Coco for Coconut

The list of  health benefits within coconut is a long one......   and before I dive into it, I want to clear up the misconception of coconut being a bad fat.

We have been told to avoid SATURATED fats when reading labels, and I would completely agree in most cases.
When reading the label on coconut oil you WILL read that it is HIGH saturated fats.
Regardless of this, COCONUT OIL has been labeled the "healthiest oil in the world".....

HERE IS THE DIFFERENCE~


The difference is in the fat molecule. All fats and oils are composed of molecules called fatty acids. There are two methods of classifying fatty acids. The first you are probably familiar with, is based on saturation. You have saturated fats, monounsaturated fats, and polyunsaturated fats. Another system of classification is based on molecular size or length of the carbon chain within each fatty acid. Fatty acids consist of long chains of carbon atoms with hydrogen atoms attached. In this system you have short-chain fatty acids (SCFA), medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA), and long-chain fatty acids (LCFA). Coconut oil is composed predominately of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA), also known as medium-chain triglycerides (MCT).


The vast majority of fats and oils in our diets, whether they are saturated or unsaturated or come from animals or plants, are composed of long-chain fatty acids (LCFA). Some 98 to 100% of all the fatty acids you consume are LCFA.

The size of the fatty acid is extremely important. Why? Because our bodies respond to and metabolize each fatty acid differently depending on its size. So the physiological effects of MCFA in coconut oil are distinctly different from those of LCFA more commonly found in our foods. The saturated fatty acids in coconut oil are predominately medium-chain fatty acids. Both the saturated and unsaturated fat found in meat, milk, eggs, and plants (including most all vegetable oils) are composed of LCFA.

MCFA are very different from LCFA. They do not have a negative effect on cholesterol and help to protect against heart disease. MCFA help to lower the risk of both atherosclerosis and heart disease. It is primarily due to the MCFA in coconut oil that makes it so special and so beneficial.



Countries who's population has a diet high in coconut meat, milk and oil show SIGNIFIGANTLY lower rates of obesity and heart disease than North Americans. Makes you think doesn't it??


Okay, does that clear the FAT concern up for you????


Now lets get into the REAL reason .....errr reasonS as to why this natural food source is so incredible.

 -Kills viruses that cause influenza, herpes, measles, hepatitis C, SARS, AIDS, and other illnesses.

-Kills bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, gum disease and cavities, pneumonia, and gonorrhea, and other diseases.

-Kills fungi and yeasts that cause candidiasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash, and other infections.

 -Expels or kills tapeworms, lice, giardia, and other parasites.

 -Provides a nutritional source of quick energy.

   -Boosts energy and endurance, enhancing physical and athletic performance.

   -Improves digestion and absorption of other nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

   -Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.

-Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems of the body.

  -Reduces symptoms associated with pancreatitis.

  -Helps relieve symptoms and reduce health risks associated with diabetes.

 -Reduces problems associated with malabsorption syndrome and cystic fibrosis.

-Improves calcium and magnesium absorption and supports the development of strong bones and    teeth.

  -Helps protect against osteoporosis.

 -Helps relieve symptoms associated with gallbladder disease.

 -Relieves symptoms associated with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and stomach ulcers.

 -Improves digestion and bowel function.

-Relieves pain and irritation caused by hemorrhoids.

-Reduces inflammation.

-Supports tissue healing and repair.

 -Supports and aids immune system function.

 -Helps protect the body from breast, colon, and other cancers.

 -Is heart healthy; improves cholesterol ratio reducing risk of heart disease.

   -Protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis and thus protects against heart disease.

  -Helps prevent periodontal disease and tooth decay.

-Functions as a protective antioxidant.

  -Helps to protect the body from harmful free radicals that promote premature aging and  degenerative disease.

    

  -Does not deplete the body's antioxidant reserves like other oils do.

-Improves utilization of essential fatty acids and protects them from oxidation.

 -Helps relieve symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome.

-Relieves symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement).

-Reduces epileptic seizures.

-Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder infections.

-Dissolves kidney stones.

-Helps prevent liver disease.

-Is lower in calories than all other fats.

  -Supports thyroid function.

 -Promotes loss of excess weight by increasing metabolic rate.

  -Is utilized by the body to produce energy in preference to being stored as body fat like other dietary fats.

-Helps prevent obesity and overweight problems.

  

-Applied topically helps to form a chemical barrier on the skin to ward of infection.

  -Reduces symptoms associated the psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis.

   -Supports the natural chemical balance of the skin.

   -Softens skin and helps relieve dryness and flaking.

  -Prevents wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots.

-Promotes healthy looking hair and complexion.

-Provides protection from damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation from the sun.

-Helps control dandruff.

-Does not form harmful by-products when heated to normal cooking temperature like other vegetable oils do.

-Has no harmful or discomforting side effects

-Is completely non-toxic to humans.

*If you have yet to incorporate this power food into your daily routine, NOW may be the time. Be sure to purchase NON HYDROGATED products, and begin the journey to health in a new delicious flavour, known as COCONUT.