From ancient times, coconut oil is very much used in tropical countries. It is now given the label of superfood by some experts. But did you know that coconut oil has lots of other benefits also? Today, let’s discuss five different aspects of using coconut oil.
Coconut oil has a unique composition
This makes it an excellent choice for cooking besides any other cooking oil. Coconut oil is composed of medium chain triglycerides or MCT. This makes coconut oil a quick source of energy. If you want to use coconut oil in your cooking or in your baking, you can simply substitute it for other oils or even substitute it for butter. You can even drink a tablespoon of coconut oil mixed with warm water before meals to prevent constipation, to prevent heart problems, and so on.
Read, https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-10-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coconut-oil
Good healing
Apart from cooking, you must have seen that traditionally, coconut oil is regularly applied to scalp, skin, and hair. Coconut oil is antimicrobial because of its lauric acid. This becomes an excellent choice for wound healing. Lauric acid also has antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal qualities. So it provides a clean and protective environment for wounds to heal. Now let’s see how to use it for your wounds. Take half a tablespoon of coconut oil with half a tablespoon full of aloe vera juice. Apply a thin layer of this mixture on minor cuts, cracks, or burns. You can do this twice or thrice a day. So now let’s see coconut oil for skin care.
Coconut oil has a gentle moisturizing quality
It has an ability to enter your skin and lock its moisture. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. If you use coconut oil on your skin regularly, your skin will look healthier and more radiant. After your shower, apply coconut oil on your body, especially on dry areas. Wrap an old towel around your body and wait for five minutes for oil to get absorbed before you wear your clothes.
Hair care
Coconut oil is used traditionally for hair care in many places. This may be because the molecular structure of the oil is such that it enters the hair shaft easily. It reduces protein loss and provides essential nutrients. This can give you smoother, shinier, and stronger hair. You can use coconut oil as pre-wash treatment by massaging it into your scalp and hair. Leave it on for at least 30 minutes before you wash your hair and then afterwards wash it with mild shampoos. Or you can use even a small amount as a leave-in conditioner to manage frizzy hair.
Detox by oil cooling
Have you heard about oil cooling for removing toxins? Oil cooling with coconut oil is a very traditional practice. In this process, you squeeze one tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth. This helps remove bacteria and harmful toxins. Again, lauric acid in coconut oil plays a big role here because it is antimicrobial and it reduces the presence of harmful bacteria from the mouth.
This oil cooling has to be done for 15 to 20 minutes and then spit out the oil and rinse your mouth with warm water. It is best to do oil cooling early in the morning. Now you have seen that the miraculous use of coconut oil extends beyond cooking use. This humble oil can be used in many other ways, such as makeup remover or a natural treatment for hair lice.
Also read, https://beinghealthyyy.com/signs-of-cancer-symptoms-of-cancer/
Here in India, coconut oil is easily available. In other countries, coconut oil is found as coconut oil cakes or cream. So try and explore the multiple uses of coconut oil and experience these natural benefits.