The other day I was talking to a woman at the store and she mentioned to me she has never heard of coconut oil... GASP! Yes, I wanted to shake this woman and tell her she has been missing out on the best product of her life. Okay, maybe I was getting a little dramatic here but if you know me, you know that I LOVE coconut oil. I always have it stocked up in my house. Since I am sure she isn't the only person in the world that doesn't have a clue what it is or all of the benefits that comes with it, I thought I better create a post about it. So here you go....
I personally recommend Trader Joe's Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. If you don't have a Trader Joe's near you (I'm sorry), you can pick up organic virgin coconut oil at many different health food stores and basic grocery stores.
Here are all the benefits that coconut oil provides...
Health
- Lowers cholesterol
- Improves thyroid function
- Aids with digestion
- Stabilizes blood sugar
- Suppresses the appetite
- Promotes weight loss
- Treats Irritable Bowl Syndrome
- Improves immune function
- Relieves stress
- Increases metabolism
- Works as a natural energy boost
- Moisturizes dry or chapped nostrils
- Soothes achy muscles
- Prevents dandruff- when used as a shampoo
- Treats eczema or psoriasis- by ingesting and using topically
- Treats ringworm
- Soothes sore throats- when gargled with
- Cures yeast infections- both internal and external
- Treats cold sores
- Treats pink eye
- Prevents hangnails- when rubbed into the cuticle
- Treats small cuts and scrapes
- Treats minor skin irritations
- Treats bee stings or insect bites
- Treats hemorrhoids
- Prevents and cures urinary tract infections
- Clears up acne
- Assists with menopausal dryness
- Eliminates congestion
- Prevents gingivitis
- Treats rosacea
- Removes warts
- Soothes dry/itchy eyes
- Treats jock itch
- Eliminates head lice
- Eliminates nausea- when rubbed on the inside of the wrist
- Relieves sunburn pain
- Works as a natural lubricant- not to be used with latex
- Treats athlete’s foot
- Prevents swimmer’s ear
- Eliminates bad breath
- Treats hives
Baby
- Assists in removing newborn meconium
- Soothes diaper rash
- Increases milk production
- Soothes chapped or cracked nipples due to nursing
- Soothes pain due to teething
- Cures Cradle Cap
Beauty
- Eliminates stretch marks
- Smooths wrinkles
- Works as a facial scrub- when mixed with baking soda
- Conditions lips as an ingredient in natural lip balm
- Works as a deep conditioner for hair
- Prevents natural body odor when rubbed under the arms
- Cleanses skin as a natural soap
- Removes makeup
- Moisturizes as a bath oil
- Eliminates dry or cracked heels
- Eliminates and fades ages spots
- Cleans mascara brushes
- Conditions eye lashes
- Moisturizes and firms the skin around the eye
- Works as a natural face wash
- Prevents hair dye from running onto the face when rubbed along the hairline
- Minimizes the appearance of pores
- Strengthens nails
- Improves skin tone
- Prevents sagging skin
- A healthy addition to salad oils
- Substitutes for vegetable oils in baked goods
- Substitutes for frying oils
- Substitutes for butter
- Tenderizes roast meats
- Adds nutrients to soups and stews
- Sweetens teas and coffees
- Flavors ice cubes for cold drinks
Around The House
- Conditions cutting boards
- Polishes metal
- Moisturizes leather
- Seasons cast iron skillets
- Replaces WD-40
- Creates a natural insect repellant when mixed with peppermint oil
- Prevents freezer burn
- Cleanses tubs and showers
- Polishes stainless steel
- Cleans barbecues
- Removes wax
- Removes insects from bumpers
- Removes sap
- Unsticks stubborn zippers
- Polishes shoes
- Lubricates bike chains
- Shines plant leaves
- Lubricates guitar strings
- Removes gum from hair and fabrics
- Replaces other oils in play dough and Goo recipes
Animals
- Improves bad breath
- Shampoos and conditions fur
- Eliminates fleas and ticks
- Prevents kitty litter from sticking to the tray
Do you have more ways to use coconut oil? Please share below with us!