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Updated October 10th, 2019 at 21:30 IST

Virgin Coconut oil: All the benefits you can get from the super-food

Virgin Coconut oil: Extra virgin Coconut oil is made in a traditional process and extracted from organic coconuts. Here are the benefits of this miracle nut

Reported by: Kaushal Ladhad
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The coconut is one of the foods that is classified as a superfood. Extra virgin coconut oil is the purest form of the oil. It is extracted from organic coconuts in the traditional method of extracting coconut oil. Here are the benefits of the extra virgin coconut oil for your health. 

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Can aid Weight Loss

Extra virgin coconut oil can be an aid for your weight reduction. The oil could help you reduce weight as it has medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which increase your metabolic rate, indirectly helping you reduce weight. In a research study by an international biotech company, it was found that 15-30 grams of MCTs every day can increase energy expenditure by 5% in 24 hours. This indirectly helps you reduce weight. It also depends on the number of calories you are consuming.  

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Can kill harmful microorganisms and yeast infections.

Extra virgin coconut oil can kill harmful microorganisms and yeast infections in your body. 50% of the oil is composed of a fatty acid known as Lauric acid. When you consume and digest the Lauric acid, it forms a compound called monolaurin which helps kill harmful microbes. Consult a doctor before you use it as a home remedy.

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Can Protect Your Skin, Hair and Dental Health

Extra virgin coconut oil can protect your skin, hair, and dental health. Coconut oil has been used as a cosmetic product for a long time now. Applying the oil on your skin can moisturise your skin and also can help reduce symptoms of eczema. In a study by an international biotech company, it was found that applying the oil on your hair and scalp could help you reduce hair fall. It happens because the oil blocks up to 20% of the sun’s UV rays. You can use the oil to gargle or use it as a mouthwash. It is called oil pulling and it helps kill bad bacteria in your mouth and improve your dental health.

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Published October 10th, 2019 at 16:41 IST

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