardiovascular%20Health">less heart disease</a>, <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Cancer">cancer</a>, and <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Digestion%20and%20Nutrient%20Absorption">colon problems</a> than unsaturated fat eaters!<br />
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Coconut oil actually <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Cardiovascular%20Health">lowers cholesterol</a>, is <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Epilepsy,%20Alzheimer%E2%80%99s,%20and%20other%20Neurological%20Disorders">anti-aging</a> and helps people <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Weight%20Management">lose weight</a> because of its ability to <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Metabolism%20Energy">stimulate the thyroid</a>.<br />
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Since the 1960s, researchers have been aware the properties of the medium chain fatty acids/triglycerides found in <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Antimicrobial%20Effects">coconut oil destroys microorganisms such as bacteria, yeast, fungi and viruses</a>.<br />
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In 1987, Lim-Sylianco published a 50-year literature review showing that <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.org/coconut-research.htm#Cancer">in colon and breast cancer, coconut oil is far more protective than unsaturated oils</a>. For example: 32% of corn oil eaters became afflicted with colon cancer while only 3% of coconut oil eaters acquired the disease.<br />
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Coconut oil is also more stable than unsaturated oils. Coconut oil shows <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011/01/truth-about-saturated-fats-and-coconut.html">no evidence of rancidity even after a year at room temperature</a>. Not so with unsaturated oils which become rancid very quickly.</span><br />
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Another great use for coconut oil is that of a <a href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/2011/02/beauty-benefits-of-organic-virgin.html">face and body moisturizer</a>. It can clear acne and soften wrinkles at the same time. Eczema sufferers can find relief with this pleasant-smelling, non-greasy emollient.</span><br />
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Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The best brands of coconut oil are <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20?_encoding=UTF8&node=1">organic, extra-virgin and expeller-pressed</a>.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;">For more information visit www.coconutoil.com</span></span>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-36738877489604586802011-03-01T01:41:00.000-08:002011-07-24T02:40:16.256-07:00Is Coconut Oil a Superfood?<span style="font-size: large;"><b><a href="http://www.globalsaskatoon.com/coconut+superfood/4361524/story.html">It's all the buzz ... coconut oil is one of the latest in the discovery of "superfoods" in the western world</a></b></span><br />
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At Raw Aura, a restaurant in Mississauga, Ontario, executive chef Douglas McNish uses coconut oil for all of his desserts. Coconut oil:<br />
<ul><li>Regarded as healthiest fat on the face of the planet</li>
<li>Boost your metabolism, helping you burn calories at a higher rate</li>
<li>Increases your good cholesterol</li>
<li>Has anti-viral and anti-bacterial properties which would help your immune system</li>
<li>Best for cooking because it has a very high smoking point, so it won't burn; therefore no carcinogens </li>
</ul>McNish is sold on coconut oil, saying not only does it make food healthier, it tastes great too.<br />
<blockquote><span style="font-size: large;">"It's also really good for people who work out. If you are going to have a pre-workout shake or smoothie, (coconut oil) is digested very easily and is great for sustained energy," </span> </blockquote>~Laurence McMulkin, holistic nutritionist, Beaches Wholesome Food Store in Toronto<br />
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<a href="http://www.globalsaskatoon.com/coconut+superfood/4361524/story.html"><span class="name">Full article by Christina Stevens, Global News: </span><span class="timestamp">Monday, February 28, 2011</span></a><br />
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Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-46351539687276341382011-02-26T07:51:00.000-08:002011-02-27T16:35:58.390-08:00Mahalo to Coach Bob, an outstanding inspiration in his field!<blockquote><span style="font-size: x-large;">"</span><a class="twitter-timeline-link" data-expanded-url="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/?spref=tw" href="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/?spref=tw" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="http://sayyestococonutoil.blogspot.com/?spref=tw"><span style="font-size: x-large;">Discover Coconut Oil</span></a><span style="font-size: x-large;"> ... I cannot tell you enough how much I appreciate this site... I visited your blog & it's great ... keep up the good work on the virtues of coconut! Thank you..</span>.<span style="font-size: x-large;">"</span></blockquote><span style="font-size: large;">~ Coach Bob, </span><br />
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Coconut oil i s available at your local natural health food stores and online at <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20?_encoding=UTF8&node=1">Amazon.com</a><br />
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<a class="inline-block" href="http://www.youtube.com/user/TheSilverLining80" id="watch-username"><strong>TheSilverLining80</strong></a>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-53192293233753524192011-01-24T22:54:00.000-08:002011-01-25T11:25:16.303-08:00The Truth About Saturated Fats and Coconut Oil<blockquote>"Clearly, a lot of confusion and contradictory evidence exists on the subject of saturated fats, even among health care professionals."</blockquote>The reason? All saturated fats are NOT created equally.<br />
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Unsaturated fats such as vegetable and seed oils are artificially manipulated and transformed into saturated (trans) fats through a process called hydrogenation. The hydrogenation process damages the molecular structure of the unsaturated fats by adding hydrogen atoms during the heating process which produces a rancid, thickened oil. There is no controversy regarding the health dangers of artificially created saturated fats.<br />
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However, we generally assume that if one form of saturated fat is bad for you, then all saturated fat must be bad. Right? WRONG! Nothing could be further from the truth!<br />
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Consider the Pacific islanders who receive 30-60% of their total caloric intake from naturally occurring, fully saturated fat in coconut oil. Multiple studies on these tropical cultures have shown that ANY kind of harmful effect including the rate of cardiovascular disease is nearly non-existent!<br />
<blockquote>"Back in the 1930's, a dentist named Dr. Weston Price traveled throughout the South Pacific, examining traditional diets and their effect on dental and overall health. He found that those eating diets high in coconut products were healthy and trim, despite the high fat concentration in their diet, and that heart disease was virtually non-existent.<br />
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Similarly, in 1981, researchers studied populations of two Polynesian atolls. Coconut was the chief source of caloric energy in both groups. The results, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, demonstrated that both populations exhibited positive vascular health."</blockquote>Besides being a naturally occurring and undamaged saturated fat, almost 50% of the fat content in coconut oil is a health promoting fat ingredient rarely found in nature called lauric acid. Our body converts lauric acid into monolaurin which destroy lipid coated viruses, various pathogenic bacteria and protozoa such as giardia lamblia.<br />
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For frying, use coconut oil since it has the highest heat threshold compared to all other oils and is stable enough to resist mild heat-induced damage.<br />
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Coconut oil is more than 50% medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), also called medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). MCFAs are easily digested, thus putting less strain on your digestive system. Your body sends MCFAs directly to your liver to be converted into energy which actually help stimulate your body's metabolism and promote weight loss.<br />
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Coconut oil is considered so nutritious and easily digestible that you will find it being used in baby formulas.<br />
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<a href="http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/10/22/coconut-oil-and-saturated-fats-can-make-you-healthy.aspx">Full Article Posted By Dr. Mercola</a>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-2078962233543660852011-01-16T14:46:00.000-08:002011-07-24T02:44:17.056-07:007 Reasons Why You Should Be Using Coconut Oil<a href="http://kellyrennie.com/7-reasons-why-you-should-be-using-coconut-oil/">An insightful article on coconut oil by Kelly Rennie – Fitness Model, UK Figure Competitor & Group Personal Fitness Instructor</a><br />
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<blockquote>"Although we are told that coconut oil is a harmful saturated fat, that is just a myth. It is actually one of the healthiest oils you can consume. People all over the world are experiencing the healthy benefits of using coconut oil. It has kept people in the tropics healthy and lean for centuries. We are just now rediscovering the amazingly healthy benefits of coconut oil."</blockquote><br />
The top 7 reasons to use coconut oil as an alternative to common cooking oils:<br />
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1. Coconut oil doesn’t turn to fat in your body.<br />
2. Coconut oil increases your metabolism.<br />
3. Coconut oil contains healthy omega 3 fatty acids. <br />
4. Coconut oil gives you energy. <br />
5. Coconut oil is one of the best things you can use on your skin and hair.<br />
6. Coconut oil has healthy benefits that most other oils do not.<br />
7. Coconut oil has the highest heat threshold which make it the best oil you can use for cooking.<br />
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Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-1991326635952739912010-12-21T21:30:00.000-08:002010-12-21T22:06:45.893-08:00Coconut Oil May Help Prevent Vision Loss<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwOdHSPJvJgQuvM-49ypb5x5Viqll705s3Hk9-GQV-MDtifNotpRKo-tWqTgXjD7UdYgdOkjj6fvCA-nq7HXrGIxOgBzbNDjCXhv_onVR4mtSaBXCs3HvShp2S9i6xtVrB_RTTvy3_Jj8/s1600/eyes2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="83" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwOdHSPJvJgQuvM-49ypb5x5Viqll705s3Hk9-GQV-MDtifNotpRKo-tWqTgXjD7UdYgdOkjj6fvCA-nq7HXrGIxOgBzbNDjCXhv_onVR4mtSaBXCs3HvShp2S9i6xtVrB_RTTvy3_Jj8/s320/eyes2.png" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>What's the most common cause of blindness in America? Thirty years ago, it was diabetes...today, it is age-related macular degeneration otherwise known as AMD. <br />
AMD is affecting more than 10 million Americans... and caused when normal cell functions in the eyes are disrupted. Since the fatty cells in our eyes are a result of the oils we eat, it is extremely important which oils we use in our kitchen. Most of us have shelves filled with polyunsaturated vegetable oils not just in cooking or salads but also in any sauce, dip, bread, cracker, cake mix, or frozen dinner. Yet, these polyunsaturated vegetable oils are very susceptible to lipid peroxidation. <br />
What is lipid peroxidation? Lipid peroxidation is a chemical process that causes fats to become rancid. Rancid oils create destructive free radicals that literally rip other molecules apart, causing irreversible damage to cells. Free radicals interfere with normal cell function in the eye which can lead to macular degeneration. New research is showing that AMD may be preventable: <br />
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<blockquote><i>"Saturated fats are very resistant to peroxidation. A high concentration of saturated fat in eye tissue can protect against lipid peroxidation associated with AMD. <u>Coconut oil is higher in saturated fat than any other dietary fat</u>. For this reason, it is very stable and highly resistant to peroxidation. It is so stable that it acts as a protective antioxidant and helps protect against the formation of free radicals."</i></blockquote>For a more healthy lifestyle and to defend yourself against age-related macular degeneration:<br />
1. Avoid polyunsaturated oils in your diet.<br />
2. Use coconut oil and other healthy saturated fats for your food preparation.<br />
3. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables that are high in antioxidant nutrients. <br />
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For references and the full article from the <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.com/hwnl_2-2.htm">Healthy Ways Newsletter, Volume 2 Number 2</a> by Dr. Bruce Fife, click the following link: <a href="http://www.coconutresearchcenter.com/hwnl_2-2.htm">http://www.coconutresearchcenter.com/hwnl_2-2.htm</a>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-43277045680276054482010-11-23T17:43:00.000-08:002010-11-23T18:55:12.534-08:00Herb Roasted Pastured Thanksgiving Turkey<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Hau'oli La Ho'omaika'i!</b></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Happy Thanksgiving!</div>Mahalo! Thank you for visiting "Discover Coconut Oil"!<br />
As the weather begins to turn toward colder times, why not add a healthy flavor of the tropics to your Thanksgiving Dinner this year?<br />
After taking your turkey out of the oven, brush a generous amount of melted coconut oil over the entire turkey!<br />
If you have never prepared a turkey before, click on the link below to watch a 2 minute video to see how easy it is to roast your own turkey!<br />
<a href="http://www.freecoconutrecipes.com/recipe_Herb_Roasted_Pastured_Thanksgiving_Turkey.htm">Tropical Traditions - Recipe - Herb Roasted Pastured Thanksgiving Turkey</a>RanChhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07720976644234068701noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-280178743770886827.post-45680527469299438302010-10-26T00:32:00.000-07:002011-07-24T02:36:27.759-07:00Crusty Coconut Shrimp Tempura Recipe<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBAKk42erYOven7sp01R9Gge_F0QY1OKwJN2nhiKO-p8-3GYDSedS9qG9-SS8BhJ0VaGzS9KXqA2nW97Ahyphenhyphenfgt3YQ6nw16U-vvIvIPh3txn5boB3Ic021lufUye7giTdNtkynX9eMoh1g/s1600/coconut+shrimp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="248" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBAKk42erYOven7sp01R9Gge_F0QY1OKwJN2nhiKO-p8-3GYDSedS9qG9-SS8BhJ0VaGzS9KXqA2nW97Ahyphenhyphenfgt3YQ6nw16U-vvIvIPh3txn5boB3Ic021lufUye7giTdNtkynX9eMoh1g/s320/coconut+shrimp.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>I know ... I know! You hesitate! You have concerns about using too much oil in your diet with deep frying. Right? It makes us uneasy to try a recipe like this! I understand! You say "Won't it raise my cholesterol? Clog my arteries? Cause me to gain weight? Doesn't coconut oil contain saturated fats and isn't that "bad" for me?"<br />
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Okay, okay! Most oils that contain saturated fats are made of the long-chain fatty acids which are unhealthy. However, remember that coconut oil contains the type of saturated fat which is rich in medium-chain fatty acids or "oleic acid"! Medium-chain fatty acids are easily digestible and easy on the liver! That's good for metabolism and it might even help your belly size! Recent studies show that coconut oil can lower your total cholesterol, boost your HDL “good” cholesterol, lower your LDL “bad” cholesterol, and shrink your waist size.<br />
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So, relax! Kick back and fry up some of my tasty "Crusty Coconut Shrimp Tempura"! ...and Enjoy!<br />
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Find coconut oil typically in the supplement section at your local health food store or online on <a href="http://bit.ly/qWwpiu">Amazon</a> ... If this is your 1st purchase from <a href="http://bit.ly/oovd1">Tropical Traditions</a> they are offering a <a href="http://astore.amazon.com/disccocooil-20/detail/B003VYCA9Q">free book</a> with ref #6618482</span><br />
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“Effects of Dietary Coconut Oil on the Biochemical and Anthropometric Profiles of Women Presenting Abdominal Obesity,” Lipids Volume 44, Number 7 / July 2009. Authors: Monica L. Assunção et al. <br />
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