Coconut oil has many, many health benefits, most of which are well known and considered on a daily basis by people as they prepare their meals and take care of their health
While coconut oil is well known for its skin care benefits due to being rich in anit-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties it is also has anti-inflammatory and anti-aging properties
It is high in antioxidant fighting vitamins A & E
It can hydrate your skin for upto 24 hours as well as improve the elasticity and collagen production
As a anatural moisturizer it is used for many skin conditions like eczema, dermatitis and psoriasis – it restores the skin’s natural pH balance and will leave it silky and smooth
Virgin coconut oil helps speed up wound healing and good for providing relief for burns. As well as repair the skin barrier
Have you notices the long and shining hair of women in tropical coastal regions? The reason for this is coconut oil. The thick butter-like oil is used as a hair conditioner resutling in healthy growth and shine. It is effective in reducing protein loss which can cause many unhealthy hair problems
Coconut oil is very well known as a carrier oil and is widely used as a base ingredient in many creams and body lotions
Coconut oil easily penetrates into the skin, allowing absorption of other oils, such as essential oils and herbal extracts when mixed into it. It is easily absorbed and therefore used as a carrier oil
Coconut oil is one of the most stable oils and does not go rancid, nor does it allow other oils within it to spoil. It protects the oils and herbs from microbial and fungal infections
Other know benefits:
It helps increase levels of HDL cholesterol (good cholesterol) that aids in improving heart health
It helps prevent yeast infection. Candida a disease caused by excessive and uncontrolled growth of yeast in the stomach. it is known to provide relief from the inflammation caused
It promotes dental care. The use of oil pulling is effective against various dental issues such as plaque, halitosis and gingivitus
