Coconut oil is one of the few foods that can be classified as a “superfood.” It has been proven that every day consumption of coconut oil has profound positive effects on health. This includes fat loss, better brain function and various other amazing benefits. We have listed just some of the reasons to show you why you should buy coconut oil today!

1. BRAIN FUNCTIONS

Most of the fatty acids in the diet such as cheese or steak  are long-chain fatty acids, but the medium-chain fatty acids in coconut oil are metabolized differently. They go straight to the liver from the digestive tract, where they are used as a quick source energy or turned into so-called ketone bodies, which can have therapeutic effects on brain disorders like epilepsy and Alzheimer’s.

2. FAT BURN

Obesity is currently one of the biggest health problems in the world. While some people think obesity is only a matter of calories, the truth is actually that the sources of those calories are the most important. The medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) in coconut oil can increase energy expenditure compared to the same amount of calories from longer chain fats. One study found that 15-30 grams of MCTs per day increased 24 hour energy expenditure by 5%, totalling about 120 calories per day, which leads to a long term weight loss.

3. KILLER OF BACTERIA, VIRUSES AND FUNGI 

The fatty acids and breakdown products in coconut oil can kill harmful pathogens, potentially helping to prevent infections. Both lauric acid and monolaurin which are the main substances in Coconut Oil can kill harmful pathogens like bacteria, viruses and fungi.

4. HEALTHY HEART

There are many studies showing that coconut oil reduces triglycerides, total and LDL cholesterol, increases HDL and improves blood coagulation factors and antioxidant status. This improvement in cardiovascular risk factors should theoretically lead to a reduced risk of heart disease over the long term.

5. WEIGHT LOSS

Introducing coconut oil to your daily nutrition, can significantly reduce appetite, The study showed that men who ate coconut oil every also ate 256 fewer calories per day, on average. If this effect were to persist over the long term, it could have a drastic influence on body weight over a period of several years. Given that coconut oil can reduce appetite and increase fat burning, it makes sense that it can also help you lose weight. Coconut oil appears to be especially effective in reducing abdominal fat, which lodges in the abdominal cavity and around organs.

6. HAIR CONDITIONER

It can also be used in your hair as a deep conditioning treatment. Coconut oil will make your hair shine and glow by bringing out your natural vibrancy and beauty. Put some coconut oil on your hair and leave it there for one hour before rinsing it.

7. NATURAL MAKE-UP REMOVER

Place small amount of coconut oil on cotton ball to remove your make up.

8. SKIN MOISTURIZER

Hydrate, cleanse, soften and moisturise your skin with coconut oil. Certified organic, one hundred per cent pure and raw virgin coconut oil makes a fantastic do-all beauty product. It is totally pure and clean, making it the perfect alternative for natural beauty. A common cause for skin problems and dehydration is a build up of toxins, fungi and bad bacteria. Coconut oil helps to cleanse and neutralise these toxins,  fungi and bacteria on the outer layers of your skin, which not only detoxifies but also helps to build your skins natural immune system and protection.

Start taking one tablespoon of coconut oil daily, then slowly increase it untill you are able to take four, and witness the perfect health!

By Ljiljana Kostic