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Super Food Coconut Oil Benefits

Organic virgin coconut oil is a highly beneficial ingredient to a healthy diet. There are many health benefits outlined here. Please don’t hesitate to consult one of our staff members at the Spa at Spring Ridge with any additional questions.

Richest form of saturated fat.
- There was debate about saturated fats being harmful but new data concludes that are completely harmless!
Populations that consume more coconut in various forms are considered healthier.
Coconut increases energy due to the medium chain triglycerides in it’s oil. It has been shown to increase 24-hour energy by 5%. The increase in energy can lead to weight loss, long term.
Roughly 50% of the fatty acids contained in coconut oil are Lauric Acid. Good news is Lauric Acid fights off bacteria and viruses as well.
Coconut helps curb hunger.
Cholesterol levels are improved with coconut absorption, which may lower the risk of heart disease.
Using Coconut oil as a mouthwash can help kill harmful bacteria, improve dental health, and even reduce bad breath by a method called “Oil pulling”.
Coconut oil can help you lose the dangerous abdominal fat. Try 1 oz of coconut oil a day!
Heals damaged hair and adds shine!
Helps dissolve kidney stones.
Helps treat pancreatitis.
Coconut oil is soothing and great to massage into the head to relieve stress.
Helps with digestion and absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
Natural SPF of 4
Can kill topical yeast or infections.

Here are some ways you can get creative to incorporate coconut oil in your life.

Cook with it.
Replace your butter.
Add a tablespoon to your smoothies.
Add to coffee.
Add to tea.
Use as a highlighter for your cheekbones. Put a small amount over makeup.
Shaving lotion.
Stretch mark preventer.
Moisturizer for your body.
Rub on lips for a natural chap stick.
Rub on inside of nose to help alleviate allergies.
Soothe itch in chicken pox or poison ivy.

These are just some of the benefits and ways to take advantage of Coconut oil.