SUPER FOOd:
Coconut oil
TEXT ENOZIA VAKIL
W ith an inexhaustible list of benefits linked
synthesized into ketone bodies, which have a positive effect on
to its use, coconut oil may just be the new
the brain and help protect the brain against several disorders,
“superfood” on the block. Several research
such as Alzheimer's disease and dementia.

studies have confirmed the efficiency of this
oil in enhancing skin and hair health, and in improving overall
health as well.

4. Better Heart Health
It may sound surprising, but coconut oil can actually help
Top 5 Uses of Coconut Oil:
1. Enhanced Energy Levels
Coconut oil, unlike other oils, is built by medium-chain
triglycerides, which explains why it is instantly transformed
into energy. Quickly gulping down 2 tablespoons of this oil each
morning could boost your energy levels by up to 5 percent.

2. Stronger Immunity
It is surprising how simple coconut oil can improve immunity
and also protect your body against many disease-causing agents.

It contains impressive amounts of lauric acid, which is an
effective agent that kills bacteria, viruses, protozoa and fungi,
thereby reducing your chances of significent infection.

reinforce the heart, as well as protect you against heart
problems. The consumption of this oil has been found to
increase the levels of HDL (good) cholesterol and reduce the
amounts of LDL (bad) cholesterol, thus reducing triglyceride
levels and the accumulation of plaque in the arteries.

5. Irresistible Skin Benefits
The fact that coconut oil is the most suitable tonic for the skin
could be what makes it the most loved natural beauty product
these days. You'll find it in lots of moisturizers as well as
skin creams, and why not? This oil is an abundant source of
vitamin E, which plays a huge role in healing damaged skin,
minimizing the appearance of stretch-marks, safeguarding the
3. Improved Brain Function
skin against harmful UV rays, as well as preventing microbial
When digested, the compounds contained in coconut oil are
and fungal diseases of your skin.

18 January 2016
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