Coconut Oil?

bookyeti

I make 'sweet' treats with it. They're called "fat bombs" if you're not familiar with the term.

BEV'S LEMON ZINGER FAT BOMBS

1 cup coconut oil (1/2 cup melted, 1/2 cup solid)
zest of one medium lemon
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. pure lemon extract
9 drops of EZ-Sweetz (or to taste)

Place all ingredients in food processor. Mix until evenly blended. Pour in tupperware container or small pan that is lined with parchment paper. Place in freezer until solid, and cut to size. I measure mine by the gram (easier to keep track that way). Keep in freezer until you want a piece. I have a hard time limiting myself to just one of these...they're SO good and refreshing, especially on a hot day or after a work-out.


HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE ~ Fat Bombs

1/4 cup coconut oil melted (takes about 20-30 seconds in the micro)
1/2 cup + 1 Tablespoon unsweetened cocoa
12 - 15 drops of EZ-Sweetz (or to taste)
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Mix it all together. Pour it into a flat dish lined with wax paper. Put in freezer to harden. Once hardened, I weigh it by grams and divide it into 10 servings. Servings are 10-12 grams each. I wrap each serving in a little bit of wax paper. Store it in the freezer or refrigerator. Because it is made with coconut oil it melts quickly in your hands or at room temp. Courtesy: LauraDotts

Jennloella

I don't imagine a "bite" of any oil would taste good?

lynn1982

Just thought of more uses
If there is an outbreak of lice at your kids school rub some in there hair and it helps to kill lice and prevent it all together
Feed it to your cat or dog to give them a healthy shinny coat. Dogs seams to enjoy it more, some cats too

Something I copied from a website To show benifits of eating it

Boosts metabolism & aids with weight loss.
Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.
Improves heart health & reduces health risks associated with diabetes.
Supports thyroid function.
Supports immune system.
It’s antifungal, antiviral & antibacterial.
Promotes healing & tissue repair.
Improves digestion & nutrient absorption.
Enhances physical performance.
Hydrates and protects the skin, improves skin tone and prevents wrinkles and skin aging.
Reduces psoriasis, eczema symptoms.
Improves hair and scalp condition.
Functions as a protective antioxidant.
It’s a quick energy source and controls sugar cravings.
Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems of the body.
Reduces symptoms associated with pancreatitis.
Helps relieve symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Relieves symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement).
Reduces epileptic seizures.
Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder infections.

Source?

cwolfman13

After researching up on this "wonder oil" I decided to try it. So, I grabbed a spoon and took a "bite"... omg! its awful! So how do I overcome this?! suggestions?

You're supposed to cook and **** with it...not eat spoonfuls of it. Do you eat spoonfuls of butter or olive oil? I know people do eat spoonfuls of coconut oil, but it's just a stupid, weird trend that makes no sense. It's still ****ing fat...and I'm of the personal opinion that any fat that can remain solid at room temperature can't be exceedingly good for you. I eat the stuff sparingly...I use it often in lieu of butter...but I don't eat spoonfuls of it...that's just weird.

Coconut oil is free of cholesterol and trans-fats. It also contains lauric acid, which is a good thing.

dietary cholesterol is irrelevant. and I said I eat it...just not by the spoonful. I know it has good properties, but people tend to take this stupid **** to exceedingly off the chart levels....ever heard of too much of a good thing?

darkchocolate68

Spread it on warm toast. If you still don't like it, add a little peanut butter on top of it.

Yum Yum!!! That's what I have every morning, except I put some grinded flax seed on top.

ladynocturne

I use it as a moisturizer (doesn't cause acne, I have very oily skin) and in my coffee on occasion . * Please make sure you buy Extra Virgin Coconut Oil if you're going to use it on your skin. If you use a refined type, it will clog your pores.

judychicken

Bump

122ish

Just thought of more uses
If there is an outbreak of lice at your kids school rub some in there hair and it helps to kill lice and prevent it all together
Feed it to your cat or dog to give them a healthy shinny coat. Dogs seams to enjoy it more, some cats too

Something I copied from a website To show benifits of eating it

Boosts metabolism & aids with weight loss.
Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.
Improves heart health & reduces health risks associated with diabetes.
Supports thyroid function.
Supports immune system.
It’s antifungal, antiviral & antibacterial.
Promotes healing & tissue repair.
Improves digestion & nutrient absorption.
Enhances physical performance.
Hydrates and protects the skin, improves skin tone and prevents wrinkles and skin aging.
Reduces psoriasis, eczema symptoms.
Improves hair and scalp condition.
Functions as a protective antioxidant.
It’s a quick energy source and controls sugar cravings.
Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems of the body.
Reduces symptoms associated with pancreatitis.
Helps relieve symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Relieves symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement).
Reduces epileptic seizures.
Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder infections.

Source?

I am sorry I didn't save the site, but just google benifits of coconut oil and u will get plenty of info. I kno some may be a long shot but there might be something that is worth a shot for u. I

socajam

Was using it instead of butter and my cholesterol & LDL cholesterol both went up a lot! Not so good! Was also eating 2 eggs a day. Even tho they say dietary cholesterol doesn't affect blood cholesterol, I am cutting back slightly on the eggs & eliminated the coconut oil for now to see what happens in 6 months.

That might be related to the eggs.

CoralDream

I was just wondering what section of the store this is usually in? Baking or health section?

FunkyTobias

Just thought of more uses
If there is an outbreak of lice at your kids school rub some in there hair and it helps to kill lice and prevent it all together
Feed it to your cat or dog to give them a healthy shinny coat. Dogs seams to enjoy it more, some cats too

Something I copied from a website To show benifits of eating it

Boosts metabolism & aids with weight loss.
Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.
Improves heart health & reduces health risks associated with diabetes.
Supports thyroid function.
Supports immune system.
It’s antifungal, antiviral & antibacterial.
Promotes healing & tissue repair.
Improves digestion & nutrient absorption.
Enhances physical performance.
Hydrates and protects the skin, improves skin tone and prevents wrinkles and skin aging.
Reduces psoriasis, eczema symptoms.
Improves hair and scalp condition.
Functions as a protective antioxidant.
It’s a quick energy source and controls sugar cravings.
Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems of the body.
Reduces symptoms associated with pancreatitis.
Helps relieve symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome.
Relieves symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (prostate enlargement).
Reduces epileptic seizures.
Helps protect against kidney disease and bladder infections.

Source?

I am sorry I didn't save the site, but just google benifits of coconut oil and u will get plenty of info. I kno some may be a long shot but there might be something that is worth a shot for u. I

And by a strange coincidence, this info is only found on sites that are selling the stuff.