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Three Reasons to Use Coconut Oil to Lose Weight
Three Reasons to Use Coconut Oil to Lose Weight
Author : Mark Jackson Source
Remember diet is everything. What you put into your body will determine your ease, or your
disease in 99.9999 percent of the cases. While disease can be caused or influenced by
outside sources what you put into your mouth can cure, heal, or harm. Today I am going to talk
a little about coconut oil. As you know I use it quite often, make desserts out of it and just love it
to death. If you are not getting this "superfood" into your diet then you are sadly mistaken. I
hate to call things superfoods because almost all foods have properties which make them
superfoods. Since I have been talking a bit about weight loss, here is how coconut oil helps the
body to lose weight.
Sorting through fact and fiction when it comes to weight loss is a tough order, especially when
fad diets spring to life and wither away all in the same season.
Many claims have been made about coconut oil and weight loss, but a number of whole food
enthusiasts know this one is the real deal.
And that's because coconut oil is more than a weight loss aid: it's a well-documented health
food. Coconut oil really can help you lost weight, and here's three reasons why:
#1 Get a Metabolism Boost
Coconut oil is one of the most abundant sources of medium-chain fatty acids, and these nifty
little triglycerides can work wonders for a sluggish metabolism. In a study that looked at the
effect of medium-chain fatty acids on metabolism, it was found that these fats could increase
the metabolic rate by up to 48 percent and for up to 24 hours. If your metabolism has been
damaged by dieting or stress, a daily dose of coconut oil can do wonders for getting it back on
the right track.
#2 Balance Your Blood Sugar
The profound effect coconut oil seems to have on the metabolism extends to insulin function as
well. This may be because coconut oil can supply the body with energy similar to blood
glucose, but without having a negative impact on blood sugar and insulin levels. Including
coconut oil before or during a meal also lowers the glycemic impact of what you're eating, which
prevents those dreaded blood sugar highs and lows.
#3 Cure Candida and Yeast Overgrowth
The beneficial fatty acids in coconut oil do more than speed up a lagging metabolism. Lauric
acid and caprylic acid in coconut oil also protect against one of the hidden causes behind
weight gain: Candida and yeast. When an overgrowth of Candida is present, weight loss can
be almost impossible. Candida causes symptoms like fatigue, poor concentration, recurring
infections related to yeast, excessive sinus infections, and much more. But the side effect that
really hinders weight loss is cravings for sugar and carbohydrates. This is because yeast feeds
off sugar (carbohydrates break down into sugar once in the body), so it causes cravings in
order to support its own life.
Taking coconut oil to counteract yeast overgrowth is highly effective, but it should be done with
care. Coconut oil is such a powerful remedy for Candida that it can cause strong symptoms of
headaches, chills, and foggy thinking as the yeast dies off. This can be reduced by slowly
incorporating coconut oil into your diet, starting with as little as one teaspoon daily.
More Than Just a Fad
Coconut oil didn't spring to life in the last few years, although it may seem that way. The truth is
that coconut has been a healing superfood for centuries in tropical cultures. These people
value coconut and its derivatives for their tremendous medicinal power - and they are
remarkably healthy as a result. Even in Western society, coconut oil found widely popular uses
until the middle of the 20th century, when coconut oil's reputation took a bashing from
researchers who examined the health impact of hydrogenated coconut oil - basically the evil
twin of the real thing. But thanks to experts who are willing to give a genuine look into coconut
oil's benefits, we now can be assured that this oil is a bonafide health food.
Tips for Taking Coconut Oil:
Don't settle for the cheap brands found next to shortening on grocery store shelves. Much of
this coconut oil is hydrogenated, which negates all of its benefits. In addition, this is
commercially-processed coconut oil that has been stripped of its natural properties. The best
type of coconut oil is the extra-virgin unrefined variety, which will retain its light aroma and taste
in addition to its amazing health benefits.
Even if you don't suspect Candida, it's still wise to introduce coconut oil into your diet slowly.
The body can react strangely when it's unfamiliar with such a nutritious food. Start with about
one teaspoon once per day, and gradually increase to at least three tablespoons daily. This
amount will help you reap the maximum benefits from this incredible tropical superfood.
I have lots of wonderful recipes in the files section which use coconut oil, so please avail
yourself of them and start strengthening your temple today.
With love MARK
About the author:
Mark Jackson, aka "The Sports Guru", is a natural health author and an avid raw food and
vegetarian advocate. He is the owner and moderator of the Yahoo Health Group "Becoming
Younger" and reports that the diet and lifestyle he advocates has resulted in him being
stronger than he was at 25, still having no gray hair and looking 20 years younger than his
actual age of 58.
Author : Mark Jackson Source
Remember diet is everything. What you put into your body will determine your ease, or your
disease in 99.9999 percent of the cases. While disease can be caused or influenced by
outside sources what you put into your mouth can cure, heal, or harm. Today I am going to talk
a little about coconut oil. As you know I use it quite often, make desserts out of it and just love it
to death. If you are not getting this "superfood" into your diet then you are sadly mistaken. I
hate to call things superfoods because almost all foods have properties which make them
superfoods. Since I have been talking a bit about weight loss, here is how coconut oil helps the
body to lose weight.
Sorting through fact and fiction when it comes to weight loss is a tough order, especially when
fad diets spring to life and wither away all in the same season.
Many claims have been made about coconut oil and weight loss, but a number of whole food
enthusiasts know this one is the real deal.
And that's because coconut oil is more than a weight loss aid: it's a well-documented health
food. Coconut oil really can help you lost weight, and here's three reasons why:
#1 Get a Metabolism Boost
Coconut oil is one of the most abundant sources of medium-chain fatty acids, and these nifty
little triglycerides can work wonders for a sluggish metabolism. In a study that looked at the
effect of medium-chain fatty acids on metabolism, it was found that these fats could increase
the metabolic rate by up to 48 percent and for up to 24 hours. If your metabolism has been
damaged by dieting or stress, a daily dose of coconut oil can do wonders for getting it back on
the right track.
#2 Balance Your Blood Sugar
The profound effect coconut oil seems to have on the metabolism extends to insulin function as
well. This may be because coconut oil can supply the body with energy similar to blood
glucose, but without having a negative impact on blood sugar and insulin levels. Including
coconut oil before or during a meal also lowers the glycemic impact of what you're eating, which
prevents those dreaded blood sugar highs and lows.
#3 Cure Candida and Yeast Overgrowth
The beneficial fatty acids in coconut oil do more than speed up a lagging metabolism. Lauric
acid and caprylic acid in coconut oil also protect against one of the hidden causes behind
weight gain: Candida and yeast. When an overgrowth of Candida is present, weight loss can
be almost impossible. Candida causes symptoms like fatigue, poor concentration, recurring
infections related to yeast, excessive sinus infections, and much more. But the side effect that
really hinders weight loss is cravings for sugar and carbohydrates. This is because yeast feeds
off sugar (carbohydrates break down into sugar once in the body), so it causes cravings in
order to support its own life.
Taking coconut oil to counteract yeast overgrowth is highly effective, but it should be done with
care. Coconut oil is such a powerful remedy for Candida that it can cause strong symptoms of
headaches, chills, and foggy thinking as the yeast dies off. This can be reduced by slowly
incorporating coconut oil into your diet, starting with as little as one teaspoon daily.
More Than Just a Fad
Coconut oil didn't spring to life in the last few years, although it may seem that way. The truth is
that coconut has been a healing superfood for centuries in tropical cultures. These people
value coconut and its derivatives for their tremendous medicinal power - and they are
remarkably healthy as a result. Even in Western society, coconut oil found widely popular uses
until the middle of the 20th century, when coconut oil's reputation took a bashing from
researchers who examined the health impact of hydrogenated coconut oil - basically the evil
twin of the real thing. But thanks to experts who are willing to give a genuine look into coconut
oil's benefits, we now can be assured that this oil is a bonafide health food.
Tips for Taking Coconut Oil:
Don't settle for the cheap brands found next to shortening on grocery store shelves. Much of
this coconut oil is hydrogenated, which negates all of its benefits. In addition, this is
commercially-processed coconut oil that has been stripped of its natural properties. The best
type of coconut oil is the extra-virgin unrefined variety, which will retain its light aroma and taste
in addition to its amazing health benefits.
Even if you don't suspect Candida, it's still wise to introduce coconut oil into your diet slowly.
The body can react strangely when it's unfamiliar with such a nutritious food. Start with about
one teaspoon once per day, and gradually increase to at least three tablespoons daily. This
amount will help you reap the maximum benefits from this incredible tropical superfood.
I have lots of wonderful recipes in the files section which use coconut oil, so please avail
yourself of them and start strengthening your temple today.
With love MARK
About the author:
Mark Jackson, aka "The Sports Guru", is a natural health author and an avid raw food and
vegetarian advocate. He is the owner and moderator of the Yahoo Health Group "Becoming
Younger" and reports that the diet and lifestyle he advocates has resulted in him being
stronger than he was at 25, still having no gray hair and looking 20 years younger than his
actual age of 58.