subject: Coconut Oil Health Benefits [print this page] Coconut Oil is basically oil acquired using fresh Coconut meat, also known as non-Copra. The difference between Coconut Oil and Refined Coconut Oil is that Virgin Coconut Oil is not treated further to refine as it has very good shelf life even without preservatives. The natural properties of the Oil remain intact and help in treating and nursing a lot of Health, Hair and Skin problems. There are two processes of extracting Coconut Oil:
Quick Drying of fresh Coconut meat to squeeze out the oil.
Wet-milling is done to extract coconut milk out of the Coconut and then the Oil is separated from the water.
Coconut Oil is said to be extremely beneficial for health care purposes as it helps treat a number of ailments and also makes the body stronger. Some benefits and uses of Virgin Coconut Oil are:
Coconut Oil combats infections and viruses owing to its anti-fungal, antibacterial properties and makes the Immune System stronger.
Coconut Oil regulates the cholesterol levels, thus lessening the chances of heart attacks.
Coconut Oil has been known to relieve thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism so much so that people have stopped their medication.
Coconut Oil has properties that help in weight-reduction as it contains medium chain fatty acids and the body uses Coconut Oil and does not store it.
The Oil is a potent remedy for treating and nursing wounds.
Coconut Oil reduces stretch marks appearing during pregnancy. Also, it nourishes the skin like a moisturizer and treats skin problems like rashes, acne, wrinkles, eczema and psoriasis.
Coconut Oil regulates the functioning of digestive system functioning properly and relieves problems of disturbed bowels, constipation and indigestion.
Lastly, Coconut Oil has constituent compounds that nourish hair and maintain their shine and strength.
All of these properties make Pure Coconut Oil an ideal health care product. Swamy Oil Industries, an ISO 9001-2008 and AGMARK Certified Company established in the year 1986, is a well-known name in coconut trade. The company is hailed for the quality of its Coconut Oil and Cashew Kernels. For more information about the company and its offerings, one can log on to http://www.swamyoil.in/.
