01/12/2014
The Miraculous Health Benefits of Coconut Oil:
• It's good for the heart - Coconut Oil contains 50% lauric acid which helps in maintaining cholesterol levels and normalizes high blood pressure. It does not increase low-density lipoprotein (LDL) which is the bad cholesterol and reduces inflammation of arteries.
• Skin care - It's an excellent moisturizer for all skin type. It delays the onset of wrinkles and sagging of skin. It helps in treating skin problems like psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis, etc.
• Hair care - Coconut oil provides all the nutrients requires for hair growth. It makes the hair look shiny and acts as an excellent hair conditioner.
• Weight-loss - It increases the body's metabolic rate, is easy to digest and helps in healthy functioning of the thyroid and endocrine gland.
• Boosts immunity - Lauric acid present in coconut oil gets converted into monolaurin which help fight bacteria and viruses.
• Improves digestion - It helps in improving digestion and prevents IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome). The saturated fats present in coconut oil have antimicrobial properties and help in dealing with various bacteria, fungi and parasites that cause indigestion.
• Healing properties - When applied on an infected area, it forms a layer and prevents it from external dust, air, fungi, bacteria and viruses. It helps in healing process of damaged tissues.
• Coconut oil improves secretion of insulin, which helps in maintaining blood glucose levels and helps in managing diabetes.