Coconut - Health Benefits

Coconut - Health Benefits

Published studies in medical journals show that coconut, in one form or another may provide a wide range of health benefits. Some of these are summarized below:

1. Kills bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, gum disease and cavities, pneumonia, and gonorrhea, and other diseases.

2. Kills fungi and yeasts that cause candidiasis, ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash, and other infections.

3. Expels or kills tapeworms, lice, giardia, and other parasites.

4. Boosts energy and endurance, enhancing physical and athletic performance.

5. Improves digestion and absorption of other nutrients including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.

6. Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.

7. Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems of the body.

8. Reduces symptoms associated with pancreatitis.

9. Helps relieve symptoms and reduce health risks associated with diabetes.

10. Reduces problems associated with malabsorption syndrome and cystic fibrosis.

11. Improves calcium and magnesium absorption and supports the development of strong bones and teeth.

12. Helps protect against osteoporosis.

13. Helps relieve symptoms associated with gallbladder disease.

14. Relieves symptoms associated with Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and stomach ulcers.

15. Improves digestion and bowel function.

16. Supports tissue healing and repair.

17. Supports and aids immune system function.

18. Is heart healthy; improves cholesterol ratio reducing risk of heart disease.

19. Protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis and thus protects against heart disease.

20. Helps prevent periodontal disease and tooth decay.

21. Helps to protect the body from harmful free radicals that promote premature aging and degenerative disease.

22. Does not deplete the body's antioxidant reserves like other oils do.

23. Improves utilization of essential fatty acids and protects them from oxidation.

24. Helps relieve symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome.

25. Relieves symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement).

26. Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder infections.

27. Helps prevent liver disease.

28. Is lower in calories than all other fats.

29. Supports thyroid function.

30. Promotes loss of excess weight by increasing metabolic rate.

31. Reduces symptoms associated the psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis.

32. Supports the natural chemical balance of the skin.

33. Promotes healthy looking hair and complexion.

34. Does not form harmful by-products when heated to normal cooking temperature like other vegetable oils do.

35. Is completely non-toxic to humans.