Monday, January 13, 2014

PROPERTIES OF COCONUT OIL

Coconut oil is extracted from coconut and it's unusually rich in short and medium chain fatty acids, which helps in good metabolism. To make it simple, coconut oil enables us to burn calories at a faster rate, while it also raise our energy level.
Indeed, coconut oil can replace all other oils, butters and margarines because it improves the ratio of “good” to “bad” cholesterol in the bloodstream. This ability to lower bad cholesterol help to minimize the risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Its unique fatty acids composition such as lauric acid and capric acid make it work as a natural antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal food. Other note worthy properties of coconut oil includes It's richness in healthy antioxidants which is found abundantly particularly in coconut oil that is produced without the use of heat or chemicals. Based on research and studies, coconut oil can help decrease inflammation, fight infection, and protect the brain from the effects of Alzheimer’s disease. Though, many people were not aware of it's benefits but am sure this little highlighted properties will familiarize the reader to the benefits in coconut oil.

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