Ways To Use Virgin Coconut Oil

19 Aug Ways To Use Virgin Coconut Oil

• Cooking Oil

  Virgin coconut oil high in saturated fat which is more stable in high temperature to resist heat-induced damage compared to unsaturated fat and if you are frying your foods, virgin coconut oil will be a smart choice.

• Skincare

  Virgin coconut oil is the best natural moisturizing lotions that can prevent the skin from being exposed to free radicals damage thus reduce the formation of skin spots and wrinkles. As most of the creams and lotions sold on the market may contain many chemical additives and preservatives, virgin coconut oil is a good replacement if you are looking for something to keep your skin moisturized. It is also the best makeup remover you can ever have.

• Hair Care

  Applying a small amount of virgin coconut oil on hair before going to sleep will make your hair supple and shiny. As a way to control the occurrence of dandruff, apply virgin coconut oil on scalp, leave it for about 10 minutes then rinse. Repeated usage will reduce the occurrence of dandruff, which is difficult to achieve even with most medicinal shampoo.

• Weight Loss Method

  Virgin coconut oil is rich in medium-chain fatty acids that can be rapidly used by the body to increase metabolism and promote the combustion of other fat. And some research suggests that it supports thyroid function as well. A strong thyroid is essential for achieving a healthy weight. As a bonus, the MCT’s in coconut oil don’t end up as stored body fat like longer chain fatty acids.

• Acne Treatment

  Virgin coconut oil can be used for acne treatment because lauric acid and capric acid found in virgin coconut oil has excellent antibacterial effect to eliminate bacteria and reduce inflammation. The use of coconut oil as acne treatment is recommended for both oral and external use, daily intake of one tablespoon, while smearing a small amount of coconut oil on the acne, will result in the best results.

• Oil Pulling

  Oil pulling originated from Ayurvedic medicine in India. At that time, doctors found that gargling with virgin coconut oil not only cleans the mouth, but also treats many incurable diseases. Oil pulling can be done by putting a tablespoon of virgin coconut oil into the mouth and gargle it for 5 to 10 minutes. The bacteria in your mouth will be massively adsorbed into the oil therefore it is crucial to spit out the oil. Repeated oil pulling will reduce gingivitis and periodontal disease.

• Lip Balm
  

  The most common way to relief chapped lips is to apply lip balm, but most lip balms in the market contain mineral oil with additional fragrance and preservatives that may have side effects. Virgin coconut oil’s antibacterial and moisturizing effect is the best natural lip balm. Homemade method is as follows, prepare 2 tablespoons of coconut oil and 10 grams of beeswax, dissolve both in a hot water, wait for it to cool then transfer into the container and leave aside for 6 hours.

• Sun Screen
  

  Most sunscreens on the market contain a potentially carcinogenic toxic component, oxybenzone which can cause allergies to people with sensitive skin. However, the cold pressed virgin coconut oil with its excellent skin repair ability has been found to block 20% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays, which is the most natural and safe sunscreen.

• Bread Spread
  

  During breakfast, virgin coconut oil can be smeared on toast as butter replacement for a rich coconut flavour. Virgin coconut oil is a good butter replacement as butter is mostly hydrogenated fat, which is trans-fat. If consumed for a long-term, it can lead to myocardial infarction, hardening of the arteries and other diseases.

• Creamer in Coffee

  Most creamer are made of hydrogenated vegetable oil, artificial syrup, pigments, and spices. Therefore using coconut oil instead of creamer can be a healthier choice. When drinking black coffee, adding a teaspoon of coconut oil and a little brown sugar will result in a rich taste. At the same time, virgin coconut oil can be quickly converted to energy in the body to improve daily performance.