Coconut Oil – 3 Main Health Benefits

Do you already have coconut oil in your home? If not, then by the end of this read you will probably find yourself out the door, on your way to the supermarket in order to grab your very own. 

The reason being that coconut oil has numerous benefits for many different things. It is mainly used for: 

• Cooking 

• Hair 

• Skin 

• Mouth 

Yes, you read it correctly. Coconut oil is often used as a skin moisturizer, hair humectant as well as a mouthwash. We however, will not be discussing this today. Instead, we are going to talk about the health benefits of directly ingesting coconut oil.  

Direct Health Benefits of Ingesting Coconut Oil 

1 - Helps to Lose Weight  

While coconut oil is high in calories and can cause weight gain if consumed in large amounts, it also has fat burning properties that can help you achieve your weight loss goals. The key is simply to not eat large amounts and it will make you healthier. 

2 - Is Antibacterial and Antifungical 

Coconut oil contains a good amount of lauric acid, which in turn is known for its positive effects against antimicrobials such as: Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus mutans, Streptococcus pyogenes, Escherichia coli, and Helicobacter pylori. Coconut oil prevents the bacteria from multiplying.  

3 - Fast Source of Energy 

This oil has the ability to go straight to your liver, becoming a quick source of energy for your body. Unlike some other oils, coconut oil is a source of energy that the body often "prefers”, much like how it it "feels” about carbs for energy.  

Takeaway 

Coconut oil is one of the healthiest, most widely used oils around the world today for all the benefits and diverse uses that you saw above. For those who do not enjoy its flavor or scent, you may use the flavorless option for similar health benefits. Let us know when you try it or if you already use it, what you think of it. 

Stay blessed today and always!