Coconut oil was the oil to avoid in the 1960s, due to its saturated fat content until researchers discovered that it contained a different fatty acid structure that is easy for the body to break down and will not lead to weight gain. The popularity of coconut oil, particularly the virgin organic types, has skyrocketed. Coconut oil is known as the tree of life because every part of the tree can be used. This has made the coconut a staple food in many tropical climates, and the individuals on a staple diet of coconuts have low rates of heart disease.<\/p>\n
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Virgin coconut oil is free of trans fatty acids and cholesterol making it a healthy cooking oil for anyone suffering with high blood pressure or heart disease. Lauric acid is a healthy fat also found in coconut oil, and the body converts this into the anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, monolaurin.<\/p>\n
Coconut Oil and its Multiple Uses<\/b><\/p>\n
Below are just some of the reasons that you should turn to coconut oil as your staple cooking oil, body moisturiser, and hair conditioner.<\/p>\n
Coconut oil has many uses, not only to benefit the hair, skin, nails, but to keep your mouth healthy and fresh, preserve wooden furniture, and to nourish the lips.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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