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How Can Cold-Pressed Virgin Coconut Oil Make A Difference In Your Life?

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Dr. Arun KumarGeneral Physician • 9 Years Exp.MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
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Have you heard of coconut oil? We are sure you will instantly say yes as it is commonly used in our homes. But no matter how common it is, we know very little about its great health benefits.

Coconut oil – Exploring its multiple health benefits

It is the presence of plant-based Medium Chain Triglyceride (MCTs) in coconuts that makes it so good for health. Coconut oil is easily digestible because of these MCTs as they break down much more easily in our bodies. Also, the MCTs are turned into energy instantly and not stored as fats. Virgin cold pressed coconut oil is infact one of the richest sources of natural plant-based MCTs.

So why is Virgin Coconut Oil great for health?

It is the way in which the oil is extracted that gives virgin Coconut Oil an edge over any other oil. Virgin Cold-Pressed Coconut Oils are manufactured via cold pressing method. Given that no heat is used, it helps retain preserve vital nutrients of coconut and make it a 100% natural product.

4 things that make Virgin Coconut Oil a health superfood:

Let us have a look at what makes Cold Pressed Virgin Coconut Oil a healthy superfood:

Energy booster:

The MCTs in Virgin Coconut Oil directly quickly get absorbed in liver, where they are quickly converted into energy rather than getting stored in the body in the form of fats. Coconut Oil is one of the richest plant-based sources of MCTs with upto 60% MCTs. The high amount of MCTs in it make it a great source of energy for physically active individuals.

Aids digestion:

MCTs break down easily in our body and so they are easily digestible. This also in turn aids the digestive process to release energy faster. The higher the amount of MCTs in cold pressed virgin coconut oil makes it easy on the tummy.

Helps in weight management:

Are you looking at losing or managing your weight? Then Coconut Oil can be the perfect partner in this journey. The MCTs don’t get stored in the body as fat, and quickly turn into energy, thereby accelerating your body’s metabolism. When your body’s metabolism is high and there is no storage of fats, it helps in better weight management.

Supports memory functions:

MCTs metabolise faster and break down into ketones. These ketones activate key molecules in the brain and support cognitive functioning. This has been found to be beneficial especially in Alzheimer’s patients.

The many benefits of Coconut Oil to make it ideal for you- no matter what your age or activity type.

It can be consumed as you like it – either directly or for cooking - as it's smoking point is high.

If you have not included Cold Pressed Virgin Coconut Oil in your diet yet, it is time you give it a try and see the difference it can make to your daily life.

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