ASIA PACIFIC—A recent study conducted in the Asia Pacific area and published in The Coconut Oil Miracle found seven significant health benefits associated with consuming coconut.
Coconut oil contains a unique fat called monolaurin, it is noted that it is one of the best fats found in nature, which provides health benefits when consumed regularly.
The study analyzed people who live in tropical areas whose diets are rich in coconut oil. The team found seven significant health factors associated with consuming this oil, which include:
1. Help fight off infections- contains lauric acid, a substance that is very toxic to viruses, funguses and bacteria.
3. Weight loss: medium-chain fatty acids help boost metabolism.
4. Diabetes: substituting sugary foods/beverages with coconut oil whens produce energy quicker, preventing the onset of diabetes.
5. Hypothyroidism: helps produce more thyroid hormone.
6. Bone Health: rich in calcium and magnesium, which both help strengthen bones.
7. Alzheimer’s disease: studies have shown the medium-chain fatty acids found in this oil help fight off and prevent this disease.
The researchers also noted a few ways to consume coconut oil: it can be used as a substitute in almost any recipe, add it to granola or even roast it with sweet potatoes.
If you are interested in receiving some of these great health benefits, you might want to consider adding coconut oil to your daily diet.
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