Why is Coconut Oil Good For you?

Why is coconut oil good for your health?

Heyaaaa,

I started the LCHF diet a few days ago. Had few problems at first and now trying to solve them 🙂! One of my struggles is getting used to coconut oil. I'm North Indian and we never use coconut oil for cooking 🙁

As I try to get used to coconut oil, I am reminded of how good it is. So I figured I should remind everyone else too 😛 especially if you're looking to lose weight!

Why is coconut oil good for you?

Coconut oil has a unique composition of fatty acids

Coconut oil has short-medium chain saturated fatty acids, i. H. MCFA, making it a healthy saturated fat. Unlike trans fats, which cause bad cholesterol and heart disease, MFCA fats are great for the human body. Our body metabolizes these fats in the liver and turns them into energy instead of storing them as fat.

Supports digestion

If you suffer from poor digestion or bloating, coconut is the solution. Coconut water helps against bloating, read about it here. Coconut oil can make bowel movements easier. Fatty acids in coconut contain antimicrobial properties that work against bacteria that disrupt digestion.

Controls sugar cravings

Fats fill you up better than carbohydrates. Consuming coconut and using coconut oil in your diet can help you eat less sugar and carbohydrates. For more ways to curb sugar cravings click here and food cravings click here.

Causes weight loss

If you can't believe it, pinch yourself 😉 . Hold your breath before reading on. Coconut oil is known to reduce abdominal obesity. Coconut oil is easily digested and does not cause an increase in insulin in the blood. Just add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil to start and gradually increase to 4 teaspoons per day. Try it and let me know about your progress, I look forward to knowing 🙂

Prevents type 2 diabetes

Coconut oil protects against insulin resistance, thereby reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes. MCFA fats are converted into energy, which reduces fat storage in the body and thus improves insulin sensitivity.

Slows down aging

Coconut is a wonderful moisturizer for the skin. It strengthens the connective tissue of the skin and prevents sagging and wrinkling. It's a boon for women with dry skin. Use it daily on your face and body and radiate 🙂  virgin coconut oil with no additives.

Boosts metabolism and immunity

Coconut oil contains lauric acid, caprylic acid, and capric acid, which have antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral properties. Thus, coconut oil can help heal your body from minor infections and boost your immunity.

According to one study, participants who consumed two tablespoons of coconut oil each day burned more calories than those who consumed less. This is because coconut oil boosts your metabolism and makes you burn more!

Ideal for cooking at high temperature

The Indian way of cooking involves exposing food to high temperatures. Coconut oil has a higher smoking temperature than most oils, making it stable no matter how hard you heat it. You don't have to worry about burning oil if you forgot to simulate the gas 😉