Coconut Oil Good/Bad?

I've been using coconut oil in all my food preparations I definitely see all the benefits and absolutely love it my tummy is flat I've lost weight my energy levels have increased my cholesterol has lowered the list goes on but all in all it is nutritional
and beneficial -- You need healthy fats to break down stored unhealthy fats.

Coconut fats have special fats called medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). It has been shown that breaking down these types of healthy fats in the liver leads to efficient burning of energy. Consuming (about 2 tablespoons) of coconut oil daily for 12 weeks you do not gain more weight, but actually had lowered amounts of abdominal fat, a type of fat that is difficult to lose which contributes to heart problems etc.

Here are some benefits of coconut oil;


Is heart healthy; improves cholesterol ratio reducing risk of heart disease 
Protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis and thus protects 
against heart disease 
Helps prevent periodontal disease and tooth decay 
Functions as a protective antioxidant 
Helps to protect the body from harmful free radicals that promote premature aging and degenerative disease 
Does not deplete the body's antioxidant reserves like other oils do 
Improves utilization of essential fatty acids and protects them from oxidation 
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. 
Dissolves kidney stones 
Helps prevent liver disease 
Is lower in calories than all other fats 
Supports thyroid function 
Promotes loss of excess weight by increasing metabolic rate 
It Is utilized by the body to produce energy in preference to being stored as body fat like other dietary fats 
Helps prevent obesity and overweight problems 
Applied topically helps to form a chemical barrier on the skin to ward of infection 
Reduces symptoms associated the psoriasis, eczema, and dermatitis 
Supports the natural chemical balance of the skin. Softens skin and helps relieve dryness and flaking 
Prevents wrinkles, sagging skin, and age spots 
Promotes healthy looking hair and complexion 
Provides protection form damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation form the sun 
Kills viruses that cause influenza, herpes, measles, hepatitis C, SARS, AIDS, and other illnesses 
Kills bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, gum disease and cavities, pneumonia, and gonorrhea, and other diseases 
Kills fungi and yeasts that cause candida, ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash, and other infections 
Expels or kills tapeworms, lice, giardia, and other parasites 
Provides a nutritional source of quick energy 
Boosts energy and endurance, enhancing physical and athletic performance 
Improves digestion and absorption of other nutrients including vitamins, minerals, amino acids 
Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose 
Relieves stress on pancreas and enzyme systems of the body 
Reduces symptoms associated with pancreatitis 
Helps relieves symptoms and reduce health risks associated with diabetes 
Reduces problems associated with mal-absorption syndrome and cystic fibrosis 
Improves calcium and magnesium absorption and supports the development of strong bones and teeth. 
Helps protect against osteoporosis 
Helps relieve symptoms associated with gallbladder disease 
Relieves symptoms associated with Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and stomach ulcers 
Improves digestion and bowel function 
Relieves pain and irritation caused by hemorrhoids 
Reduces inflammation 
Supports tissue healing and repair 
Supports and aids immune system function 
Helps protect the body from breast, colon, and other cancers 

Hope this helps ... If you need more info let me know!