Coconut oil has many incredible benefits of which many people are not aware.
- Coconut oil is one of the best quality oils for baking, cooking and frying, it no cholesterol, sodium or sugar. It contains an unusual composition of saturated fats, mainly lauric acid and myristic acids, which have been found to have many health benefits. This also makes it an excellent source of energy, as it is the type of fat which is burned straight away rather than stored.
- Besides for cooking, coconut oil is a great moisturiser for dry skin, as it is 100% natural there are no side effects when applying it to the skin, it's rich nutritional value helps in prevention of skin ageing signs such as saggy skin and wrinkles.
- This oil has anti-microbial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties which help to improve our immune system by fighting harmful bacterias and viruses.
- It helps our bodies to absorb nutrients such as amino acids and vitamins.
- Coconut oil is often found in the ingredient list of many hair care products as it strengthens the hair and speeds up it growth, it can also be used in the treatment of dandruff.
- The oil found in coconuts can be a great help when trying to lose weight as it boosts up our bodies ability to digest food and absorb nutrients so when can eat less without feeling weak or tired all the time.