Coconut oil is known to benefit the health of hair and skin. However, it also has health benefits for your digestive system, heart, and for immunity. But, does it benefit weight loss? The claims are that it most certainly can benefit a weight loss program. Of course, coconut oil by itself will not aid in weight loss. However, adding it into a healthy diet benefit you from the inside out.
Weight Loss Properties
It contains short and medium-chain fatty acids that help in taking off excessive weight.
Helps in healthy functioning of the thyroid and enzymes systems.
It contains short and medium-chain fatty acids that help in taking off excessive weight.
It increases the body metabolism by removing stress on pancreases, thereby burning more energy and aiding in weight loss.
Tips for Using Coconut Oil
When using it for beauty needs remember that less is more. You need very little to moisturize.
Melt before using it for baking to get an accurate measurement.
Virgin Cold Pressed/Unrefined: First choice for baking and cooking due to its higher fatty acid content and limited filtering.
Refined Expeller Pressed: Great choice for cosmetic purposes, like soap making and hair conditioner.
Do not heat or sauté beyond 350 degrees. Once it goes above that it begins to degrade and the chemical changes are harmful to your health.
Simple Recipes
Honey Butter Spread
1/4 cup coconut oil
1/4 cup raw honey
Coconut Oil Vinaigrette
1/4 cup coconut vinegar
1 tsp raw honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup coconut oil, liquefied
1/2 cup virgin olive oil
Whisk vinegar, honey, salt and pepper until salt dissolves. Slowly add oils and continue whisking. Allow to stand 5 minutes and serve over crisp salad.