Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Oil: Coconut Oil


Northville Prompt Weight Loss

You have probably at least heard of it – coconut oil is the latest in cure-it-all/prevent-it-all natural remedies.
According to many holistic practitioners, coconut oil aids in stress management, weight loss, dementia prevention, boosting the immune system and treating heart disease, among many other health benefits (some even claiming prevention of cancer and HIV).  You can use it topically or add it to your recipes, and that’ll be enough to open the doors to better health.
But not so fast!
There is just one little detail. Coconut oil, according to CTV News, is more than 90 percent saturated fat – that’s about 27 percent more than pure butter. What’s the big deal? Saturated fat consists of triglycerides and can increase the level of cholesterol in the blood – high cholesterol, in turn, increase risk for cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. However, supporters of coconut oil ... Read More
From Oli G
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