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Well hello there my friends. Today's food post is looking a little different mainly because I wanted to share the magic that is coconut {my current food obsession}! Anyway lately I've been adding coconut oil to everything! Being a vegan-celiac disease-lactose intolerant-corn allergic card carrying carrier {Ha!} I'm always trying to mix things up in the kitchen. Anywhoos, not only is coconut really refreshing to drink, it has great benefits for your health as well as so many great uses. So take a peek below and revel in all of the coco yumminess.
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The health benefits of coconut oil
Studies have show that intake of coconut oil can help our bodies
mount resistance to both viruses and bacteria that can cause illness.
Even more, it also can help to fight off yeast, fungus and candida.
Coconut oil can also positively affect our hormones for thyroid and
blood-sugar control. People who take coconut oil also tend to have
improvements in how they handle blood sugar since coconut can help
improve insulin use within the body. Coconut oil can boost thyroid
function helping to increase metabolism, energy and endurance. It
increases digestion and helps to absorb fat-soluble vitamins. [1]
Coconut oil is good for your skin and hair
Coconut oil is a wonderful moisturizer for skin and hair. It
has good amounts of the antioxidant vitamin E, which is very protective.
If you are using on the skin regularly, it is best to try to find an
organic coconut oil, to reduce the absorption of toxins and pesticides
through your skin. [2]
How can I use coconut oil?
Coconut oil works in both baked goods like zucchini and banana bread
and with vegetables. It is especially tasteful when paired with bitter
greens like kale. You can use it as part of the onion and garlic sauté,
where it offers a surprisingly different and pleasant full-bodied taste.
It is also a wonderful addition to oatmeal to make it even creamier,
while staying healthy. Coconut oil can withstand the heat – making it a better cooking option. [3]
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Ingredients
1 handful of blueberries
1 handful of blackberries
1 handful of raspberries
1 handful of strawberries
1/2 of a banana
2 tbsp of coconut oil
1 tbsp flax seeds
1 tbsp of (organic) almond butter
1/2 cup of (organic) coconut water
1 cup of (organic) spinach
Recipe
1. Toss in all of the fruit into a bowl and wash thoroughly.
2. Put in all of the ingredients into a blender until they're mixed well together...and boom! Done! Enjoy!! {wow that's a lot of !!! marks!} P.s. I'm enamored with { } symbols...what are they called?
+ 21 Miraculous Uses For Coconut Oil
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+ A Great DIY Coconut Oil Hair Mask
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