30 UNBELIEVABLE USES OF COCONUT OIL..

coconut oil is one of the few foods that can be classified as a “superfood” .

coconut oil has a multitude of health benefits .

1.    moisturize your skin:  coconut oil delivery a refreshing , healing , burst of moisture that penetrates your skin and works to truly heal it ( not just soak in and dry up ).

2.     make a homemade soap :  serves as a wonderful pure base that can simplifying radients , add hardness to the soap , and help break down grease and oils .

3.    conditioner : when the tiny overlapping plates that make up our outer hair shaft  gets removed , coconut oil  is there to smooth those tiny little cells right back into place .

4.    energy booster : provides great boost in energy and also helps boost mental alertness .

5.    weight loss : the easiest way to start using coconut oil for weight loss is by eating it by spoonful . use a small amount until your body gets used to it . to get a good amount of medium chain fatty acids researchers recommend adults consume about 3 1/2 tbsp spread throughout the day .

6.    cold sore : it does help , dab it on as soon as you feel the blister start forming and take it internally too . one to three tbsp a day will help kill off that pesky herpes virus and you will see that cold sore disappear much faster than normal .

7.    fungal infection : the medium chain fatty acids found abundantly in coconut oil are incredibly effective natural insert themselves into the fungal membrane , which is crucial to maintain the life of the fungus .

8.    SPF lip balm : mix up a lip scrub to slough off the dry skin . combine 1 teaspoon of sea salt with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil  into a bowl . dab the mixture all over your chapped lips , then scrub gently with your fingers in a small circular motion . do this for about a minute , or until your lips feel smooth .

9.    exfoliating body scrub : it serves as a base for a body or a face scrubs .

10.                  makeup remover : the best makeup remover in the world , it makes your skin super soft  and super healthy after use.

11.                  massage oil : countless benefits of using it as a message oil .

12.                  bath oil : it naturally coats your skin , leaving it smooth and healthy .

13.                  rash soother : coconut oil has  anti-inflammatory effects , its remove swelling . helps cure irritated skin.

14.                  dry nostrils : rub  small amount of coconut oil inside the nostrils to get rid of dryness faster .

15.                  reduce hair balls : if you have a cat , rub a little on your cat’s paws to help improve digestive function and reduce hair balls .

16.                  fade aging /sun spots : helps lessen the appearance of a wide variety of skin blemishes , daily application helps fade sun sun and aging spots . rub coconut oil onto sun spots for faster results .

17.                  constipation relief : take an tbsp of coconut oil every morning on an empty stomach to keep your digestive track running smoothly . you can try 2 tbsp to work out acute constipation as well .

18.                  use in as toothpaste : add flavor  , antibacterial action and potential whitening benefits by adding coconut oil to some baking soda and using as a DIY toothpaste .

19.                  prevent strech marks : you can slatter warm extra virgin coconut oil on those marks before going to bed to reduce their  appearance . massage gently to ensure it penetrates deep into your skin . use lukewarm water to rinse it off in the morning.

20.                  ink cleaner : if you find yourself with irritating ink smears and smudges on your hand , simply rub a little coconut oil over it and let it sit for a minute for a minute or so . wipe it off with a  dry , clean , cloth.

21.                  cracked heels : super moisturizer , coconut oil can help soften and smooth over the skin . use  pumice stone to remove the dead skin cells , and them massage coconut oil onto your heels .

22.                  breath freshner : kick the problem of bad breath by holding a tbsp of coconut oil into your mouth , until it melts , swishing it around a bit , and then either swallowing or spitting it onto the trash .

23.                  improve blood circulation : it has healthy fats and contains medium – chain triglycerides that helps relieve inflammation of the arteries  . this in turn improves blood flow throughout body .

24.                  add to baby bath :  babies have wonderfully soft, smooth , healthy skin and we want to keep it that way ! try adding a little bit of coconut oil to the water .

25.                  flaky scalp treatment : take 6 tbsp of coconut oil , olive oil or jojoba oil ( depending upon your hair type ) . mix with 3-4 drops of tea tree oil and 4-6 drops of rosemary oil .

26.                   cheekbone highlighter :   natural highlight , apply a small amount of coconut oil the same as you would use any other highlighter .

27.                  lubricate kitchen appliance : rub a thin layer over the blades of kitchen appliances to keep them running smoothly . be sure to store in a cool place so the layer stays firm .

28.                  metal polish : rub a bit of coconut oil over metal with soft cloth . let it sit for a minute , and then buff to a shine . it’s helpful o wipe the surface free of dust before applying the oil .

29.                  use in the sun : natural SPF of 4-5 and contains antioxidants that help protect the skin from harmful radiation from sun .    

30.                  grease a bicycle chain : if you want to try ” green grease ” try a little bit of chain to keep i running smoothly . a thick layer is not needed , as coconut oil solidifies temp under 76 degree , and you don’t want to gum up bicycle chain .