Coconut oil has been making the headlines for decades now as a superfood and natural super healer. There is a growing body of research to prove that extra virgin organic cold-pressed and cold-processed coconut oil is a healthy ingredient in the diet that helps fight disease. It has been used in traditional medicine for centuries.
Today, it is being used to substitute butter in baking, smoothies and cooking, besides being used as an important part of the beauty kit for hair and skin care. At room temperature, coconut oil has 92% saturated fat and while this appears alarming compared to the other oils we use, this fat is predominantly “medium chain triglycerides”. These are directly burned as fuel in the liver unlike other “long chain triglycerides” that spend time in the body and end up in the fatty tissues.
Here’s a brief overview of how you too can use coconut oil to fight disease and often, prevent it:
Oral health
It is well known that oral health reflects overall health. Keeping the mouth healthy is known to prevent many diseases and boost the immune system. Coconut oil toothpaste is known to strengthen tooth enamel and is safer than commercial products. Since it has antibacterial properties, it keeps mouth sores and gum disease at bay. Oil pulling is being promoted as an effective way to maintain oral health.
Treatment for fungal infections
Infections of any kind are the gateway to disease. Extra virgin organic coconut oil is used as a remedy for athlete’s foot, candida and yeast infections. Rich in lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid, which are disease fighters, coconut oil is suitable for everyone from infants to the elderly.
Digestion
A healthy digestive system is an indication of good health. Regular use of coconut oil keeps constipation, acid reflux, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease and indigestion away. The anti-microbial properties of coconut oil reduce inflammation and infections.
Stress relief
Coconut oil boosts the absorption of vitamins and minerals and keeps stress at bay. Too much stress is known to trigger chronic ailments.
Increased energy
Known to enhance energy levels, extra virgin organic coconut oil helps you be more productive. Its medium chain fatty acids are instantly converted into energy. Those who lack energy are prone to depression, which paves the way for other health problems.
Besides the above, extra virgin organic coconut oil from Jeeva help with weight management, cold and ‘flu prevention, allergy and pain relief.
