How to Lose Weight With Coconut Oil

Many dieters and nutritional experts are turning to coconut oil for its incredible benefits. Many wish to lose weight with coconut oil, and others simply want the nutritive health benefits of the essential fatty acids contained in coconut oil. Coconut oil is an excellent oil and can be used in baking, cooking and sautéing. Many also eat coconut oil raw as a supplement, and add coconut oil to smoothies, shakes and other drinks. Read on to learn how to lose weight with coconut oil.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Research coconut oil and read about its connection to weight loss. The body metabolizes coconut oil instead of storing it, thus it gives you energy rather than making you fatter. Read the book "Know Your Fats" by Mary G. Enig to learn about the best fats for your diet, including coconut oil.
2. Determine how much coconut oil you should consume daily, depending upon your personal needs and taste for the oil. Discuss this with your dietitian or naturopathic doctor if you have one for consultation. Be sure you have a balanced diet and a healthy plan.
3. Take a tablespoon of raw extra virgin coconut oil in the morning to boost your metabolism all day.
4. Use coconut oil to grease loaf pans, cake pans, cookie sheets and casserole dishes when you bake. Coconut oil is solid at room temperature and makes a great shortening substitute--it is much more nutritious than partially hydrogenated vegetable oils.
5. Mix raw coconut oil into your shakes and smoothies, which you can make out of yogurt and fruit for a healthy drink or meal substitute.
6. Use coconut oil instead of butter as a spread on bread and in your baked goods.