30 Problems but a Coconut Isn't One
- Rain
- Jan 15, 2015
- 4 min read
TODAY'S TOPIC: the insta-famous coconut that is making it's rounds across the social networking-scape.
The coconut is from the palm tree family and contains a rich amount of nutriants. It's crisp and nutty taste, as well as it's many health benefits make the coconut a popular addition to many people's diets. Sure, we've all heard about mom's-to-be using coconut oil on their bellies, and who doesn't love a non-dairy alternative to butter? But there is much more coconuts can do for our bodies and our minds. From providing us with a natural boost of energy, to enhancing our sex lives, coconut oil has found a way into our hearts and homes. Take a look our thirty favorite reasons to keep coconut oil on hand... in your shower, in your purse, in your office desk.
1. To cook with- great as a substitute for butter or in baked goods. Coconut oil give's food a slightly nutty flavoring that is wonderful in grilled veggies and also treats and conditions stone ware so your belly and your frying pan will both be happy.
2. As an eye make up remover. The oils in coconuts are great for removing residue from the three different mascaras you applied this morning and that pesky but beautiful glitter eye shadow you can't live without.
3. For nursing. Coconut oil can increase milk production when taken daily- in batches of 3 tablespoons. It can also be applied to sore nipples for temporary pain relief.
4. As a lubricant. Edible, tasty, natural, safe, great for hand-job's and quickies. My favorite use of coconut oil, hands down (no pun intended).
5. To alleviate dry, cracked skin. Coconut oil is great for your skin and because it's an oil it won't leave you feeling greasy like a typical lotion. It also has a summery, islander scent.
6. On nail cuticles. Coconut oil is said to help nails grow faster when it is regularly applied to the cuticles.
7. As a daily supplement. Forget that once a day vitamin- coconut oil is a delicious source of nutrition that can treat thyroids, fungal infections, allergies, heartburn, sore throat, nausea, and more.
8. To reduce scars, age spots, and stretch marks. Apply regularly and generously to reduce the color of skin damage.
9. As a bug repellent, a sunscreen, and a tanning oil. So you want to get a great tanning experience? All we can say is: COCONUT OIL. It refracts the light to give you a golden glow and soak up that vitamin D, it works as a natural repellent for insects, counteracts sunburns, and actually protects your skin from sun rays. Of course, all tanning comes at a price so be safe and remember to regulate your time in the sun and check for suspicious moles. Already got bitten by those pesky bugs? It's also an anti itch cream. What can't coconut oil do?
10. To treat yeast infections. Yeast infections can be incredibly uncomfortable, so apply coconut oil topically to speed up the healing process.
11. To treat athletes foot. This delicious smelling oil is great for getting rid of stinky feet.
12. On cold sores, coconut oil works great and tastes delicious.
13. For treating your beautiful locks. Coconut oil is great for repairing split ends and frizzy hair. When massaged into the scalp, it stimulates hair growth and increases the overall shine and health of your tresses.
14. On pregnancy scars and cellulite. Coconut oil is your best friend. Rub very generously, multiple times a day for the best results.
15. To improve metabolism. Coconut oil is great to increase digestion, a win win for those whose metabolism has slowed over the winter season.
16. Coconut oil = happiness. Yes, coconut oil is said to reduce the effects of depression and anxiety. Take as needed!
17. It's been a long time since I stumbled recklessly into some poison ivy but if you have kids, this might be a life saver. Coconut oil applied to rashes can relieve itching (and aggravated children). It also works great for those with exema.
18. As a teeth whitener. Yep, shine those pearly whites with some coconut oil to blind your enemies with your smile.
19. As a furniture polish. The only kind acceptable for Murder House (circa season one, American Horror Story).
20. To clean your make up brushes. Works particularly good for cleaning mascara wands. It's left over oils can help stimulate eye lash growth and who doesn't want the eyelashes of a Disney princess?
21. As a massage oil. For sexy times with your S.O.
22. To condition your cutting board. Assuming it is made of wood, coconut oil is great for cleaning your chopping block. As wood is a porous surface, it's absorption of the oils make it the perfect, non-toxic treatment for food preparation.
23. As a polish. Works great on some leathers, on plant leaf's (if you are neurotic enough to polish them), on wood, and on porcelain (for your dirty bath tub, Kamaji the six armed boiler man recommends coconut oil).
24. Used to gel your hair. For the dapper man in your life.
25. As a lip balm. Because it's tasty, your skin loves it, and it provides just the right amount of shine without over doing it.
26. For eye bags. My personal savior- coconut oil can reduce the puffiness under eyes, and lighten the darkness of under eye circles.
27. For those who are diabetic, insulin spikes can be kept under control with daily ingestion of coconut oil.
28. For wrinkles, coconut oil can counteract some of the deepness of lines, reducing the look of aging.
29. Caught a cold? Rub some coconut oil inside your nose to reduce sore, dry skin, and prevent runny noise.
30. As an acne medication. Coconut oil has numerous benefits for the skin and can help clear the complexion and discoloration of skin when applied regularly.
Know some more ways coconut oil can enhance your health and lifestyle? Use the comment bar below to share with us!
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