Coconut oil is top-rated in India due to its health benefits, unique taste, and ample availability. Coconut oil has a mild smell as it is directly derived from the white flesh of a coconut. The presence of a large number of fatty acids makes coconut oil a part of a superfood.
Let’s see some benefits we get from coconut oil.
- Contains antimicrobial properties
Coconut oil is infused with fatty acids, of which 49% is filled with lauric acid.
Lauric acid has the property to fight infections caused by fungi or bacteria. Applying coconut oil directly to the skin helps to get rid of bacterial infections. It also ensures the prevention of bacterial growth in the future.
- Level-up the good cholesterol
There are two different types of cholesterol: LDL (low-density lipoprotein) and HDL (high-density lipoprotein). In which HDL is considered as good cholesterol. High levels of HDL can reduce LDL and improve cardiac health.
Studies show that including coconut oil in a regular diet may boost good cholesterol and improve heart health.
- It May help to reduce fat
These days excess weight gain or obesity is a chronic problem as it may lead to many nasty diseases.
Studies show that MCT (medium-chain triglycerides) can cause more fat burning than LCT or lower chain fatty acids. As a large part of MCT forms coconut oil, it may also help to reduce fat.
However, overconsumption may result in weight gain due to the high calories of coconut oil.
- Reduce dryness
Excess dryness can lead to many chronic skin diseases such as psoriasis, dermatitis, hyper-pigmentation, etc.
As coconut oil is enriched with fatty acids, regular direct application of it can reduce dryness. Some studies show that regular usage of coconut oil on the skin can make skin soft and glowy over time.
- Boost hair health
Unlike other oils, coconut oil helps to condition hair deeply. Regular usage of coconut oil helps to reduce frizziness, dryness. Coconut oil also helps to cure dandruff or any other scalp infections due to its antimicrobial property.
- Improve dental health
A technique called oil pulling includes swishing oil into the mouth to prevent cavities and improve dental health.
Studies show that using coconut oil for oil pulling techniques can prevent cavities, promote gingivitis and cleanse oral bacterias.
- May improve brain function in Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease mainly affects older people and is the reason for causing dementia. This disease reduces the ability of the brain over time.
Research shows that MCTs can boost brain function in the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease. As coconut oil is enriched with MCTs, it may improve brain function in Alzheimer’s disease.
Coconut oil provides many benefits. To get all of those, make sure to pick the organic, extra virgin version other than refined forms for better results.
