Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Nutrition Notes: Health Benefits of Coconut Oil

Coconut oil, in its natural, non-hydrogenated state, is an extremely healthy food.  This medium chain fatty acid is burned as energy, stimulates metabolism and supports healthy thyroid function. 40% of these fatty acids are in the form of lauric acid which boosts immunity and destroys harmful bacteria & viruses.   Coconut oil is also a rich source of caprylic acid which is anti-fungal, thus helping with candida yeast overgrowth. 

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