{"id":142995,"date":"2017-01-25T08:16:43","date_gmt":"2017-01-25T06:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/germistoncitynews.co.za\/142995\/the-amazing-benefits-of-coconut-oil\/"},"modified":"2017-01-25T08:16:43","modified_gmt":"2017-01-25T06:16:43","slug":"the-amazing-benefits-of-coconut-oil","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/develop.citizen.co.za\/germiston-city-news\/lifestyle-news\/2017\/01\/25\/the-amazing-benefits-of-coconut-oil\/","title":{"rendered":"The amazing benefits of coconut oil!"},"content":{"rendered":"

To date, there are over 1 500 studies proving coconut oil to be one of the healthiest foods on the planet.<\/p>\n

Research has uncovered the secrets to this amazing fruit; namely healthy fats called medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), these unique fats include Caprylic acid, Lauric acid and Capric acid.<\/p>

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Around 62 percent of the oils in coconuts are made up of these three healthy fatty acids and 91 percent of the fat in coconut oil is healthy saturated fat.<\/p>\n

Most of the fats that we consume take longer to digest, but MCFAs provide the perfect source of energy because they only have to go through a three step process to be turned into fuel versus other fats having to go through a 26 step process!<\/p>

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Unlike long-chain fatty acids (LCFAs) found in plant-based oils, MCFAs are:<\/p>\n

\u2219 Easier to digest<\/p>\n

\u2219 not readily stored as fat<\/p>\n

\u2219 Are anti-microbial and anti-fungal<\/p>\n

\u2219 Smaller in size, allowing easier cell permeability for immediate energy<\/p>\n

\u2219 Processed by the liver, which means that they are immediately converted to energy instead of being stored as fat.<\/p>\n

This powerful gift from nature also holds the following health properties:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. Treat Alzheimer\u2019s<\/li>\n
  2. Cure UTI\u2019s and kidney infections<\/li>\n
  3. Prevent heart disease and high blood pressure<\/li>\n
  4. Reduces inflammation and Arthritis<\/li>\n
  5. Prevents and treats cancer<\/li>\n
  6. Boosts the immune system<\/li>\n
  7. Improves memory and brain function<\/li>\n
  8. Improves energy and endurance<\/li>\n
  9. Improves digestion, reduces ulcers and colitis<\/li>\n
  10. Helps gallbladder disease and pancreatitis<\/li>\n
  11. Improves skin issues<\/li>\n
  12. Prevents gum disease and tooth decay<\/li>\n
  13. Prevents Osteoporosis<\/li>\n
  14. Improves type diabetes<\/li>\n
  15. Helps weight loss<\/li>\n
  16. Builds muscle and decreases body fat<\/li>\n
  17. Benefits hair health<\/li>\n
  18. Fights candida and yeast infections<\/li>\n
  19. It possesses anti-aging properties<\/li>\n
  20. Balances hormones<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The beauty benefits:<\/strong><\/p>\n

    HAIR:<\/strong> Coconut oil can be used as a treatment for frizzy hair as well as dandruff. It\u2019s also a wonderful nurturing hair mask.<\/p>\n

    SKINCARE:<\/strong> Use it as a shaving balm, a moisturising body lotion or as a night cream! It\u2019s also a great eye makeup remover and a natural cheekbone highlighter!<\/p>\n

    FACE MASK: <\/strong>Combine 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 tablespoon of coconut oil. Apply it to your freshly washed face and let set for 15 to 20 minutes before removing with a soft face cloth.<\/p>\n

    Coconut oil is available at most major retailers.<\/p>\n

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