www.therenegadehealthshow.com - I had a chance to hang with Rick and Karen Dina in Santa Rosa right after John Kohler... Told you it was an awesome potluck! Rick and Karen in this interview explain if coconut oil is really healthy and they talk about how you can get your lycopene on a raw food diet... if you really need it... Take a look...
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
Benefits of Coconut Oil
The use of coconut oil seems to increase slightly from year to year. Most of this increased use is contributed to people stumbling onto new uses for it or word of mouth promotion from people who have tried it. The actual benefits of coconut oil aren't very well known and aren't publicized as much as they, probably, should be.
Several areas of the body can utilize the health benefits of coconut oil. These areas of the body include the kidney, liver, skin, and hair. It is popular with athletes because it is lower in calories and the fat is broken down easier than other common oils. Coconut oil is also an antioxidant for the body and can be used for a disinfectant.
Probably, the most commonly known benefit of this oil has to do with our hair. Coconuts create one of the best known natural nutrients for human hair.
There are a lot of hair care products available that use this oil. Oil from coconuts promote growth of the hair and gives established hair a nice shine. Dry scalp and dandruff are other problems that can be helped by the use of oil from coconuts.
The skin is another part of the body that can use coconut oil to secure it's own health. This oil has been proven to be a great moisturizer and is commonly used by masseuses as a massage oil. There are no side effects to worry about and it is a popular alternative medicine for wrinkles associated with aging.
This oil can also be used to treat eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.
One of the benefits of coconut oil that is often overlooked is its high concentration of lauric acid. Lauric acid is great for the heart. It is known to help prevent heart disease and hypertension. Lauric acid also reduces cholesterol levels.
Oil from coconuts has many benefits for the human body. These are just a few of those benefits. If you have never used oil from coconuts don't be afraid to give it a chance.
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011
About Coconut Oil - Uses and Coconut Oil Benefits
Organic coconut oil is truly a miraculous gift from nature, especially in its purest extra virgin form. I am not aware of a more versatile oil. Produced from fresh coconut meat (non-copra), without the use of chemicals or high heat, it retains high levels of antioxidants and health-giving properties. A delicate coconut scent and taste is characteristic of the virgin oil.
Do not compare organic coconut oil to the commercial grade oils made from copra. These oils are typically refined, bleached and deodorized. But there are some reputable companies that produce expeller pressed refined coconut oil the "old" way with mechanical extraction. That means they do not use solvent extracts. The oils they produce are not hydrogenated and do not contain trans fatty acids. Since they are deodorized (with physical refining) the taste tends to be bland.
It is best to buy from a reputable company since there are not many industry standards in the processing of the oils.
The many benefits of using coconut oil include:
Excellent for cooking & baking
Reduces inflammation
Supports heart health
Balances cholesterol
Improves thyroid function
Supports weight loss
Increases energy and stamina
Improves digestion
Supports immune function
Antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral
Kills candida, parasites and other microorganisms
Aid in preventing gingivitis and periodontal disease
Skin conditions (dandruff, dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, fungal infections, burns)
Skin care
Hair care
Coconut oil was widely used prior to the 1950's. Due to its high saturated fat content it fell out of favor because it was believed to increase the risk of heart disease. The opposite is now known to be true. Containing medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs), this oil has numerous health benefits especially for the heart and thyroid. Regulating the thyroid and balancing cholesterol levels are just a couple of its amazing benefits. Increased energy and stamina have been widely reported as well as weight loss due to increased metabolism. Unlike trans fats which cause inflammation in the body, coconut oil soothes and reduces inflammation.
Contrary to what we have been led to believe, studies have demonstrated it is actually inflammation and not cholesterol that leads to heart disease. I recommend coconut oil to clients who have arthritis or heart disease because inflammation is a contributing factor to these conditions. Always consult your doctor before starting any natural supplement protocol.
Coconut oil has also been used successfully for periodontal disease which is another contributing factor to heart disease. Aside from being an anti inflammatory, this oil is also antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiviral. Having these properties explains why it is beneficial against bacteria that cause gum disease.
Due to caprylic acid, a medium chain fatty acid derived from the oil, it has been shown to be beneficial in the treatment of candida (yeast overgrowth) and other fungal related health conditions. You rarely see women with candida infections in cultures that eat a coconut based diet.
The uses and benefits in skin care are numerous. Apply the oil as a face cream, body lotion, makeup remover, scalp treatment and to treat a variety of skin infections and skin disorders. Burns and irritated skin are quickly soothed. Try it out for natural chemical free sunscreen protection.
While it is not a panacea for everyone, it is certainly an easy and delicious way to combat many illnesses and diseases. I often wonder how many illnesses it prevents.
Cooking and baking with extra virgin or expeller pressed coconut oil brings a wonderful delicate flavor to foods. It is an outstanding replacement for vegetable oils, margarine and butter in all your favorite recipes. Unlike some other oils, it is stable at all temperatures, keeps for years and does not become toxic when used for frying. You can continue to fry and saute your favorite foods knowing you are getting a dose of good health. The oil changes from from solid to liquid depending on temperature.
Either extra virgin or expeller pressed oil can replace butter in most cooking and baking recipes. The extra virgin oil has more of a coconut flavor and the expeller pressed is quite bland.
It is advisable to incorporate this oil slowly into the diet. Due to its antibacterial, antimicrobial and antiviral benefits, uncomfortable detox symptoms can occur as microorganisms are dying off.
I recommend starting with one teaspoon and slowly working up to a maximum of 2 or 3 tablespoons a day. If you ingest more than that your liver might not be able to comfortably keep up with the detox. Listen to your body. Everything in moderation.
Personally, I use about one or two tablespoons a day of the extra virgin oil. I scramble eggs in the oil, add it to rice, quinoa, cooked cereal, cooked yams and potatoes. It's a great alternative to butter on whole grain breads and wonderful for stirfry. Try adding it to your smoothies for a light coconut flavor.
Whichever type oil you are purchasing read the label to assure it has not been processed using high heat or chemical solvents. Look for "mechanically pressed" when purchasing expeller pressed and "centrifuge extracted" or "traditional" methods for extra virgin.
When I first began using coconut oil it was very hard to find. Now it is sold everywhere. You can find it in supermarkets, health food stores and online.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Making attic milk (for dummies)
During the FollowTheRoad.com trip we stayed in Copper Bank village in the North of Belize (Central America) for more than a month during March and April 2006. In the holiday resort, where we got opportunity to stay for free, we learned how to make a coconut milk. We decided to document and share it with you.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Extra Virgin Coconut Oil- Lubricate Your Body's Engine
Coconut oil, made of medium chain triglycerides (MCT), does not require extra enzymes for digestion and absorption and, as such, can be immediately converted by the body into energy. For those with chronic conditions or those who have trouble digesting fats, this is great news! Coconut oil not only gives your body the energy it needs to fight chronic conditions, it helps your body get the nutrients it needs while aiding your digestive system. And because coconut oil is easier to metabolize, it may play a role in weight loss. Farmers in the 1940s used coconut oil to attempt to fatten their herds. Instead, the animals became lean, active, and hungry!
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Sunday, November 6, 2011
Is There a Limit to Coconut Oil Consumption?
Visit www.ihealthtube.com Dr. Bruce Fife explains that you will need time to adjust to more fat consumption and how to get your body used to this change.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
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