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Coconut oil and diabetes

Coconut oil has been used for many years as a natural approach to healing.  The Vitamin Shoppe in Honolulu sells an Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil which is cold-pressed, non-GMO, and even tastes delicious.  This coconut oil contains lauric acid not transfats.  Here is a list of some of the benefits.

1)  Diabetes:  Helps in controlling blood sugar which is vital for anyone with diabetes.

2)  Heart Disease:  Helps in preventing various heart problems including high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

3)  Immunity:  Helps build the immune system by fighting off viruses and bacteria.

4)  Digestion:  Coconut oil helps in improving the digestive system by preventing various stomach and digestion problems including irritable bowel syndrome.  The saturated fats present in coconut oil have anti-microbial properties, which aid in dealing with various bacteria, fungi, parasites, that usually cause indigestion.

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5)  Weight loss:  Assists in reducing weight since it contains short and medium-chain fatty acids.  It is also easy to digest and it helps in healthy functioning of the thyroid.

6)  Hair care:  It is an excellent conditioner and helps in re-growth of damaged hair.

7)  Skin care:  An effective moisturizer for all skin types.  It also delays wrinkles!

Any information provided is not medical advice and should not be substituted for consulting with your own physician.  These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.  Any products listed are not intended for use in treating, diagnosing, curing, or preventing any disease.

, Honolulu Diabetes Examiner

Julie is President of Diabetes Done Right, where she serves as a diabetes expert. She is the highly successful author ...

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