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A while back my mom started talking about how she
had started using coconut oil for cooking.  She told
me that it was very healthy and asked me what I
thought.  I of course told her I thought she was
crazy.  I told her that coconut oil was very
unhealthy..its a saturated fat for gods sake!  
Everyone knows that's bad for you...

As usual I started looking into it so that I could prove
to her that I was right and she was wrong.  And as
usual I was wrong and she was right.. Yes! I said it!
You were right!  I will stop telling you your crazy
every time you tell me something...well maybe..

I have since started cooking exclusively with coconut
oil, I use it as a moisturizer and I use it to style my
hair.  This may sound crazy, but it works.  I have
never looked better and I feel great!  This stuff is
amazing.  It may not be for everyone, but I love it
and I wanted to share it with you.

Remember quality counts.  In order to get the
benefits you need to buy unrefined, extra virgin,
organic coconut oil.  It should smell like coconut and
have a coconut taste to it.
Let’s take a look at the healing properties of coconut oil:

* Coconut oil is antiviral, antifungal (kills yeast too) and antibacterial. It attacks and kills
viruses that have a lipid (fatty) coating, such as herpes, HIV, hepatitis C, the flu, and
mononucleosis. It kills the bacteria that cause pneumonia, sore throats, dental cavities, urinary
tract infections, meningitis, gonorrhea, food poisoning, pneumonia, and many, many more
bacterial infections. It kills the fungus/yeast infections that cause candida, ringworm, athletes
foot, thrush, jock itch, diaper rash and more.

* Coconut oil is called the "low fat" fat. It actually acts like a carbohydrate in that it is quickly
broken down in the liver and used as quick energy. It is NOT stored like other fats. It boosts
one’s energy and endurance. Many athletes use it blended into their drinks. It also supports
thyroid function and increases your metabolism (great if you want to lose weight).

* Coconut oil improves digestion and absorption of fat soluble vitamins, minerals (especially
calcium and magnesium), and amino acids. It improves the body’s use of blood glucose and
improves insulin secretion and absorption (great for type II diabetes). In fact, many diabetics
(type I and type II) use it to reduce their symptoms. One’s risk of diabetes decreases with
regular use of coconuts and coconut oil. And as we already mentioned, cooking with coconut
oil does not create any harmful byproducts.

* Coconut oil helps the body heal and repair faster. It aids and supports immune function,
protecting us from a variety of cancers.

* Coconut oil, contrary to much hubbub, is good for your heart. It keeps our blood platelets
from sticking together (and causing dangerous clots). Regular users of coconut oils have a
much lower chance of atherosclerosis (clogging of the arteries), arteriosclerosis (hardening of
the arteries), and strokes. Coconut oil can lower your blood pressure.

* Coconut oil is a natural antioxidant. It protects the body from free radical damage and
prevents premature aging and degenerative diseases.

* Finally, coconut oil is the best massage oil on the planet. What it does to your skin, you
simply have to witness. It forms a barrier against infections, softens and moisturizes your skin,
and prevents wrinkling, sagging, and age spots. It promotes healthy hair and complexion,
protects from any damaging UV rays.

this information provided by the Wellness Directory of Minnesota  
www.mnwelldir.org
This information is presented to you as information only
and is not designed for self-assessment or self-treatment.
Never go it alone.
Find a professional to help you on your way to perfect health.

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