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Q: How do you use your virgin coconut oil?
 Internally- take regular dose of VCO or use it for cooking.
 Externally- apply on skin and hair.
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Studies Proved That Coconut Diet Decreases Risk OF Heart Disease
The people in countries/regions where coconut is abundant have lower incidence of heart disease. This is the result of a new study conducted by the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA), an institution committed to the coconut industry of the Philippines.
Health Benefits Of Other Coconut Products
Nowadays, virgin coconut oil (VCO) is the most popular among coconut products. But the tree where it comes from would not have been called the tree of life if the oil extract from the fruit is the only thing useful. Aside from using and consuming virgin coconut oil, there are also other coconut products that you can try.
How To Use Virgin Coconut Oil For Your Cooking
If you really want to benefit from all the goodness that virgin coconut oil (VCO) can do to your body but finds it difficult to take it as it is, you can try using it for your cooking. You can have your daily dose of medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) by replacing usual cooking ingredients with VCO. Here are some of the ways on how you can use your VCO for your meals and snacks.
Quench Your Thirst With Coconut Beverages
The water from the young coconut fruit is one of the healthiest drinks on earth. Drinking it does not only quench your thirst, it also gives lots of benefits to your body. Drinking the coconut water as it is (straight from the coconut) is already a treat but do you know that you can do a lot of things to add spice to this drink
Other Uses of Virgin Coconut Oil
You may think you know everything about using VCO, but since it is considered to be the healthiest oil on earth, there seems to be no limit to its uses. You may be surprise to know that you can use VCO as a remedy for some condition that you never thought possible. Check out the list below and you might discover new ways on how you can benefit from this oil that is a wonderful gift from nature:
How To Cure Insomnia Using Coconut Oil
Surprisingly, one can also resort to nature and use coconut oil to cure insomnia. This is because coconut oil has the ability to regulate body functions and helps one sleep easily. So for those who want a relief from insomnia, here’s a natural cure using coconut oil that you can try:
How To Make A Healthy Sandwich Spread Using VCO

That is by eating a peanut butter that is made of healthier ingredients. Instead of using regular nuts, one can substitute almonds for a healthier alternative. And instead of regular vegetable oil, once can use virgin coconut oil which has many benefits on one’s body. The healthier version of peanut butter may even taste better. And guess what, you can also do it easily at home so check out the recipe below.

 

Virgin Coconut Oil: Great As Hair Conditioner

Using virgin coconut oil in your hair has many benefits. Aside from making your hair soft and smooth, it also helps one prevent and get rid of hair and scalp problems such as dandruff because of its anti-fungal properties.

Make Your Own Toothpaste and Mouthwash with VCO
Buying a bottle of virgin coconut oil is definitely worth it. This is because you can use it in so many ways. Whether for health or vanity reasons, there are a thousand ways one can use virgin coconut oil.
Coconut Water For Your Eyes: Cure Cataracts and Other Eye Problems
The good news is that there articles and books that claim that coconut water can be an alternative cure to eye problems such as glaucoma and cataracts. An article in the book, Coconut Water for Health and Healing by Bruce Fife said that coconut water is a perfect eye drop solution or eye wash. Putting coconut water in the eyes can cure existing eye problems such as cataracts and prevent eye problems from developing.
Get Rid of Smelly Feet With Coconut Oil
Having a smelly feet and itchy feet is embarrassing. It is commonly referred to as athlete’s foot because it is usual for athletes to develop this condition, because they usually wear tight fitting shoes for long periods of time. However, this is not a condition that is exclusive for athletes only.
The Many Uses of Virgin Coconut Oil
Purchasing a virgin coconut oil (VCO) is definitely worth it because you can use it in so many ways. Aside from the fact that it is like a medicine cabinet in a bottle because it can be used as a remedy for various aliments, it is also considered to be a total beauty product. If you are still unconvinced about the many benefits of using VCO, read on to know the various ways you can use it:
Keep Your Skin Acne-Free and Beautiful Naturally With VCO
Some of the skin remedies one can apply to maintain beautiful skin can only be found in the kitchen. An example is the coconut oil which is a very effective moisturizer. People with dry skin or eczema can have smooth and soft skin when they apply coconut oil on their skin regularly.
Homecare Remedy For Diarrhea and Dehydration Using Coconut Water
The fluid that is recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) is the Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS) solution. However if that drink is not available, then one can give either of the following: coconut water, water from a boiling rice, or water with a solution of salt and sugar ( ˝ teaspoon salt and 4 teaspoons of sugar for 1 liter of water).
Coconut For Your Cars!
Scientists are also proposing that the oil extracted from the coconut fruit can be used as a fuel to run vehicles. From the recent experiments of scientists and inventors, it is not impossible to assume that soon, coconuts will have a big role in the automobile industry.
Are You Pregnant? Drink Coconut Water!

The water from young green coconut fruit is perfectly safe for pregnant women as it contains protein, essential nutrients and electrolytes that can nourish the mother and her baby in the womb. It is free from fat and cholesterol.

The Various Health Benefits of Coconut Water
The water or juice of the coconut fruit is known for being a sweet and refreshing drink all over the world. But it is not a tasty drink, it is also a healthy beverage with lots of good benefits for the body because it is 100% fat free and low in sugar and carbohydrates content
How Much Virgin Coconut Oil Should One Take
Apparently the usage and frequency of virgin coconut oil intake will depend on the person who is using it. To determine proper dosage, it is best to observe how much one can take in a day and that if he or she is comfortable with it.
Virgin Coconut Oil: A Hot Online Product

Apparently Nutiva, a brand of virgin coconut oil products tops the list of consumer’s choice of natural gifts last Christmas season. The demand for VCO surpasses the request for other organic products such as tea, lollipops, coffee , agave syrup and soymilk.

Coconut Products: More Clinical Studies Needed To Support Claims of Health Benefits

The PCA Administrator is confident that once sufficient research has been done, the coconut industry will be a big help in boosting the Philippine economy.


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