coconut oil 

• NO additives
• keep cap closed tighlty
• store in a cool & dry place, away from sun light
• do not refrigerate

Health Benefits of Coconut Oil

1 May encourage fat burning – As a rich source of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), a type of saturated fat among long-chain, medium-chain and short-chain; some evidence show MCTs may increase the calories burnt promoting weight loss.

2 May work as a quick source of energy – MCTs go straight to the liver and become a rapid energy supply as carbs — body’s preferred source of energy. Long used in sports nutrition products for athletes.

3 May have antimicrobial effects – Antimicrobial and Antifungal properties of MCT content (specifically, lauric acid) fights Staphylococcus aureus Streptococcus mutans Streptococcus pyogenes Escherichia coli Helicobacter pylori

4 As a Bacteriostatic agent – prevents bacteria from multiplying, As a Bacteriocidal agent – destroys some bacteria, Also inhibits the growth of microorganisms that are harmful to plants.

5 May help reduce hunger – reduces food intake. MCTs are broken into ketones which may act directly on the brain’s chemical messengers or altering the levels of hunger-inducing hormones, like ghrelin. Ketones are fuel.

6 May boost skin health – as cosmetic improves health (moisture and function) and appearance(prevents dryness – a result of alcohol-based hand sanitizers) of the skin. Reduces atopic dermatitis.

7 May protect your hair – against hair damage. Saturated fat, iron, and vitamins K and E in Coconut oil helps hair grow at a much more rapid pace. Deeply penetrates hair strands making them flexible and strong.

9 May improve oral health – oil pulling (swishing coconut oil in the mouth) – a cost-effective way to reduce the count of harmful bacteria(S. mutans) in the mouth — compared with a regular mouthwash. Lauric acid – prevents cavities, reduces dental plaque buildup and gum inflammation.

10 A good antioxidant source – rich source of antioxidants(tocopherols, tocotrienols, phytosterols, flavonoids, polyphenols) which neutralize free radicals (damaging molecules) and wards off chronic and degenerative diseases. Anti-inflammatory and brain-protective effects.

11 There is a possible role of coconut oil, particularly the MCT lauric acid, in reducing secondary diabetic complications