Coconut Oil & Aging
Used for years in cooking, coconut oil is now garnering attention for alternative uses, such as skin and hair health, weight loss, digestion and anti-aging. Because the oil contains antioxidants, some believe it rids the body of free radicals that can cause wrinkles and other signs of aging. Does this Spark an idea?
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Identification and Uses
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Coconut Oil is a saturated fat. It contains both caprylic acid and capric acid, as well as lauric acid -- which aids in healing bacteria. Coconut Oil also contains vitamin E, vitamin K and iron, as well as antioxidants.
Benefits
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Because of the acids found in coconut oil, some claim coconut oil can help fight bacteria in low-immune systems and certain diseases. The antioxidants, vitamins and minerals in the oil can be beneficial in fighting aging.
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Considerations
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A concern with using coconut oil excessively is that because it is a saturated fat, is can cause high cholesterol when used by people with health or weight issues or when consumed in excess by anyone. High cholesterol can eventually lead to heart disease.
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