Friday, June 17, 2011

Coconut Oil

By Gene Fink


Coconut oil contains as much as 90% saturated fat. As its name implies, this oil is obtained from coconuts and is commonly used for cosmetics, baking ingredients and cooking oil. Coconut oil's largest exporter is the Philippines, and this country receives 7% of the total export income from this oil.

Coconut oil contains much of a fatty acid, and this oil is one of those more stable vegetable oils. Coconut oil is considered by many people to be healthy since it can improving metabolism and immunity.

But as there are various populations who consume coconut oil in large quantities and have lower rates for heart disease.

In addition to concerns surrounding the health effects, both good and bad, Coconut oil has been tested as a fuel, but has been faced with difficult obstacles due to its high melting point. Coconut oil is also used for hairstyling in India, while other individuals find it to be useful as a skin moisturizer. Coconut oil is believed to be both effective and safe when used in connection with skin care. And best of all, it is not believed to carry any adverse reactions to the skin. In fact, some users have actually reported improvements in specific skin conditions after using Coconut oil. Eczema is one of these, and it involves blister-like lesions. Eczema can be very painful, and the lesions can cause scars.

The information in this article is intended for informational purposes only. It should not be considered as any sort of medical or professional recommendation. Prior to beginning any treatment regimen, including that which consists of coconut oil, individuals are urged to consult with their physician and/or dermatologist for proper diagnosis and/or treatment recommendation.




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