Consumption of coconut oil is of great value to both your health. It is a combination of fatty acids that improve the general health of the body which includes, better brain function, loss of weight, improved digestion, muscle building, improved breath amongst others. The oil does not taste bad as it is presumed. It is advisable to consume some oil every day. The oils raise the good HDL cholesterol in the body that is linked to reduced risk of heart diseases. Coconut oil is quickly absorbed in the liver and turned to a source of energy or turned to ketones. Lets look at the 7 Health Benefits of coconut oil.
Good Digestion
One of the main leading digestive disorders is overgrown bacteria’s and microbes in the digestive tract system. The oils help decrease these microorganisms thus improving your health. It also reduces inflammation in the gut that may have been caused by sensitive foods. Untreated inflammations can lead to more serious digestive problems.
Brain function
Eating a spoon of coconut oil each morning is a boost to your metabolism and also wakes up the mind. Daily consumption improves the memory too. The sum up of using the oils is improved cognitive. The oil also helps end neurodegenerative disorders that cause illnesses like Alzheimer.
Weight loss
Coconut oil provides you with obtainable energy therefore, you feel less hungry after consuming it. It reduces the craving for junk foods. There are improved cholesterol levels, blood pressure, blood sugar, and hormone production. This includes the stress hormones that cause fat retention. Your appetite regulates to a standard level.
U.T.I prevention
The oil is a natural antibiotic. It penetrates and breaks or dissolves harmful cells that cause UTI. It is advisable you take a lot of water too to prevent this type of infection. One to three spoons’ each day will help you reduce some of the illnesses because of its medicinal properties.
Improved breath and white teeth
The use of this oil each day eliminates bad breath by killing bacteria that naturally exist in the mouth. The antibiotic composition in coconut oil helps you get a refreshing breath. Plaque, a sticky substance caused by these bacteria, stick on teeth. It is also caused by food particles on the teeth thus causing staining. Coconut oil reduces the formation of plaque thus keeping your teeth healthy and gleaming white.
Nourished lips and mouth
Do you suffer from dry lips and mouth? Coconut oil on your lips serves as a good balm that nourishes the lips. Re-hydration in the body is reduced by taking in some water. You can try retaining the water by taking a spoon of the oil after drinking water. The oil helps seal in the moisture thus improving dry mouth symptoms. It also helps soothe dry and itchy throats. This works the same way as the improved dry mouth.
Healthy hair, skin and pleasant body smell
Some compositions in coconut oil will keep the hair healthy and skin well hydrated. This also includes strong, healthy nails. The fatty acids help your body in absorbing vitamin A and E. Bad body odor decrease when you constantly consume the oil. This comes about because of improved health of the general body. The oil enhances healing of bites, stings, and prevents fungal or yeast infections.
There are other many benefits of consuming coconut oil. The medicinal component helps in preventing other illness. It is a treatment to arthritis, reduced production of cancerous cells, healthy hormone production, reduced seizures among others. Amazingly coconut oil is good for your pets. It reduces dermatitis, allergies, and itching and other problems pets’ experience. Animals also benefit by having improved animal coat that is shiny and smells good.
J. Husin says
Good to know. I’ve been drinking one tablespoon of coconut oil and I must say that that has kept my immune system strong (along with proper diet and exercise of course). Thanks for the post.
Sherry Blamer says
i didnt know about some of these benefits of coconut oil. I like you can also use it on your pets!
jana moseley says
I use coconut oil for everything. It has great benefits and you outlined them so well!
Bridget says
This is all great information. I hear about people using coconut oil for about anything they have going on. I have a friend who swears that her weight loss is from eating a couple teaspoons of it 3 times a day. I would think it would cause digestive issues since she’s eating oil but, hey, maybe that’s why she is losing weight, LOL!
Rachel B says
I love coconut it has so many health benefits
Tamra Phelps says
I really like using coconut oil. It does seem to help my gut issues.
Veronica Lee says
I use coconut oil as a weekly hair mask and it has done wonders for my hair.
Kayte CookWatts says
Such a great post! We regularly oil pull with coconut and we definitely notice a reduction in tartar build up.
Paula Pennachio says
I like coconut oil. I didn’t know all of it’s benefits
ANN*H says
I often heard about coconut oil and all of its benefits. Seriously thinking of buying some now. It would be a benefit for me for weight loss and also dry mouth , especially at night time. thanks for all the beneficial things it does for us
Wanda Tracey says
I am so glad that I read this awesome feature. I have learned a lot about coconut oil and it’s benefits. Thank you.
Lydia Goodman says
Great info, I have been thinking about trying coconut oil and this info will be really helpful. I think Im going to give it a try now
Michele Soyer says
Great article.. My daughter uses the oil to inse her mouth every morning for better dental hygiene….
sheila ressel says
I had no idea there were so many great benefits to using coconut oil. I will definitely start using this right away to get and stay healthy.
Starla says
I have used coconut oil for a few years now but I had no idea of all of the benefits. It’s like you learn a few new ones each day. Such great tips and uses!
Cynthia Ann Brooks says
One of my wishes is for whiter teeth though I drink coffee throughout the day so that’s hard for me . We always keep it on hand but I admit I Dont use it daily or medicinely. It makes me want to now though.