Ahhhh Yes Virgin Coconut Oil

Yippee, it is a full moon today...the sky will be clear, it will be a gorgeous night for a harvest moon.

So did I mention organic virgin coconut oil? It is made from the meat of fresh coconuts and there is a distinct aroma and taste of coconut.

Virgin coconut oil is a fantastic medium chain fatty acid rich oil that you can cook with, spread on toast, enjoy in smoothies, tea or coffee, and use externally on your skin.

Medicinal properties abound and because it is a stable oil, coconut oil can be heated. 1-3 tablespoons per day is the recommended amount to receive benefits from the oil. The active ingredient, lauric acid which is also present in human breast milk, is anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, and increases metabolism. Weight loss, digestive issues, thyroid balancing, skin health, candida yeast conditions and lowering cholesterol levels are all issues that are somewhat addressed with regular coconut consumption.

Melting point is 76 degrees, so coconut oil makes an excellent skin moisturizer, melting as it touches your skin. Some would even attest to its amazing sun screen capabilities.

I put a teaspoon of coconut oil in each cup of coffee or tea that I drink and can't go with out it now. I make my eggs, popcorn and stir fries with a combination of organic virgin coconut oil and virgin olive oil. I put 1 T of coconut oil in my smoothies also.

For three years now, I've been on the coconut oil regimen. Olive oil and sesame oil are the only other oils I have in my kitchen. What I have noticed most about consistently consuming coconut oil is soft, nice skin and an consistently increased energy level--rarely do I feel sluggish and if I do, it doesn't last too long. One more thing I notice is that coconut oil fills me up so I don't crave a ton of carbs and sugary food.

In the winter months, it is good to stayed well-oiled and lubed from the inside out...the extra fats keep us Minnesotans way warmer than if we were doing the low-fat thing. All the muscles and joints work better, too, I believe.

www.tropicaltraditions.com is the quickest way to find out more about virgin coconut oil and it is available through them or at my store. www.wise traditions.com and www.mercola.com also discuss the benefits of coconut oil. Check it out. Enjoy. Stay oiled. You'll work better! Afterall, WE are bodies/machines/temples, yes?