50+ Plus Benefits of Coconut Oil: Home, Beauty, and Health
The coconut plant is known to have many uses for most (if not all) of its parts – leaves, fruit, bark, etc. By the end of this, you will learn 50 benefits of coconut oil in addition to uses that will make your life easier.
People have been crazy over the discovery of a lot of uses of coconut oil. Aside from cooking, there are many other uses of coconut oil. Lastly, read to the end to find out the virus-fighting study using coconut oil!
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Benefits of Coconut Oil
People steer clear of coconut oil because it contains saturated fats, which are known to be unhealthy.
However, most are not aware that the saturated fat in coconut oil, actually comes from medium-chain triglycerides. Like lauric acid, the body can easily use these shorter fat chains, thus, these are not stored away as fat.
Having said that, coconut oil benefits, include:
- Energy booster
- Increasing good cholesterol levels
- Balancing blood sugar level
- Fat Burning
- Moisturizing
- Detoxing
In addition, coconut oil is excellent:
- Antioxidant
- Antimicrobial
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antibacterial
- Antiviral
- Antiparasitic
- Antifungal
Make sure to purchase organic unrefined coconut oil. It is less processed and pure and the Dr. Bronner’s Coconut Oil is SUPER Flavorful. In addition, it is the best because:
- It’s Fair Trade (which means the wages of the laborers are fair)
- The coconut oil is in a glass jar which means you don’t have to worry about BPA’s, BPB’s, and other chemicals in plastic.
- Raw
- Certified Organic and Non-GMO
- Dr. Bronner’s Supports Charity
- Expeller Pressed
- Aromatic
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50 Uses of Coconut Oil
Here is a list of coconut oil benefits and uses not just for cooking, but for health, wellness, and beauty.
For Cooking
- Coconut oil is a healthier alternative to use in frying because of its anti-inflammatory properties.
- When baking, you can use coconut oil as an alternative to soybean oil or canola oil.
- It is healthier to make your own mayonnaise using coconut oil.
Mayonnaise Recipe
4. In a mixing bowl, mix ½ cup coconut oil, 2 egg yolks, ½ cup organic olive oil, ½ tsp Dijon mustard, and ½ tsp apple cider vinegar. You can add salt and pepper. Mix well using an immersion blender.
5. Cook your popcorn with coconut oil. You can simply add 2 tablespoons coconut oil with ¼ cup uncooked popcorn in a pot with a lid. Over medium heat, gently shake the popping stops.
6. Add coconut oil to your smoothies to give you a healthy boost.
Coconut Oil for Skin
7. Use Coconut oil to make an all-natural body scrub.
It is a great moisturizer and
DIY Body Scrub Recipe
8. In a glass mixing bowl, mix ½ cup coconut oil and 1 cup sea salt. Add in 10 drops of your choice of essential oils and stir. Put in small jars. Scoop 1 spoonful and rub gently to damp skin to exfoliate. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
Rather than using store-bought lip balm, make one yourself.
Lip Balm Recipe
In a double boiler, melt 1 ½ teaspoon of beeswax, 1 tablespoon of almond oil, and 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, over low heat. Stir using a metal spoon.
Once the beeswax is completely melted, turn off the heat before adding 10 drops of your favorite essential oils. Store in small tubes. Let the mixture cool to firm up.
9. You can apply a few drops of coconut oil on your skin as a skin moisturizer.
10. Make your own facial scrub. Mix baking soda with a few drops of coconut oil.
11. Restore the smoothness of your cracked heels by rubbing a few drops of coconut oil. Cover with heels with socks upon application.
12. Make natural deodorant by mixing 1 tablespoon coconut oil with 1 teaspoon Bentonite clay. Store in a small jar with a lid.
13. You can use coconut oil as a body lotion. Simply apply directly to your skin. It’s all-natural, unlike most of the commercially-available lotions.
14. Make your lotion bars which are ideal when traveling.
Coconut Oil Lotion Bar Recipe
- Place of glass bowl over a hot water bath (or use a double boiler).
- In the bowl, mix ½ cup shea butter and 5 tablespoons beeswax. Heat over low to medium setting.
- Once the beeswax melts, remove from heat before adding 2 tablespoons zin oxide, 1 teaspoon vitamin oil, and ¾ teaspoon essential oil of your choice.
- Pour soap mixture into a silicone mold. Put inside the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to cool.
- Pop-out of the mold and keep in airtight containers.
- 15. Mix coconut oil and baking soda and use the mixture as regular toothpaste. Coconut oil helps promote oral health and kills bacteria in the mouth.
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Additional Coconut Oil Uses For Skin
To relieve skin conditions
Recipe for Diaper Relief Cream
- Use a double boiler.
- Melt 1 ½ tablespoon cosmetic-grade beeswax pastilles and 4 tablespoons extra-virgin coconut oil. Melt beeswax over low heat.
- Remove from heat and add 10 drops of lavender essential oils.
- Transfer to small lip balm tins. Let it cool to firm up.
- This makes at least 3 ounces of cream.
31. Massage Coconut oil on your scalp to correct dry skin. Add in some tea tree essential oil to really help get rid of bacteria and prevent itchiness.
32. Make Baby wIpes using coconut oil. Use VERY soft Wash Cloths to use on your sweet baby’s skin and at least a dime-size amount of coconut oil.
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- The regular prices are cheaper than other large retailers
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- Great Customer Service
- They offer meat, frozen items, baby products, and more
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All-natural Baby Wipes Recipe
- In a glass spray bottle
- Add 1 tablespoon Sweet Almond Oil
- 1 teaspoon Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Liquid Castile Soap
- 1 ¼ cups distilled water
- 10 drops of Lavender essential oil.
- Cover the spray bottle and shake to mix well.
- Then scoop out some coconut oil onto your washcloth and spray the mixture on it and apply it to your precious baby.
Baby Wash Cloths
Household Uses
33. Clean your leather furniture with coconut oil. Apply oil onto your sofa (chair) and rub gently. Moisturize it and wipe off the excess to avoid streakiness.
- 34. Make a DIY wood polish: mix a few drops of coconut oil and ½ drops lemon juice. Use the mixture to polish furniture pieces.
- 35. Keep wooden chopping boards clean by applying coconut oil with a clean cotton cloth.
- 36. Use coconut oil to season your cast iron cookware. Rub a few drops of coconut oil in your cookware. Put in the oven at 250 degrees for at least one hour. Doing this helps set the oil in the pan making it work like a non-stick pan.
- 37. Fix squeaky door hinges by spraying coconut oil instead of the more expensive lubricant (oil).
- 38. Put a few drops of coconut oil to a clean cloth to clean the leaves of your indoor plants. This enhances plant leaves with a glossy look.
- 39. Clean car interiors with coconut oil and cotton cloth. Use it to clean dashboards, leather upholstery, and doors.
If you don’t like the idea of swallowing a spoonful of oil, you can get the health benefits with these capsules.
For Your Health
- 40. Soothe itchy skin and rashes with coconut oil. Massage the affected area and as mentioned above add in some tea tree oil.
My go-to cream for rashes, which could be used on babies also it is homeopathic and VERY natural. When I was pregnant with my kids, the ONLY thing that took away these killer rashes I got in my armpits was this Calendula Cream.
- 41. For faster healing of minor cuts and scrapes, apply some coconut oil on the affected area. Use this instead of vaseline, to begin healing naturally.
You can also use the Calendula Cream for cuts, scrapes, burns (even sunburns) to assist in taking away the sting. This will really compliment using the coconut oil, because the coconut oil can help moisturize and protect your skin from harmful fungus or bacteria.
42. Soothe Chapped Lips with Coconut Oil.
43. Increase your metabolism by taking one tablespoon of coconut oil per day by drinking it straight or adding it to a smoothie.
Another form of coconut oil is called MCT oil, it is the medium-chain triglycerides. Which if you have heard of the Keto diet, this a staple product in their diet.
MCT oil does come in a powder every once in a while, but it is mostly in a liquid oil form. It is used for brain fuel and fat burning most commonly but can provide some of the benefits of coconut oil.
This oil is a concentrated form of just a portion of the coconut. So if you want all these 50 uses for coconut oil, I suggest you have at least the coconut oil or both!
44. Fight Candida infections (yeast overgrowth) by taking 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut oil daily.
The studies show that patients improved in their orientation and language-construction areas.
46. Soothe and aid in healing mouth sores with coconut oil. To help clean your mouth, just add a tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth and swish it around.
This is also known as oil pulling and has many other dental hygiene benefits.
47. Coconut Oil is an effective treatment for head lice.
49. Use coconut oil for lube. It is an alternative to silicone without harming your genitals.
Fragrances and chemicals from conventional lubes can be endocrine disruptors and it can negatively affect your hormone levels.
50. Prevent Urinary Tract Infections by consuming one tablespoon daily.
You can also use an enema or apply it around the vaginal area. It can have a very soothing effect.
Bonuses:
51. Help soothe toothaches by mixing a drop of coconut oil and an equal amount of clove oil.
52. Ease symptoms of acid reflux by taking a teaspoon before meals.
53. For a Very Creamy Coconut Option, Coconut Butter is great for putting on toasts, or in smoothies. It is thicker than coconut oil and still has all of the healthy fats but with a less oily and more creamy texture.
Personally, I have used the coconut butter with some peanut butter on a high-fiber sandwich and it has been so healthy and creamy!
Unusual Uses for Coconut Oil
High Fat Burning MCT’s
MCT’s are medium-chain-triglycerides found in coconut oil and many other foods. They help burn fat, keep you in a ketogenic state and boost brain fuel. It improves digestion, works as a natural laxative (in higher amounts) and is VEGAN.
Coconut Oil Fighting COVID-19
Therefore since coconut oil has natural antiviral and antibacterial properties, studies have been done with the Coronavirus. Here is what I found being studied currently.
In conclusion
These benefits of coconut oil, as well as their uses, are plenty of reasons to buy yourself raw, organic, virgin coconut oil. Coconut oil benefits are obviously very extensive and this simple product and food can be so beneficial for your home, health, skin, and more.
References:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30068882/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28421789/
Originally posted 2020-01-07 21:33:21.
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