Virgin Organic Coconut Oil - 45g - Barlean's
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Liquid
454g
Dosage
Enjoy as desired, 1 teaspoon to 4 tablespoons is suggested.
Important Information
Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
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Fuel From the Tropics
The sweet aroma of coconut oil conjures up visions of sandy white beaches, aquamarine water and swaying palm trees. But coconut oil is much more than a delight for the senses; its a powerful source of nutrition. In fact, the coconut palm is often referred to as the tree of life among Asian and Pacific Islanders because of its wide range of uses from traditional medicines, to food and drink, to body and hair tonic.
Today, new studies are revealing just how beneficial coconut oil is for your health and vitality. Incorporating coconut oil into your diet either on its own or as an alternative to cooking oils or spreads with low nutritional value can yield a myriad of benefits, including:
Accelerated weight loss
Improved heart health
Healthy skin & hair
When Triglycerides Are a Good Thing Coconut oil is made up of special fatty acids called medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). While we tend to think of triglycerides as bad, the medium-chain variety is actually good for you. In fact, MCTs are widely used by highendurance athletes because of their powerful energy-producing properties. The MCTs in coconut oil lauric acid, caprylic acid, and capric acid have been reported to possess a wide variety of health benefits.
The Ultimate Fuel for the Body
It seems counterintuitive that consuming fat can actually help you lose fat. Just remember not all fats are created equal! When it comes to coconut oil, you might just be surprised by how different it is from other fats. You see, most other dietary fats are notused right away to create energy. Rather, they are stored in the body (as body fat) in order to provide a back-up energy supply. Most dietary carbohydrates, on the other hand, are burned immediately by the body to produce energy. Any excess is converted into fat and stored for later use. Coconut oil is unique because of its MCT content, which allows it to be metabolized like a carbohydrate by the body to create energy immediately, rather than being accumulated by the body and turned into fat. Nearly 50 percent of coconut oil is made up of MCTs.
Because MCTs are metabolized right away, the body gets a boost of instant energy upon ingesting them. And because these fatty acids are easily absorbed by cells, metabolism increases. This burst of energy. has a stimulating effect on the entire body. So consuming coconut oil can actually help increase your metabolism and, thus, help you lose weight.
Getting Heart Smart
Multiple studies have shown that certain populations such as Polynesians and Filipinos who consume high levels of coconut oil, generally have lower levels of blood cholesterol and better heart health compared to other cultures. Thanks to its MCT content, coconut oil has been shown to increase HDL, the good cholesterol, which favorably affects the cholesterol ratio (the relationship between total and HDL cholesterol).
Radiant Beauty
Coconut oil has long been a staple in producing cosmetics, soaps and conditioners for lustrous skin and hair and with good reason. Its a wonderful moisturizer that can relieve dryness and flaking, diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and ease the pain of sunburned skin. The medicinal properties of the MCT lauric acid have also proven helpful in healing rashes and acne. Additionally, coconut oil makes great massage oil because of its healing and non-staining properties. Its no wonder that cultures that rely upon coconut for its wide range of uses are known for their soft, smooth, luminous skin and shining, healthy hair.
How to Use Coconut Oil
Coconut oil can be used in a nearly endless variety of ways and including coconut oil in your diet is simple. As a general guideline, use one tablespoon per 50 pounds of body weight per day, which equates to the amount of MCTs that babies get naturally from mothers milk daily. However, much smaller amounts will still be beneficial; great results can be experienced with just one tablespoon per day.
Many people enjoy taking coconut oil by the spoonful, but most prefer to incorporate it into the diet as a replacement for butter or other spreads. It also works well for cooking, especially for baking, sauting vegetables and making grilled sandwiches. Coconut oil can withstand moderately high temperatures without the risk of creating toxic by-products, and its light, subtle taste wont overpower other foods.
Externally, coconut oil may be applied to the body to keep hair and skin soft and supple. For soft, rich feeling hair, massage a small amount of oil into your locks and let it set prior to shampooing. For healthy, glowing skin, smother your whole body with this all-over moisturizer and healing aid. Coconut oil can also be used as a degreasing agent and make-up remover.
Choosing the Best Coconut Oil: As with any oil, the best coconut oil is the freshest coconut oil.
Look for a product that:
Has been cold-pressed or expeller pressed for the freshest flavor
Is extra-virgin (minimally processed, unrefined and not deodorized with harsh solvents)
Is certified USDA Organic
Is designated Kosher (which indicates ongoing plant inspections and high-quality manufacturing)
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