You can spoon it, sip it, simmer it or spread it. Coconut oil has many uses and can be added to your diet in many ways. But exactly how and why should you use it?
Coconut oil contains lauric, capric and caprylic acid, along with essential fatty acids and antioxidants. It is known to support healthy cholesterol levels and blood pressure already within normal range, as well as support weight management and normal immune response. Coconut oil is used in hair and skin products for its soothing properties and antioxidant content.
The easiest way to add coconut oil to your diet is to cook with it. It is stable and resistant to heat-induced damage, meaning that the precious fatty acids remain intact. And unlike other cooking and frying oils, coconut oil does not contain long-chain triglycerides, which your body usually stores as fat.
You can use coconut oil in baking in place of butter or as a spread for your breads, or you can simply add a spoonful to your morning smoothie. To help fight wrinkles and soften your skin, add coconut oil to your daily beauty regimen.
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