Saturday, April 18, 2009

Replace Those Other Oils in Your Kitchen

Here's the Smarter Oil Alternative I Recommend to Replace Those Other Oils in Your Kitchen



If you search Mercola.com, you'll see a number of articles detailing the near-miraculous benefits of coconut oil, supported by numerous research studies.

In fact, Mercola.com has long been at the forefront in recommending pure coconut oil as the smartest oil you can use in cooking.

I have profiled and even offered some very good brands of coconut oil in the past. Because I believe that it is so beneficial for you, I have been dedicated to staying on top of current coconut oil research. I want to make sure you have peace of mind, knowing I'm recommending and offering you the absolute best coconut oil that exists.

That's why I'm excited to make available to you a product that I personally feel is superior to all other leading brands: Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil.A recent survey that we conducted showed customers raving about this product, and they prefer it hands down ,over any other oils. (You'll see why shortly.)

But first, to understand how a fat can help you with your overall health, and even your weight loss program, you first need to take a little trip with me.

So let's drift back in time, well over 50 years ago...

World War II is Long Over -- You Can Have Your Coconut Oil Again!

During World War II, the Japanese military occupied the Philippines and other South Pacific islands, where bloody battles were being fought.

The once-plentiful supply of coconut oil was effectively cut off from the United States.

Although coconut oil had been popular both as a cooking oil and ingredient in numerous food products, the occupation continued to interrupt the supply for several long years as the war slowly dragged on.

Enter good old American ingenuity (in this case, not so good for your health).

Manufacturers began to develop alternative sources of cooking oils, and the polyunsaturated oils phase was born. By the time the war was over, there was a lot of money at stake in the promotion of these polyunsaturated vegetable oils.

By the end of the 1950's, public opinion had turned totally against saturated fats like butter (and coconut oil). Saturated fats were blamed for raising cholesterol, and cholesterol was now viewed as the evil enemy, the culprit responsible for the steep rise in heart disease.

Butter, eggs and coconut oil were out.

The new vegetable oils were in... and erroneously touted as "heart-healthy."

Coconut oil continued to be demonized by the vegetable oil industry throughout the ensuing decades. Adding insult to injury, the soybean industry began to condemn the use of tropical oils, particularly coconut oil.

And I'm sure you realize the reason why -- competition... and millions and millions of dollars.

Unfortunately, the tropical oil industry, centered in poorer nations like the Philippines and Indonesia, could not afford to counter the negative propaganda spread by rich American industrial conglomerates.

Science and good health took a back seat to profits, as they have on more than one occasion...

The Hidden Truth About Coconut Oil

The truth about coconut oil is obvious to anyone who has studied the health of those who live in traditional tropical cultures, where coconut has been a nutritious diet staple for thousands of years.



Those living in tropical populations who follow traditional diets high in coconut oil and coconut products enjoy overall good health.
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Back in the 1930's, a dentist named Dr. Weston Price traveled throughout the South Pacific, examining traditional diets and their effect on dental and overall health. He found that those eating diets high in coconut products were healthy and trim, despite the high fat concentration in their diet.

Similarly, in 1981, researchers studied populations of two Polynesian atolls. Coconut was the chief source of caloric energy in both groups. The results, published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, demonstrated that both populations exhibited positive vascular health. There was no evidence that the high saturated fat intake had a harmful effect in these populations.

Coconut Oil -- Your Smart Alternative to Those Other Oils

So, now that you have heard the history behind coconut oil's unfortunate "fall from grace", you should also know today's good news: coconut oil is finally beginning to get the respect it deserves as a smart alternative to other oils.

The many benefits of coconut oil are finally reaching the mainstream.

Benefits like:

Promoting your heart health
Promoting weight loss when and if you need it
Supporting your immune system health
Supporting a healthy metabolism
Providing you with an immediate energy source
Helping to keep your skin healthy and youthful looking
Supporting the proper functioning of your thyroid gland
Plus, our recent Mercola.com survey discovered that users of Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil:

Gained peace of mind knowing they were making the smartest oil choice
Loved the taste and the enhanced flavor added to their food
Embraced the improvement made to their skin when used as a lotion
With all of these fantastic perks from pure coconut oil, it probably won't surprise you to...

Peek Inside My Pantry to See the Only Oil I Cook With

I must confess...

"Coconut oil is transforming my health! Not only am I losing weight, but my skin, hair (damaged with spit ends), and nails (soft and brittle) are healthier. And it didn't take that long. I just put the coconut oil in fruit smoothies in the morning. Imagine what health improvements my body would have if I (and I will) increase my coconut oil intake to cooking with it!

"Also, my biggest health success with coconut oil has been the support it gives to my immune system. I feel less fatigued, I'm sleeping less, and feeling great! Thank you, Dr. Mercola! Bravo!"


-- J Newman from Monterey, CA
If you could peek inside my pantry, you would find two oils that I use in food preparation.

The first, extra-virgin olive oil, is a better monounsaturated fat. It works great as a salad dressing.

However, it is not the best oil to cook with. Due to its chemical structure, cooking makes it susceptible to oxidative damage.

And polyunsaturated fats, which include common vegetable oils such as corn, soy, safflower, sunflower and canola, are absolutely the worst oils to use in cooking. These omega-6 oils are highly susceptible to heat damage because of all the double bonds they have.

I strongly urge you to throw out those omega-6 vegetable oils in your cabinets. Why?

Reason #1: Most people believe that frying creates trans fats. That is not the major problem, in my opinion. Although some are created, they are relatively minor. There are FAR more toxic chemicals produced by frying omega-6 oils than trans fats.

Frying destroys the antioxidants in oils and as such oxidizes the oils. This causes cross-linking, cyclization, double-bond shifts, fragmentation and polymerization of oils that cause far more damage than trans fats.

Reason #2: They contribute to the overabundance of omega-6 fats in your diet, and the imbalance of the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio. As you know from my extensive writing on this subject, I believe that excessive consumption of omega-6 fats contributes to many health concerns.

There is only one oil that is stable enough to resist heat-induced damage, while it also helps you promote heart health, maintain normal cholesterol levels and even supports weight loss -- coconut oil.

So, whenever you need an oil to cook with, use coconut oil instead of butter, olive oil, vegetable oil, margarine, or any other type of oil called for in recipes. Even though I don't fully recommend frying foods, if you must fry, by all means use coconut oil -- it's your smartest choice.

Curiously, coconut oil contains the most saturated fat of all edible oils. We continue to be inundated by media portrayals of saturated fats as dangerous, but now you know better. And now you should have more peace of mind, knowing that you're making the right choice by using great-tasting Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil.

Coconut Oil Is Not Just For Cooking & Eating -- Your Skin Likes It, Too!

The benefits of Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil don't stop in your kitchen. For decades, professional massage therapists have used pure coconut oil to knead away tight stressed muscles.

Several months ago I took Dr. Mercola's advice and started using coconut oil on my skin. It has done wonders for me! A few weeks ago my husband and I celebrated our 7th wedding anniversary, and drove to my friend's place of business to have her re-bless our marriage (she married us 7 years ago). When we walked into her business, she immediately recognized my husband, but didn't recognize me! In fact, she told me later that she wondered who the younger woman was with my husband!!!! -- that's so funny, considering my friend and I have known each other since 1980! Just thought I would share.


-- Annie Flanders, Snohomish WA
However, you don't have to be a professional massage therapist to gain the skin and tissue support benefits of coconut oil. Feel free to use this high-quality coconut oil as you would any lotion.

Coconut oil is ideal for skin care. It helps protect your skin from the aging effects of free radicals, and can help improve the appearance of skin with its anti-aging benefits.

In fact, physiologist and biochemist Ray Peat, Ph.D. considers coconut oil to be an antioxidant, due to its stability and resistance to oxidation and free radical formation. Plus, he feels it reduces our need for the antioxidant protection of vitamin E.

Like Dr. Peat, many experts believe coconut oil may help restore more youthful-looking skin. When coconut oil is absorbed into the skin and connective tissues, it helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by helping to keep connective tissues strong and supple.

Coconut oil will not only bring temporary benefits to the skin, but it will aid in restoring your skin's youthful appearance. The coconut oil will aid in exfoliating the outer layer of dead skin cells, making the skin smoother. It also penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin to strengthen the underlying tissues.

Responders to the Mercola.com survey provided remarkable feedback on how Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil supported healthy skin, including:

Smoothing and moisturizing effects
Promoted skin elasticity
Convenient eye make-up remover
Use in shaving applications
Surprise! Coconut Oil Is Also Good For Your Heart...

FACT: Heart disease is the #1 cause of death in the U.S. And heart disease is often a silent killer. The first sign of cardiovascular disease is commonly a heart attack, and sadly, over one third of heart attacks are fatal.

And despite the propaganda, the truth is this: it is UNSATURATED fats that are primarily involved in heart disease, not the saturated fats, as you have been led to believe. As you saw earlier, countries that subsist on a coconut-based diet appear to enjoy good heart health.



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The U.S. Department of Health and the FDA estimate that artificially hydrogenated trans-fats -- the type found in fast food, processed foods and your favorite pastries -- are ultimately responsible for a huge number of fatal heart attacks every year. These dangerous unsaturated fats are the ones you should ban from your diet, not naturally pure coconut oil, which is a better alternative because it contains very few fats with highly perishable double bonds -- and also has NO TRANS-FATS.

Plus, those commonly-used polyunsaturated fats encourage the formation of blood clots by increasing platelet stickiness. Coconut oil helps to promote normal platelet function.

A Fat Is A Fat... Or Is It?

All fats are not equal.

And just so we're clear, the terms "fats" and "oils" are often used interchangeably, but fat is more correctly considered solid at room temperature, while oils are liquid. But what's really important is the structure.

The unique health benefits of coconut oil are directly related to its chemical structure, or more precisely, the length of its fatty acid chains.

Coconut oil is comprised of medium-chain fatty acids (MCFAs), also called medium-chain triglycerides or MCTs.

Coconut oil is nature's richest source of these healthy MCFAs.

By contrast, most common vegetable or seed oils are comprised of long chain fatty acids (LCFAs), also known as long-chain triglycerides or LCTs.

There are several reasons to explain why these long-chain fatty acids are not as healthy for you as the MCFAs in coconut oil:

LCFAs are difficult for the body to break down -- they must be packaged with lipoproteins or carrier proteins and require special enzymes for digestion.
LCFAs put more strain on the pancreas, the liver and the entire digestive system.
LCFAs are predominantly stored in the body as fat. (That's why most people buy into the myth that fats are automatically "fattening".)
LCFAs can be deposited within arteries in lipid forms such as cholesterol.
On the other hand, however, the MCFAs in coconut oil are more health-promoting, because:

MCFAs are smaller. They permeate cell membranes easily, and do not require lipoproteins or special enzymes to be utilized effectively by your body.
MCFAs are easily digested, thus putting less strain on your digestive system. This is especially important for those of you with digestive or metabolic concerns.
MCFAs are sent directly to your liver, where they are immediately converted into energy rather than being stored as fat.
MCFAs in coconut oil can actually help stimulate your body's metabolism, leading to weight loss.
Coconut Oil Is the Dieter's Best Friend

If you live in the United States, you have a 55% chance of being overweight.

And, by now, I'm sure you're aware that obesity affects your quality of life and is linked to many health concerns.

One of the best benefits of coconut oil lies in its ability to help stimulate your metabolism.

Back in the 1940s, farmers found out about this effect by accident when they tried using inexpensive coconut oil to fatten their livestock.



Outside of mother's milk, pure coconut oil is nature's most plentiful source of lauric acid.
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It didn't work!

Instead, coconut oil made the animals lean, active and hungry.

Now, I'm certainly not comparing you to a farm animal...

However, many animal and human research studies have demonstrated that replacing LCFAs with MCFAs results in both decreased body weight and reduced fat deposition.

So, by changing the fats in your diet from the unsaturated long-chain fatty acids found in vegetable or seed oils to the MCFAs in coconut oil, along with following an exercise plan, you may find yourself gradually losing those unnecessary pounds.
The reasons are simple:

The long-chain fats nearly always go to fat storage, while the MCFAs are burned for energy
Since coconut oil helps to stimulate your metabolism, you may burn more calories each day, helping to accelerate weight loss (and probably your activity and energy level, too)
Mercola.com survey respondents provided many examples of how coconut oil got them started optimizing their weight. Here are a few excerpts:

"I lost about 24 pounds in 6-8 weeks"
"I wasn't really overweight to begin with but I have lost some of my excess belly fat"
"In conjunction with exercise and eliminating most starches from my diet, I have lost 45 pounds over the past 5 months"
"I have been losing weight and body fat"
"Besides the good taste, my weight seems to have stabilized"
Coconut oil has often been compared to carbohydrates in its ability to be "burned" for energy. However, since insulin is not involved in the process of digesting the MCFAs in coconut oil, you won't get those carb-related spikes in your blood sugar level. This is especially good news for those of you concerned about maintaining normal blood sugar levels.

In fact, the ability of MCFAs to be easily digested, to help stimulate the metabolism and be turned into energy has entered the sports arena. Several studies have now shown that MCFAs enhance physical or athletic performance.

Additionally, research has demonstrated that, due to its metabolic effect, coconut oil increases the activity of the thyroid. And you've probably heard that a sluggish thyroid is one reason why some people are unable to lose weight, no matter what they do.

Besides weight loss, there are other advantages to boosting your metabolic rate. Your healing process accelerates. Cell regeneration increases to replace old cells, and your immune system functions better overall.

Coconut Oil's Natural "Miracle" Ingredient: Lauric Acid

Yes, it's true.

Nature still has a few miracles up her sleeve.

You've probably heard that breast milk is jam-packed with nutrients and disease-fighting ingredients that help keep babies healthy.

Well, incredibly, coconut oil contains one of the same compounds -- lauric acid -- found in mother's milk! And lauric acid is the predominant type of MCFA found in coconut oil.

Fortunately for our health, lauric acid in both breast milk and coconut oil transforms when consumed into a substance called monolaurin, the actual compound responsible for helping to strengthen the immune system.

Skeptical? So were a lot of scientists, who've proceeded to test the heck out of this substance.

In fact, a great volume of research has been done establishing the ability of lauric acid to enhance immunity.

What researchers found was that this medium-chain fatty acid derivative actually disrupts the lipid (or fatty) membranes of the offending organisms.

The lauric acid in coconut oil is one effortless way to help strengthen your immune system.

And, unlike the usual lauric acid content of 42-49% in many coconut oil brands, Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil contains a whopping 57% of lauric acid.

If all this wasn't enough, coconut oil has even more tricks up its sleeve.

Why You Must Be Choosy About Your Brand of Coconut Oil

As you may know, there is a very wide variety in coconut oil due to factors such as the manufacturing process used to make the oil, the age and type of coconuts, and other issues that impact the quality, effectiveness and healthiness of your coconut oil.

Meeting such high standards is no small feat, but you should not settle for anything less if you want to experience all the health benefits of coconut oil. (If you are currently using or considering another brand, please make sure it meets the requirements below.)

The only reason Mercola.com is now offering Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is that we made sure that it meets all these requirements of a better coconut oil, including:

Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
Certified organic by USDA standards
No refining
No chemicals added (including hexane)
No bleaching
No deodorization
No hydrogenation
Made from traditional coconut palms only, no hybrid or genetically modified (GMO) varieties
Made from fresh coconuts, not the dried "copra" used in cheap oils
Made without heat processing


Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is made from fresh coconuts -- opened less than 48 hours after they are picked from the trees. These coconuts are grown and processed organically, without potentially harmful fertilizers, additives or chemical solvents.



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In contrast, most commercial coconut oils are made from copra, the dried up meat from coconuts. Using the cheaper copra-grade coconut means that the oil extracted may not be sanitary, and, in my opinion, it is not suitable for human consumption.

It must not be refined or purified. In fact, this type of inferior coconut oil is called RBD -- refined, bleached and deodorized.

Mass-producing coconut oil in this manner typically uses nutrient-removing heat, chemical solvents, bleaching agents and sometimes even hydrogenating processes, which can create trans fats.

Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is made without heat processing. The fresh coconuts are first cold pressed to make a coconut emulsion. After being chilled to help pull out the oils, the milk goes through a centrifuge, where the pure oil spins away from the water layer. This results in a pure and natural, organic, unrefined and highly stable coconut oil.

Additionally, blindfolded taste tests confirm this coconut oil to have a fresh and mild, light coconut flavor -- and to consistently beat out other brands in taste. And of course, laboratory analysis continues to confirm the high quality of this extra virgin coconut oil.

Even More Reasons to Replace Those Other Oils With Extra Virgin Coconut Oil

The use of coconut oil is one of the smartest dietary measures I recommend.

The medium-chain fats in coconut oil are considered so nutritious that they have been used in baby formulas, and in hospitals to feed the critically ill, those on tube feeding, and those with digestive problems.

Coconut oil is exceptionally helpful for pregnant women, nursing moms, the elderly, those concerned about digestive health, athletes (even weekend warriors), and those of you who just want to enhance your overall health.

No guilt. No cholesterol. No trans-fats. No downside. Only your peace of mind.

The light, non-greasy taste of Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is so delicious, you'll want to use it nearly every time you cook. Just to get you started, here are a few things you can do with your coconut oil:

Whenever you fry, stir-fry or sauté veggies, eggs, poultry, fish or whatever, use coconut oil for a health-conscious light flavor
Toss some coconut oil into your smoothies or juiced drinks for a burst of lauric acid
Make your own mayonnaise with coconut oil
Use it on your salads for a tropical flair
Try it on popcorn instead of butter
NOW Is the Best Time to Order Your Own Extra Virgin Coconut Oil!

"I have been using the virgin coconut oil for 3 years now in all of my cooking and it is just wonderful!! I love how it cooks and the nice flavor it adds to all food. Since using the coconut oil and the health/life suggestions, I have felt better than ever.

"I credit all the healthful tips and my healthy lifestyle to having a great pregnancy and birth experience during the past year. I have shared the benefits of the coconut oil to my whole family, friends, and coworkers. They are now all users of the coconut oil!!"


-- Sharon Hughes from Seattle, WA
I cannot stress enough how powerfully beneficial this oil is. After reading this far, now you too can see why coconut oil is causing such a sensation among health-conscious individuals everywhere. And why our survey respondents raved about how it gave them peace of mind knowing they were making the smartest oil choice.

Today you have the opportunity to try it for yourself. Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is now available on Mercola.com in several convenient sizes:

Pint size (16 ounce)
Quart Size (32 ounce)
Gallon Size (128 ounce)
At one tablespoon per serving, the pint size will yield 32 servings, the quart size 64 servings, and the economical gallon size will yield a whopping 256 servings!

To obtain the full range of coconut oil's health and weight loss benefits, 3 to 3 ½ tablespoons per day of Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is the amount recommended for adults.

Due to its exceptional stability, this coconut oil has a long shelf life of two or more years (the longest of any oil), and does not have to be refrigerated. Coconut oil should be stored out of direct sunlight, however.

Need another incentive? How about a super low price... Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil goes for just $17.45 for the 16 ounce size, $24.45 for the 32 ounce size, and $65.45 for the one gallon size -- even less than we have been selling coconut oil for in the past.

I honestly believe you're going to love your Fresh Shores Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, just like I do! So please, before you cook with oil again, don't pass up this ridiculously affordable way to help enhance your health by making one simple change to your diet. This is the right choice. Order yours today.

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Wednesday, April 15, 2009

How to Use Virgin Coconut Oil

How to Use Virgin Coconut Oil

Just like the tree where it came from, virgin coconut oil is remarkable by the myriad of ways it can be use. Every drop of virgin coconut oil is truly worth it.

· Cook with it. Fry or roast your foods with it. In recipes that need butter, margarine and other vegetable oils, virgin coconut oil is a good alternative.

· Eat it. Include it in your daily diet. Roast potatoes and other vegetable oils with coconut oil. Make your porridge healthier and tastier by adding a few drops of virgin coconut oil. You can include it in rice, pasta, or as a delicious spread for breads or crackers. There are actually a lot of tasty recipes you can make using virgin coconut oil. You can also choose to just eat it by the spoonful.

· Drink it. Add it to your favorite beverages like tea and coffee. It also goes well with shakes and smoothies. Or you can simply mix the oil with hot water and drink it.

· Apply it. Virgin coconut oil makes an excellent skin moisturizer and hair conditioner. Massage it in your skin as a lotion. Apply it on your scalp and wash with shampoo after 30 minutes. You can also leave it overnight and rinse in the morning.

· Use it as a vitamin. Strengthen your body and stay fit naturally. Regular consumption of virgin coconut oil is guaranteed to keep your health in tip-top state. It will improve your immune system, and increase your energy among others.

· Use it as a medicine. Virgin coconut oil can be used to heal a lot of diseases from common to chronic. It is the wonder drug in the form of oil.

· Other uses. Virgin coconut oil is versatile. Apply coconut oil mix with peppermint oil on skin for an effective insect repellant. It can also be used to heal animal wounds. Add it to dog’s food to cure epilepsy. Researchers say that coconut oil can even be used as a biodiesel engine fuel.

Reminders:

Never use the microwave in heating coconut oil. If you want it warm, soak the bottle in a pan of hot water.

There is no need to refrigerate virgin coconut oil as it has a long shelf life.

Virgin coconut oil becomes solid when added in cold foods. It is therefore not suggested to be used as a dressing for cold salads.

Virgin coconut oil in solid form makes a delicious sandwich spread. People from areas of warmer climates (where it is liquid most of the time) can refrigerate it.

The Virgin Coconut Oil of Youth (Fight Aging Effortlessly)

The Virgin Coconut Oil of Youth (Fight Aging Effortlessly)



Aging is inevitable. Something we all can’t escape. But who wants to grow old? Everybody wants to preserve their youthful vigor and stay young forever. There is absolutely nothing wrong with that. Aging is all in the mind. And virgin coconut oil is here to let you defy the laws of nature and reverse the passing of time.

The reason why a lot of people dread old age is the fact that it is associated with a lot of unpleasant things like failing health, memory loss and wrinkles. For some, it can be a very inconvenient and miserable phase. To grow old gracefully, start making necessary changes in your lifestyle now

Why do You Grow Old?

Free radicals are the culprit These are highly reactive molecules missing an electron. In an effort to achieve stability, they steal electrons from other molecules causing other molecules to become free radicals. It produces a chain reaction that affects thousands of molecules. Free radicals attack the cells and this may lead to cell mutation and death. Some researchers consider it as the main cause of aging. A lot of diseases are also associated with free radicals. To prevent aging and sickness, free radicals should not be permitted to enter our body. This however is impossible as it is produced as a part of a normal cellular respiration. Pollutants and other environmental toxins also cause free radicals.

Load Your Body with Antioxidants.


Antioxidant is you body’s natural defense against free radicals. It can stop the chain reaction of free radicals. The amount of antioxidants inside your body depends upon the nutrients we consume. However, antioxidants can also be applied on skin to prevent sagging and unsightly wrinkles. If you are already experiencing signs of aging on your skin, chances are the same free radical damage is happening inside your body.

To prevent premature aging, eat foods rich with vitamins C and E and of course use virgin coconut oil regularly. This will slow down the aging process and will keep you looking and feeling young all over.

Don’t let the years show on your face. Make your retirement years worthwhile and fulfilling. Use virgin coconut oil

Essential Facts-Uses of Virgin Coconut Oil Around the World

Essential Facts
Uses of Virgin Coconut Oil Around the World

History will tell us that coconut oil is being used for thousand of years. A lot of documented accounts will prove that it is widely used as a source of food and medicine by people of diverse cultures around the globe.

Some examples are listed below:

· India- Coconut oil is an important part of Ayurvedic medicine, an "alternative" medical practice that is said to be 5000 years old. This method of healing claims to be the traditional medicine of India.

· Panama-Inhabitants of this region drink a glass of coconut oil to protect themselves from illness. Consuming coconut oil is also believed to speed recovery from sickness.

· Jamaica-Coconut oil is used as a health tonic regarded to be beneficial for the heart. It is usually the first medicine to be given in whatever type of illness.

· Nigeria, Somalia, Ethiopia- An oil that is very similar to coconut oil (palm kernel oil) is the most popular traditional remedy. The oil can provide relief and cure from almost all kinds of illnesses.

· Samoa- Native healers of Samoan island use coconut oil as a remedy for sickness and injury. Samoan mothers on the other hand massaged their children’s whole body with coconut oil. The child will have strong bones and healthy skin free from infections and blemishes. The soft spot in the infants head is gently massaged with a few drops of coconut oil, believed to prevent illness. Teething babies are also massaged with coconut oil to ease pain.

· Thailand, Sri Lanka- Coconut oil is the main oil used in cooking. Coconut milk and cream makes up most of their diet. The oil is commonly used as cosmetics and medicine.

· Central and South America- In the coastal jungles of this region, traditional healers use coconut oil to nourish the ill back to health. It is used as food and medicine.

· Philippines- Putting coconut oil on hair keeps it shiny, thick and black even in old age. It can also speed the healing of burns, cuts, bruises, and broken bones. It is massaged into aching joints and muscles.

· Zanzibar-Coconut oil is not only used for candle making, it also serves as a diesel fuel and provides lighting.

· Indonesia-Women apply coconut oil on their hair and body to keep their hair and skin healthy. It is also used for cooking purposes.

Improve your Immune System with Virgin Coconut Oil

Improve your Immune System with Virgin Coconut Oil



Your officemate sneezes and immediately you are down with the flu. Your allergy to dust, pets, and seafoods limits your actions and interfere with your activities. These are signs that you have a weak immune system. Your body doesn’t need to suffer from all these hassles. Protect yourself with virgin coconut oil!

The world hasn’t changed much. Prevention is still the best cure to stay healthy. But with the pollution getting worse and as the standard of living deteriorates, it seems to be getting more difficult.

Let’s face it; we are living in a very imperfect world. Everyday, we are exposed to thousands, even millions of germs, all set to be a nuisance in your daily activities. Having a weak immune system is like offering yourself to the attacks of these unseen bullies. It can do much more than keep you ill and uncomfortable. Frequent sickness can ruin your career and keep you from enjoying life to the fullest.

A Powerful Shield

The MCFA’s of virgin coconut oil is remarkable for its antimicrobial properties that kill harmful viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. This was discovered in 1966 by Jon Kabara Ph.D. in his effort to solve food preparation problems. When MCFA’s are digested, they are broken down into monoglycerides and free fatty acids. Coconut oil by itself cannot destroy disease-causing organisms. To activate antimicrobial properties, it needs to be digested first.

Important medium chain fatty acids present in coconut oil that possess antimicrobial characteristics are Lauric Acid, Capric acid, and Caprylic acid. Their monoglyceride form, monolaurin, monocaprylin, and monocaprin also hinder microbes from terrorizing the immune system. Individually, these fatty acids attack microbes differently. Some may be effective at killing a particular organism that cause fungus infections but is less effective in killing other microbes. However, their united activity will provide your body with a very powerful shield against diseases. Monolaurin (monoglyceride form of lauric acid) is considered to have the best antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial effect.

Human breast milk contains medium chain triglyceride (MCTs) that does not only serve as nourishment for newborn infants; it also protects the child from catching diseases. This is said to be similar to those found in coconut oil and has the same antimicrobial properties.

Say goodbye to sickness and poor health. Strengthen your immune system with virgin coconut oil!

Virgin Coconut Oil "The Wonder Drug in the Form of Oil"

Virgin Coconut Oil "The Wonder Drug in the Form of Oil"

Alexander Fleming’s discovery of the wonder drug “penicillin” is a medical breakthrough that changed the way people look at diseases and revolutionize modern medicine. Little did we realize that the real wonder drug is being used and available since the beginning of time…the virgin coconut oil!

Coconut oil is considered as a functional food, because aside from providing nourishment for the body, it is also used to treat a variety of ailments. Unlike most drugs, virgin coconut oil is not toxic and doesn’t have side effects.

The Natural Antibiotic

The term nutraceutical is often use to describe the amazing medicinal properties of virgin coconut oil. It means that virgin coconut oil can serve as food and at the same time heal and prevent numerous health problems.

The medium chain fatty acids and monoglycerides component of virgin coconut oil is almost identical to the type present in human breast milk. Human breast milk provides an antibiotic for young infants to ward off germs and infections. Virgin coconut oil exhibits the same characteristic.

Because of the great number of diseases that can be treated using virgin coconut oil, it will not be a surprise if it becomes the medicine of future generation. There may come a time when virgin coconut oil will be the sole medicine every human being will need.

Virgin coconut oil has antimicrobial properties. Unlike normal antibiotics that are available in drugstores, virgin coconut oil can serve as the body’s defense against almost all kinds of harmful organisms. Different types of antibiotics are usually designed to kill only a specific bacterium. The lauric acid component of virgin coconut oil can fight against disease-causing germs, viruses, and bacteria.

Virgin coconut oil can also treat diseases that are usually considered incurable. Regular consumption of coconut oil greatly improves the immune system so it can be the miracle cure for cancer and AIDS patients.

Increase Your Energy. Accomplish More with Virgin Coconut Oil

Health Benefits
Increase Your Energy. Accomplish More with Virgin Coconut Oil

Your mind is full of wonderful plans. There are so many things that you want to achieve and accomplish. But every time you begin to fulfill a task you find yourself too weary and exhausted. Sound familiar. Don’t let lack of energy destroy your dreams and visions. Let virgin coconut oil help you.

So many people suffer from chronic fatigue. The most common remedy is coffee. But caffeine consumption is often discouraged as it is addictive and may cause health problems. The better alternative is virgin coconut oil.

It is not enough for one to take virgin coconut oil just when one is feeling weary and extra energy is needed. Regular intake of virgin coconut oil is required to shift your energy into a higher gear. Unlike coffee it is not addictive and the effect will keep you alert for hours.

Its favorable effect in increasing energy is recognized by researchers and various individuals. Horse trainers from Australia feed their racehorses with coconut cake to improve the horses’ performance. Used by athletes for better performance and greater endurance virgin coconut oil is often added to powdered sports drink and energy bars.

How It Works

The MCFA (medium chain fatty acids) in virgin coconut oil goes directly to the liver and are immediately converted to energy. It also increases metabolism as MCFAs are easily absorbed by energy producing organelles of the cells. MCFA in your foods can be likened to putting a quality fuel in your car.

If you desire greater energy include virgin coconut oil in your daily diet. A tablespoon of virgin coconut oil in your tea or as added flavor to your favorite dish will do the trick.

Virgin Coconut Oil "Superior Weapon Against Deadly Cancer"

Virgin Coconut Oil "Superior Weapon Against Deadly Cancer"

There are some things in this world that we all dread to hear. Something no one hopes to experience. And a physician confirming that you are afflicted with fatal cancer is definitely one of it! But thanks to virgin coconut oil, there is after all a way out of this seemingly hopeless situation.

It is a sad truth that so many people are afflicted with this fatal disease. Cancer ranks second in the leading cause of death statistics of the United States. It is said that approximately one million people acquire cancer each year.

There are various types of cancer but one characteristic that all cancer diseases share is the rapid growth of abnormal cells in the body. Normal cells follow a regular cycle of growth, division and death. In the early stage of life, there is rapid cellular activity. But cells of a healthy adult person only divide to replace dying cells and to heal damage caused by injuries.

Cancer cells keep on growing and dividing and create abnormal cells. Cancer cells may spread and cause problems to other parts of the body. This is triggered by a damage to DNA. Unlike normal cells, cancer cells cannot repair damaged DNA. Damaged DNA can be acquired through hereditary means or environmental exposure. Most cancers (but not all) are manifested by a tumor.

The chance of a cancer patient to survive depends largely on how soon the disease was diagnosed and given necessary treatments. Radical change in one’s diet and lifestyle is also prescribed.

The Miracle Cure

Virgin coconut oil can be used as a weapon to fight cancer and save precious lives. This statement is proven not only by numerous testimonies of cancer survivors but with the results of medical studies.

Regular consumption of virgin coconut oil will strengthen the immune system. Only a strong immune system can defeat the formation of cancer cells before they can create major damage. Developing a strong immune system is the first step in prevention and treatment of cancer and other diseases.

Virgin coconut oil can also cure skin cancer as proven in a study where coconut oil is applied on the skin of mice which were applied with cancer causing chemicals. Several applications of virgin coconut oil stopped tumor development. Therefore, virgin coconut oil can alter the composition of tumor tissue and thus inhibit tumor growth.

Virgin Coconut Oil and Your Feet

You may spend so much time in the mirror applying the perfect make-up or in the gym sculpting your body to perfection. But always remember that true beauty is holistic, meaning you make an effort to ensure that every part of your body is taken cared of.

One body part that is often neglected but is nevertheless important to look good is the feet. Feet should be given special care because it is one of the most used and abused body part. It acts as the body’s shock absorber as it supports the body weight and protects the knees, spine and hips.

So pampering your feet will make you feel better and recharged. A clean and moisturized feet is also nice to look at and a source of envy for many.

If you want to have beautiful feet, then virgin coconut oil is one natural foot care solution you can try.

Virgin Coconut Oil and Your Feet

VCO is an effective cure for an embarrassing foot disease- the athletes foot because it has antifungal properties. Other bacterial infection on feet will also be prevented.
As an effective moisturizer, rub VCO on your feet either after taking a bath or before going to sleep. It will cure your cracked heels and soften your feet.

Corns and calluses will also be healed by applying virgin coconut oil.

Soak your feet in warm water that is sprinkled with a little salt and a few drops of virgin coconut oil.

You can make your own foot cream using VCO. Combine 3 ounce of shea butter, a half ounce of virgin coconut oil and ¼ ounce of cocoa butter. Let the mixture melt slowly in a microwave oven or a double boiler. When it is clear liquid add 30-40 drops of essential oils. Wait for five minutes before stirring in the essential oil and then refrigerate.

Tuesday, April 14, 2009

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Bio-Asli Virgin Coconut Oil is a truly unrefined coconut oil. This coconut oil is made from organic coconuts. Coconuts are used fresh (within 24 hours of harvest) from small family farms in Sabak Bernam and other nearby rural places in southern Perak, the famous and renowned coconut cultivation area in . The fresh coconut meat is shredded (wet milled), and then cold-pressed to make coconut milk. The milk is then fermented for 24-36 hours, and the oil is then separated and filtered from the curds.

No chemical or high-heat treatment is used, and this oil contains no trans fatty acids. We do NOT mass produce this oil. It is made using traditional methods principally, but in most modern hygienic invironment, using up dated machinery and appliances, supervised by qualified engineers and food technologist. The production crew who produce the oil are also trained according to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards. This high-grade virgin coconut oil has a long shelf life due to the high anti-oxidant properties.

Bio-Asli Virgin Coconut Oil being produced in such the following method:

* No refining

* No chemicals added (including hexane)

* No bleaching

* No deodorization

* No hydrogenation

* Made from traditional coconut palms only, no hybrid or genetically modified (GMO) varieties

* Made from fresh coconuts, not the dried "copra" used in cheap oils

* Made without heat processing

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CONTENTS

98% - Virgin Coconut Oil

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PRODUCT ADVANTAGES

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It is most recommended to apply VCO31 after bath (6.00pm - 7.00pm) or 2-4 hours before sex. VCO31 is effective up to 10 hours after application. Spray 1 or 2 dots of oil (do not over-apply) to your index finger and apply throughly around the man's sexual organ (particularly around the sensitive area - e.g. underneath the neck of the sexual organ)

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Virgin Coconut Oil can improve:

Virgin Coconut Oil can improve:
impaired digestion (a top cause of chronic conditions). Easily absorbed by your body, Coconut oil takes some of the strain off of your digestive system and aids in the absorption of essential vitamins and minerals.
a compromised immune system and/or sub-acute infections (both are top causes of chronic conditions).
energy levels necessary for your body's natural self-repair.
In addition, Coconut Oil may help:*
Promote healthy cholesterol levels.
Support a healthy intestinal tract.
Support healthy immune function.
Control blood sugar levels.
Support healthy metabolic function.
Improve digestion.
Improve absorption of nutrients.
Provide an immediate source of fuel for the body.
Resist spoilage for a longer shelf life.
The Difference:
Unlike other coconut oils, Wilderness Family Natural's Coconut Oil:

Comes from two types of organically grown and processed coconuts.
Traditional —also known as fermented— uses the traditional Philippine process of opening, grating, and hand extracting fresh Philippine coconuts. Very low moisture content (0.1%) keeps it from producing fermentation acids or a fermented taste. Temperatures do not exceed 103°F—room temperature in the Philippines.
Centrifuge comes from fresh coconuts that are shelled within 48 hours of picking. The flesh is then chopped and placed in the expeller. The temperature does not exceed 78.8°F during processing.
Meets premium requirements for coconut oil.
Comes from traditional palms using fresh—not dried—coconuts.
Processed using a low level heat to keep nutrients and enzymes intact.
Certified organically grown and processed.
Is easily incorporated into your lifestyle.
Easily metabolizes in the body, unlike polyunsaturated and partially hydrogenated fats, to help with weight management.
Use Coconut Oil in place of other oils, margarine, and butter in cooking and baking.
One tablespoon a day helps satisfy sugar and hunger cravings—it's much more economical than the 16 softgel capsules needed to equal one tablespoon of oil.
Mix into smoothies, juices, and salad dressings.
Use as a skin lotion or massage oil.
Coconut Oil contains:
No added chemicals
No bleach
No hydrogenated or trans fats
No genetically modified organisms (GMO)
No artificial colors
No casein
No gluten
No pesticides
No preservatives
Nutrition Facts:
View Coconut Oil's Nutrition Facts

Background Information:
Coconut oil, made of medium chain triglycerides (MCT), does not require extra enzymes for digestion and absorption and, as such, can be immediately converted by the body into energy.

For those with chronic conditions or those who have trouble digesting fats, this is great news! Coconut oil not only gives your body the energy it needs to fight chronic conditions, it helps your body get the nutrients it needs while aiding your digestive system.

And because coconut oil is easier to metabolize, it may play a role in weight loss. Farmers in the 1940s used coconut oil to attempt to fatten their herds. Instead, the animals became lean, active, and hungry!

Coconut Oil is good for you, has a long shelf life, is not hydrogenated, and contains no trans fats. Plus, its resistance to heat makes it the healthiest oil available for cooking—and it'll help you feel better.

Both processes—fermented and centrifuge—yield pure, extra virgin, cold pressed coconut oils with low moisture content. And both oils are clear as a liquid, and pure white as a solid.

Add healthy fat back into your diet and help speed metabolism

The Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs) in coconut oil are so easily digested they are used for hospital patients who have to be fed intravenously.

The high lauric acid content of coconut oil may be converted into compounds with antiviral, antimicrobial, and antifungal properties.

The MCTs in coconut oil are easily transported to and metabolized by your cells' energy producing organelles, the mitochondria, increasing your metabolism and providing your body with increased energy to fight chronic conditions.

Also try our new Organic Coconut Chips and Flakes and Coconut Flour.


Related Information:
Coconut Research Center
Coconut Oil and antibiotic-resistant infectious microorganisms, by Mary Enig, Ph.D.







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There are so many health benefits to this stuff, not just from internal consumption, but from topical application as well. Being of partial Asian descent on my mothers side, I have been using Coconut oil on my skin and in my hair since I was very young. Coconut milk, flakes and creams as well as fresh coconut have always been a staple of my diet. However the coconut milks we buy in stores are NOT the same nutrionally and contain many other ingredients that are not healthy. I love this stuff, because i can make my own creams and milks with it, as well as use it as a replacement oil.
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Pros: delicate aroma-smooth taste

"I first started taking the coconut oil for my health and to take off a few pounds. Most sites tell you to take it before meals to lose weight. If I anaged to swallow it my stomach would be sick WELL not my idea of how to lose weight or get healthy. Fortunately I found your site and
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Best of all it does not make me sick. I have only had it for two days and I noticed I am not even hungry after eating just one slice of Ezekiel bread spread with your coconut oil. It was an expensive search to find a coconut oil that follows through on it’s promises. Thank you Jigsaw. I plan
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Coconut oil

Coconut oil, also known as coconut butter, is a tropical oil with many applications. It is extracted from copra (the dried meat, or kernel, of the coconut). Coconut oil constitutes seven percent of the total export income of the Philippines, the world's largest exporter of the product.

Coconut oil was developed as a commercial product by merchants in the South Seas and South Asia in the 1860s.

Contents [hide]
1 Physical properties
2 Types of oil available
2.1 Virgin coconut oil
2.2 Refined oil
2.2.1 Hydrogenated oil
2.2.2 Fractionated oil
3 Health effects
3.1 Heart disease
3.2 Antimicrobial effects
4 Applications
4.1 Cooking
4.2 Manufacturing
4.3 Cosmetics and skin treatments
4.4 Industrial and commercial uses
4.4.1 Traditional use
4.4.2 In diesel engines
4.4.3 Aircraft fuel
4.4.4 Engine lubricant
5 See also
6 References



[edit] Physical properties
Coconut oil is a fat consisting of about 90% saturated fat. The oil contains predominantly medium chain triglycerides,[1] with roughly 92% saturated fatty acids, 6% monounsaturated fatty acids, and 2% polyunsaturated fatty acids. Of the saturated fatty acids, coconut oil is primarily 44.6% lauric acid, 16.8% myristic acid , 8.2% palmitic acid and 8% caprylic acid. Although it contains seven different saturated fatty acids in total, its only monounsaturated fatty acid is oleic acid while its only polyunsaturated fatty acid is linoleic acid.[2]

In the human body lauric acid is converted into monolaurin. [3]

Unrefined coconut oil melts at 24-25°C (76°F) and smokes at 177°C (350°F),[4] while refined coconut oil has a higher smoke point of 232°C (450°F).

Among the most stable of all oils, coconut oil is slow to oxidize and thus resistant to rancidity, lasting up to two years due to its high saturated fat content.[citation needed] In order to extend shelf life, it is best stored in solid form (i.e. below 24.5°C [76°F]).


[edit] Types of oil available

[edit] Virgin coconut oil
Virgin coconut oil is derived from fresh coconuts (rather than dried, as in copra). Most oils marketed as "virgin" are produced one of three ways:

Quick-drying of fresh coconut meat, which is then used to press out the oil.
Wet-milling (coconut milk). With this method, the oil is extracted from fresh coconut meat without drying first. "Coconut milk" is expressed first by pressing. The oil is then further separated from the water. Methods which can be used to separate the oil from the water include boiling, fermentation, refrigeration, enzymes and mechanical centrifuge.
Wet-milling (direct micro expelling). In this process, the oil is extracted from fresh coconut meat after the adjustment of the water content, then the pressing of the coconut flesh results in the direct extraction of free-flowing oil.
In contrast to olive oil, coconut oil has no world or governing body to set a standard definition or set of guidelines to classify the oil as "virgin". The Philippines has established a Department of Science and Technology (DOST) governmental standard.[5]


[edit] Refined oil

Coconuts sundried in Kozhikode, Kerala for making copra, which is used for making coconut oilRefined coconut oil is referred to in the coconut industry as RBD (refined, bleached, and deodorized) coconut oil. The starting point is "copra", the dried coconut meat. Copra can be made by smoke drying, sun drying, or kiln drying. The unrefined coconut oil extracted from copra (called "crude coconut oil") is not suitable for consumption[citation needed] and must be refined. A recently developed method for extraction of "a high quality" coconut oil involves the enzymatic action of alpha-amylase, polygalacturonases and proteases on diluted coconut paste.[6]


[edit] Hydrogenated oil
Coconut oil is often partially or fully hydrogenated to increase its melting point in warmer temperatures. This increases the amount of saturated fat present in the oil, and may produce trans fats.


[edit] Fractionated oil
"Fractionated coconut oil" is a fraction of the whole oil, in which most of the long-chain triglycerides are removed so that only saturated fats remain. It may also referred to as "caprylic/capric triglyceride" or medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil because it is primarily the medium-chain triglycerides caprylic and capric acid that are left in the oil.

Because it is completely saturated, fractionated oil is even more heat stable than other forms of coconut oil and has a nearly indefinite shelf life.[citation needed]


[edit] Health effects

[edit] Heart disease
Blood tests performed on rats showed decreased risk factors for heart disease (reduced total cholesterol, triglycerides and low-density lipoprotein and increased high-density lipoprotein) in rats fed virgin coconut oil, when compared to rats fed copra oil.[7] In addition, the polyphenol fraction of unprocessed coconut oil prevented in vitro oxidation of low-density lipoproteins.[8]

A study of Polynesian populations that consumed mainly coconut meat found that increased consumption of coconut was associated with significantly higher levels of serum cholesterol but this was not associated with higher rates of death due to heart attacks and other forms of cardiovascular disease.[9]

Reducing the consumption of coconut oil and replacing a portion of it with polyunsaturated fats resulted in changes to blood cholesterol levels that are associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases.[10]


[edit] Antimicrobial effects
Coconut oil has been found effective against certain strains of the Candida yeast, though it is ineffective against others.[11] Coconut oil taken orally was found to be a useful adjunct therapy in children with community-acquired pneumonia.[12] Taken in conjunction with IV ampicillin, coconut oil supplementation resulted in earlier normalization of respiratory rate and earlier normalization of lung sounds vs. IV ampicillin alone. Monolaurin from coconut oil has demonstrated virucidal activity against 14 human RNA and DNA enveloped viruses in vitro.[13] Another laboratory study investigated the effect of monolaurin on primary and secondary skin infections compared with six common antibiotics.[14] In culture isolates from the skin infections, monolaurin showed statistically significant broad-spectrum sensitivity to both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacterial isolates, such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus spp. and Enterobacter spp.


[edit] Applications

[edit] Cooking
Coconut oil is commonly used in cooking, especially when frying. In communities where coconut oil is widely used in cooking, the unrefined oil is the one most commonly used. Coconut oil is commonly used to flavor many South Asian curries.


[edit] Manufacturing
Coconut oil is used in volume quantities for making margarine, soap and cosmetics.

Hydrogenated or partially-hydrogenated coconut oil is often used in non-dairy creamers, and snack foods.

Fractionated coconut oil is also used in the manufacture of essences, massage oils and cosmetics

Coconut oil is an important component of many industrial lubricants, for example in the cold rolling of steel strip.


[edit] Cosmetics and skin treatments
Coconut oil is excellent as a skin moisturizer and softener. A study shows that extra virgin coconut oil is effective and safe when used as a moisturizer, with absence of adverse reactions.[15] Although not suitable for use with condoms, coconut oil may be used as a lubricant for sexual intercourse,[16] though it may cause an allergic reaction in some.

In India and Sri Lanka, coconut oil is commonly used for styling hair, and cooling or soothing the head. People of Tamil Nadu and other coastal areas such as Kerala, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Goa bathe in warm water after applying coconut oil all over the body and leaving it as is for an hour to keep body, skin, and hair healthy.


[edit] Industrial and commercial uses

[edit] Traditional use
Coconut oil is used in oil lamps.


[edit] In diesel engines
See also: Vegetable oil used as fuel
Coconut oil has been tested for use as a feedstock for biodiesel to be used as a diesel engine fuel. In this manner it can be applied to power generators and transport using diesel engines. Since straight coconut oil has a high gelling temperature (22-25°C), a high viscosity, and a minimum combustion chamber temperature of 500 °C (932 °F) (to avoid polymerization of the fuel), coconut oil is typically transesterified to make biodiesel. Use of B100 (100% biodiesel) is only possible in temperate climates as the gel point is approximately 10°C (50 degrees Fahrenheit). The oil needs to meet the Weihenstephan standard[17] for pure vegetable oil used as a fuel since otherwise moderate to severe damage from carbonisation and clogging will occur in an unmodified engine.

Coconut oil is currently used as a fuel for transport in the Philippines.[18] Further research into the oil's potential as a fuel for electricity generation is being carried out in the islands of the Pacific.[19][20] In the 1990s Bougainville conflict, islanders cut off from supplies due to a blockade used it to fuel their vehicles.[21]


[edit] Aircraft fuel
During February 2008, a mixture of coconut oil and babassu oil was used to partially power one engine of a Boeing 747, in a biofuel trial sponsored by Virgin Atlantic.[22]


[edit] Engine lubricant
Coconut oil has been tested for use as an engine lubricant; the company producing the oil claims the oil reduces fuel consumption, smoke emissions and allows the engine to run at a cooler temperature.[23]


[edit] See also
Copha

[edit] References
^ Nutrition Facts and Information for Vegetable oil, coconut
^ Nutrient analysis of coconut oil - USDA
^ Hegde B. (2006). Coconut oil - ideal fat next to mother's miok (scanning coconut's horoscope). JIACM. 7:16-19.
^ Cooking For Engineers - Kitchen Notes: Smoke Points of Various Fats
^ Joint Statement on Philippine National Standard for Virgin Coconut Oil as food
^ McGlone OC, Canales A, Carter JV. (2006). "Coconut oil extraction by a new enzymatic process." Journal of Food Science. 51:695-697.
^ Nevin KG, Rajamohan T (September 2004). "Beneficial effects of virgin coconut oil on lipid parameters and in vitro LDL oxidation". Clin. Biochem. 37 (9): 830–5. doi:10.1016/j.clinbiochem.2004.04.010. PMID 15329324.
^ Nevin KG, Rajamohan T (September 2004). "Beneficial effects of virgin coconut oil on lipid parameters and in vitro LDL oxidation". Clin. Biochem. 37 (9): 830–5. doi:10.1016/j.clinbiochem.2004.04.010. PMID 15329324.
^ Prior IA, Davidson F, Salmond CE, Czochanska Z (August 1981). "Cholesterol, coconuts, and diet on Polynesian atolls: a natural experiment: the Pukapuka and Tokelau island studies" (pdf). Am. J. Clin. Nutr. 34 (8): 1552–61. PMID 7270479. http://www.ajcn.org/cgi/reprint/34/8/1552?maxtoshow=&HITS=10&hits=10&RESULTFORMAT=&searchid=1&FIRSTINDEX=0&sortspec=relevance&volume=34&firstpage=1552&resourcetype=HWCIT. Retrieved on 2008-07-14.
^ Mendis S, Samarajeewa U, Thattil RO (May 2001). "Coconut fat and serum lipoproteins: effects of partial replacement with unsaturated fats". Br. J. Nutr. 85 (5): 583–9. doi:10.1079/BJN2001331. PMID 11348573. http://journals.cambridge.org/abstract_S0007114501000836.
^ Ogbolu DO, Oni AA, Daini OA, Oloko AP (June 2007). "In vitro antimicrobial properties of coconut oil on Candida species in Ibadan, Nigeria". J Med Food 10 (2): 384–7. doi:10.1089/jmf.2006.209. PMID 17651080.
^ Chest Journal. American College of Chest Physicians. Erguiza G, Jiao A, Reley M et al. (2008). "The effect of virgin coconut oil supplementation for community-acquired pneumonia in children aged 3 months to 60 months admitted at the phillipine children's medical center: a single blinded randomized controlled trial." http://meeting.chestjournal.org/cgi/content/abstract/134/4/p139001. Accessed on 3/11/09.
^ Hierholzer JC, Kabara JJ. (1982). In vitro effects of monolaurin compounds on enveloped RNA and DNA viruses. Journal of Food Safety. 4:1-12.
^ Carpo BG, Verallo-Rowell VM, Kabara J. (2007). Novel antibacterial activity of monolaurin compared with conventional antibiotics against organisms from skin infections: an in vitro study. J Drugs Dermatol. 6:991-998.
^ Agero AL, Verallo-Rowell VM A randomized double-blind controlled trial comparing extra virgin coconut oil with mineral oil as a moisturizer for mild to moderate xerosis Dermatitis 2004 Sep;15(3):109-16
^ Vaginal Dryness, Menopause and Sex, Libido, Sexual Desire, Relationships at Menopause
^ Weihenstephan vegetable oil fuel standard (German Rapeseed Fuel Standard)
^ Coconut fuel - PRI's The World
^ Coconut Oil for Power Generation by EPC in Samoa - Jan Cloin
^ "Coconut oil powers island's cars". BBC. 2007-05-08. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/asia-pacific/6634221.stm.
^ The Coconut Revolution: a documentary film
^ "First biofuel flight" BBC News, February 24, 2008
^ Romares-Sevilla, J (2008-01-17). "Davao-based firm sees expansion of bio-tech oil market". Sun.Star Superbalita Davao. http://www2.sunstar.com.ph/static/dav/2008/01/17/bus/davao.based.firm.sees.expansion.of.bio.tech.oil.market.html. Retrieved on 2008-07-14.