We at MyNurish are incredibly excited to begin offering Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. We believe it is an amazing addition to our product mix because when it comes to ‘nutrition you can feel’, coconut oil is one of the most incredibly restorative superfoods that assists you in feeling like a superhero.
But like many healthy products purchased, unless you know how to utilize it in your everyday life, it will just sit in your pantry gather dust. Because there are so many incredible benefits for coconut oil, and due to our obsession with utilizing it in so many ways we wanted to provide you with a list to top all lists. We recommend printing this puppy out and taping it to your fridge.
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40 Life Changing Uses for Coconut Oil
- Since coconut oil has a very high smoke point, it is fabulous to use in stir-fry’s. Reserve your Extra Virgin Olive Oil for salad dressings!
- You can also bake with it! Use it as a dairy free replacement in delicious cookies.
- People swear by it as a diaper cream.
- Make your own natural toothpaste! Click here to view health benefits and a simple recipe.
- While you’re at it, swish it in your mouth for whiter teeth. It’s called oil puling and is a natural way to have glistening pearly whites.
Reduce age spots and sun spots by using as a nightly moisturizer.- Effective way to remove ear wax (Warm coconut oil in the microwave for a few seconds, drip oil into your ear, letting it sit for 10 minutes, and rinse.
- Add a spoonful to a smoothie for an immediate energizer
- Work it in as a creamer in coffee. This was made famous by the Bulletproof Diet in which they recommend adding coconut oil and ghee to your morning cup of joe.
- The best lotion out there. Slather onto dry skin and watch as you become baby smooth.
- You can use it to make homemade deodorant, free of chemicals. Check out this simple recipe.
- Many studies show that medium chain triglycerides (found in coconut oil) can boost metabolism, in one study increasing energy expenditure by 120 calories per day.
- Perfect eye makeup remover! Even wipes away the most hard to get off waterproof mascara.
- When mixed with apple cider vinegar, it’s the best way to get rid of lice. Read more here.
- Get rid of yeast infections or candida. Among the most potent natural yeast-fighting substances are lauric acid and caprylic acid, both derived from coconut oil.
- Use it to give your honey a back massage!
- Nothing beats a coconut oil hair mask. Simply apply to dry hair, leave on 15+ minutes, rinse, and feel that silky smooth.
- Did you know coconut oil can act as a sunscreen? Yup. For more info, read this.
- Mix with sugar for an incredibly body scrub in the shower.
- Many commercial lip balms are made with refined vegetable oils, that can actually irritate your skin. Instead use organic coconut oil.
- Assists sooth psoriasis or eczema
- Increases the absorption of calcium and magnesium
- Eating coconut oil will improve your cholesterol values and reduce your risk of heart disease
- Can assist in increased brain function. Dr. Newport, brain health expert, fervently declares that her husband has shown clear improvement in his dementia with regular use of coconut oil. Read more here.
- Can help reduce appearance of varicose veins and cellulite.
- Alleviate allergy symptoms by rubbing some on the inside of your nose.
- Nursing moms often take 3-4 tablespoons a day (and Vitamin D) to increase milk supply and nutrients
- Soothes itchy skin from chicken pox or poison ivy
- In the 2009 journal Diabetes showed that mice fed coconut oil had less insulin resistance (their insulin worked better), assisting in the management of Diabetes
- Makes a natural and effective bug repellent. In doing so you will avoid exposing your skin and respiratory system to harsh, toxic chemicals from harsh bug sprays.
- Wonderful for pets to improve their digestion, energy levels, and smoothness of their coat. Read more here.
- Use as a natural shave cream and after shave lotion.
- It’s anti-inflammatory properties can help lessen arthritis and overall body pain.
- Can help resolve acne when used regularly. Create a nourishing mask with 5 tablespoons of fresh aloe juice, 2 teaspoons of honey, 2 tablespoons of coconut oil.
- By improving hair cuticle and scalp health, coconut oil can actually repair damaged hair and assist in growth.
- Heat with garlic cloves to speed up healing of ear infections.
- Although we’ve been incorrectly taught that ‘fat makes you fat’, coconut oil is an incredibly effective weight loss tool.
- Check out this study which states that Virgin Coconut Oil is more effective than drugs in combating stress and depression
- Assists in the balancing of hormones and reducing hot flashes for women suffering from menopause symptoms.
- Spread on your cuticles to speed up nail growth