33 Uses For Coconut Oil

Prior to World War II, coconut oil was very popular in the United States. During the war, we lost our supply of coconut oil and it was replaced by partially hydrogenated vegetable oils, such as Crisco. Only recently has coconut oil regained some of its pre World War II popularity.

In the kitchen, it is perfect for frying and baking. Coconut oil also offers many other benefits around the home. It is even very useful in many ways for a natural beauty regime!

Here’s 33 Uses For Coconut Oil From Food Matters!

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For Beauty:

1. To Nourish Split Or Dry Ends

2. As A Natural Makeup Remover

3. To Moisturize Cracked Heels

4. To Use As A Massage Oil

5. To Exfoliate Naturally

6. To Make Your Own Scrub

7. To Reduce Hair Dye Stains

8. As An All-Round Moisturizer

9. For A Lip Gloss

10. To Care For Your Cuticles

11. To Combat Hair Frizz

12. As A Foot Scrub

13. As A Deodorant

14. To Shave Naturally

15. To Deep Condition Dry Hair

Around The Home:

16. To Polish Your Furniture To A High Shine

17. To Condition Your Pots & Pans

18. To Shine Your Shoes

19. To Get Rid of Soap Scum

20. To Give Your Plants A Green Glow

In The Kitchen:

21. To Condition Your Cutting Boards

22. As a Butter Alternative

23. As a Snack

24. For Natural Non-Stick Baking

Home Remedies:

25. As a Natural Sleep Aid

26. To Make Your Own Vapor Rub

27. As a Toothpaste

28. As a Natural Insect Repellent

29. For an Upset Stomach

30. For Itchy Skin

31. For Oil Pulling

33. You can use your imagination to come up with many more uses!

Nutritionally, coconut oil contains lauric acid, which is an immune system booster. Coconut oil also has antibiotic, antiviral and anti fungal properties. Coconut oil's medium chain triglycerides, have also been shown to benefit patients with dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

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