KTC 100% Pure Coconut Multipurpose Oil 500ml Jar - for Hair, Cooking, Moisturiser Use & Indian Curries - 3 Pack

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Platero JL, Cuerda-Ballester M, Ibáñez V, et al. The impact of coconut oil and epigallocatechin gallate on the levels of IL-6, anxiety and disability in multiple sclerosis patients. Nutrients. 2020;12(2). pii: E305. View abstract. Dhanasekara CS, Nelson A, Spradley M, et al. Effects of consumption of coconut oil or coconut on glycemic control and insulin sensitivity: A systematic review and meta-analysis of interventional trials. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis 2022;32(1):53-68. View abstract. Please note: like with every food, especially calorie-dense fats, coconut oil can add some serious calories to your meal. Don’t just slather it onto everything, treat it like you would any other oil e.g. olive oil, especially if you’re trying to be healthy. Coconut oil for keto diets

Cox C, Mann J, Sutherland W, et al Effects of coconut oil, butter, and safflower oil on lipids and lipoproteins in persons with moderately elevated cholesterol levels. J Lipid Res 1995;36:1787-95. View abstract. Kim, S., et al. (2017). Enhanced barrier functions and anti-inflammatory effect of cultured coconut extract on human skin [Abstract]. Scientists are studying medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), including those found in coconut oil, for their potential health benefits. In Sanskrit, the coconut palm tree is known by the name “kalpavriksha” which means “tree that gives all that is necessary for living” and reflects how vital it is for treatments and the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle.In an in vitro study, coconut oil was active against Candida albicans (C. albicans), suggesting it could be a treatment for candida. Alikamali M, Emadi SF, Mahdizadeh M, Emami Z, Akbari H, Khodabandeh-Shahraki S. Comparing the efficacy of breast milk and coconut oil on nipple fissure and breast pain intensity in primiparous mothers: a single-blind clinical trial. Breastfeed Med. 2023;18(1):30-36. View abstract. This process has been seen to help improve oral hygiene when practiced correctly and regularly and used alongside normal dental hygiene practices like brushing teeth and flossing. There are several oils recommended for oil pulling, each with their own benefits. Coconut oil was seen to decrease plaque formation. 8Plaque (a film of bacteria that forms on teeth) is the most easily repaired cause of yellow teeth, and coconut oil could help you produce less of it. Coconut oil has been used in South East Asian cuisine as a staple ingredient for many years, before becoming popular in the UK.

Findings from a 2009 animal study suggested that MCTs, present in coconut oil, may help preserve insulin sensitivity. The review also listed the specific beneficial health effects of MCT oil, not coconut oil, in 29 studies. Wallace, T. C. (2019). Health effects of coconut oil: A narrative review of current evidence [Abstract].An increase in HDL (good) cholesterol levels actually reduces the risk of heart disease, so you might think that the increase in HDL from coconut oil could be beneficial. It is thought that coconut oil can help cleanse your mouth so you can use it by swishing it around your mouth, like a mouthwash each day. A person would have to eat 150 g, or 10 tbs, of coconut oil each day to get the benefits. Consuming this much oil would not be healthful. Marina AM, Che Man YB, Amin I. Virgin coconut oil: emerging functional food oil. Trends Food Sci Technol. 2009;20(10):481-487. Coconut oil contains as many calories and total fat as other fat sources, about 120 calories and 14 grams of fat per tablespoon. Coconut oil has a unique flavor and is best used in small amounts as a periodic alternative to other oils in baking and cooking, in context of a healthy eating pattern.

Coconut oil is also a widely used health supplement which has been found to lower cholesterol, promote stable blood sugar levels (vital for diabetics) and decrease fatigue. Coconut oil has a wide range of reported health benefits, it is made up of mainly medium-chain triglycerides which may not carry the risks of other saturated fats. Prewash protector: When applied before shampooing, coconut oil can stop your hair from soaking up too much water, which helps stave off damage and dryness. Try applying coconut oil about 15 to 30 minutes before you wash your hair, focusing on the midsection and ends of your hair. Most recipes call for butter, coconut oil/MCT oil and coffee, with coconut oil providing the all-important MCTs. You can also make it vegan by subbing the butter for cacao butter or more coconut oil. Here’s how to make it:The authors concluded that because of coconut oil’s effects on raising blood cholesterol including harmful LDL and in some cases triglycerides, and because its cholesterol-raising effects were comparable to other saturated fats, the oil should not be viewed as a heart-healthy food and should be limited in the diet. If you like your soap to be scented you can add up to 3% of the weight of your oils in essential oils. So in this case 3% of 500g is 15g. You do however need to be careful as not all essential oils can be used at this level. A safe bet would be 7g peppermint and 8g of lavender. Or try 10g of rosemary and 5g of patchouli, Both of these are unisex and work well in cold process soap making. http://www.meltorganic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Medium-chain-fatty-acids-Functional-lipids-for-the-prevention-and-treatment-of-the-metabolic-syndrome.pdf That said, as long as you moderate your intake of coconut oil, you can definitely enjoy it as part of a healthy diet. Summary coconut oil, I use refined coconut oil from a wholesaler but any coconut oil that you can buy in a supermarket or wholefood store is perfect.