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I’m Coo Coo for Coconut Oil

October 10, 2013 by Rochelle Griffin 34 Comments

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Coconut Oil

I’m Coo Coo for Coconut Oil

by Rochelle Griffin

About a year ago, I was introduced to the wonderful world of coconut oil. For many years, I stayed from any oil in general because I grew up with the notion that oil was bad for you…for your heart, your cholesterol, and most definitely your weight. Turns out, I was wrong.

Coconut oil can be used in a multitude of ways, but I’m getting a bit ahead of myself. Let’s talk about the oil itself first.

Not all coconut oils are created the same, so do your homework. The more inexpensive brands are typically not made from fresh coconuts. They are made from copra, the dried meat of the coconut, which must then be refined, bleached, and deodorized. If you’ve tried coconut oil before and had a less than pleasurable experience, it was probably oil made from copra.

I prefer virgin coconut oil, which is made from fresh coconut meat (non-copra.) Chemicals and heat aren’t needed to refine this oil because it’s so pure and stable.

Coconut oil is extremely versatile. I love that you can safely cook with it. When it’s heated, it doesn’t become hydrogenated and toxic as other oils do. It remains stable even at higher temperatures needed for deep-frying. My child, who knows what he likes and doesn’t like, will vouch for the yummy flavor it produces in our foods.

There are many health advantages as well. Here is a short-list of researched benefits that may occur when using coconut oil:

  • Kills candida (yeast)
  • Kills fungus
  • Kills parasites
  • Improves insulin use in our body
  • Increases digestion
  • Helps fat-soluble vitamins absorb
  • Improves skin diseases including acne, eczema, and psoriasis
  • Promotes weight loss and preserves muscle mass
  • May reverse some effects of Alzheimer’s disease
  • Boosts metabolism

You may be thinking Ok, Rochelle, I want to add coconut oil into my life but HOW?

Honestly it’s much easier than you think.

With cooking or baking, use it just like any other oil. We use it for all of our cooking and baking. I use it to make homemade oil/vinegar salad dressing. I love to drizzle it on my veggies. I even like it in my morning coffee!

**Please know that at room temperature the oil is a solid. It totally freaked me out the first time because I wasn’t expecting that. Once it’s heated, it turns into a liquid.

There are plenty of other uses for coconut oil besides in the kitchen. It’s fantastic as a hair conditioner…and you get the health benefits of the oil because it absorbs in the scalp. You can also use it for things like:

  • Skin moisturizer
  • Stretch mark prevention during pregnancy
  • Eye makeup remover
  • Chap stick
  • Reducing insect bite or poison ivy itch
  • Diaper cream
  • Massage oil
  • Soothing psoriasis

We use so much of it in our home that I buy it in gallon containers. I have a feeling we may graduate to 5-gallon containers very soon. I’m often asked where I buy it. Personally I don’t purchase from the local grocery store because it’s not the quality that I desire. I purchase the Virgin Coconut Oil from a company called Tropical Traditions (no I don’t get a kickback for mentioning them) and have it shipped to me.

In short, remember that you are your best advocate. Be pro-active and do your research with any of your food choices. Based on everything that I’ve read and researched, I’m very comfortable, confident, and happy to have coconut oil in my life and in my family’s. 

To Living Your Best Life,

Rochelle Griffin, RN BSN FDN-P

Coach Ro Rochelle Griffin, The Wellness Detective™, is a Registered Nurse (with over 22 years experience) & a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition™ Practitioner who has transitioned her love for fitness, health, & freedom into a 7-figure International company that now helps others live Their Best Life.

She founded Your Best Life, Inc with her husband Keith after stepping onto the edge of physical ruin with her health & the health of their young son. Having experienced a complete turn-around, they now desire to give hope & support to those who are dissatisfied with their current situation.

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Filed Under: Health & Fitness Tagged With: coconut oil, cooking, healthy, weight loss

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  1. Gerald says

    October 10, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    I use LouAna as I don’t like the smell or taste of coconut in my foods, particularly eggs. I know that brand is more refined, and maybe has less medicinal properties, but it tastes better. Unless you know of another brand?

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      October 11, 2013 at 8:03 am

      I love Tropical Traditions brand and love it. You can find them online. The link is in the article. 🙂

      Reply
  2. wima says

    October 10, 2013 at 10:57 pm

    I use c. Oil for my skin. I love it !

    Reply
  3. Kimberly says

    October 30, 2013 at 9:37 am

    I had no idea coconut oil was so versatile. Thanks for the info, I’m going to check it out now

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      October 30, 2013 at 11:57 am

      Yep, it’s awesome stuff!

      Reply
  4. Angie says

    November 10, 2013 at 9:05 am

    How is it used for acne? I really want to try it on my daughter, the dermatologist is getting kinda expensive.

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      November 11, 2013 at 9:38 am

      Coconut oil has anti-bacterial properties, so a small dab on the skin can help. Do your due-diligence and research it. Especially since your daughter is being treated by a physician. 🙂

      Reply
    • Cindy Fort says

      March 24, 2015 at 1:09 pm

      You might also look into using a probiotic for a while, especially if you have ever given her anti-biotics…our pediatrician recommended a probiotic for my teen’s mild “back-ne” and it is helping. Acne is sometimes related to candida overgrowth – and coconut oil is also good to limit candida, but a probiotic may be necessary for – maybe a month? We are on month two and I plan on stopping the probiotic when the back-ne is mostly clear to see what happens next…

      Reply
  5. Di says

    November 10, 2013 at 10:51 am

    Ive been looking into taking the oil but not sure how much to take daily. I really enjoy cooking with. Using it for my feet when dry, our dogs love it drizzle on there dog food.
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      November 11, 2013 at 9:39 am

      I typically do a couple Tbsps per day. It’s the most versatile stuff that’s good for you! Just don’t forget to still count the calories. 😉

      Reply
  6. Annick says

    November 10, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    I started using organic coconut oil on my face about a week ago but had to stop, my face was getting red.
    Was I doing right, putting much or that my face is just to sensitive for it?
    I’m just afraid to try it again, but heard so many good thing about it.

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      November 11, 2013 at 9:40 am

      Hard to say why that happened, Annick. I would try a smaller amount on a small section of my skin and see if there’s a reaction.

      Reply
  7. Maura Quinn says

    May 4, 2014 at 7:37 pm

    What about on dry scalp?

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      May 5, 2014 at 10:52 am

      Totally! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Sarah Gillen says

    July 12, 2014 at 8:11 am

    What about capsules?

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      July 13, 2014 at 12:54 pm

      I don’t see why not if it’s the same quality oil as you cook with, although because it’s so yummy on food, I wouldn’t go that route. Try drizzling it on your veggies or cooking with it. You won’t look back.

      Reply
  9. Leslie Long says

    August 18, 2014 at 11:04 am

    I just read an article on oil pulling where you swish 1Tbs. of oil for 20 minutes then spit it out. This method us great for teeth whitening and also reduces chronic bad breath.

    Reply
    • Cindy Fort says

      March 24, 2015 at 1:10 pm

      that does work! I’ve tried it…good if you have sensitive teeth or gums, too…

      Reply
  10. Maria says

    October 5, 2014 at 11:37 am

    Any books you can recommend?

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      October 9, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      For what specifically, Maria?

      Reply
  11. Dawn says

    October 5, 2014 at 5:34 pm

    Cant wait to try some of these tips

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      October 9, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      Let me know! 🙂

      Reply
  12. Shirley says

    October 6, 2014 at 8:58 pm

    Hi, can i use the coconut oil on my face or the one that is sold in the pharmacy, thanks.

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      October 9, 2014 at 1:09 pm

      Sure! 🙂

      Reply
  13. Opal says

    December 23, 2014 at 2:24 pm

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    Reply
  14. Ramona Lillard says

    March 24, 2015 at 7:43 am

    I have been coconut oil missed with baking soda and lemon (essential oils) for tooth paste; and also just coconut oil and the lemon oil for moisturizer. I have been using is on my face and eyes as well; I am really enjoying it!!

    Reply
  15. Josue Nieves says

    March 24, 2015 at 10:21 am

    For years I have heard about this, but never really got all the information, until now. I will be buying a gallon, will use it along with olive oil.

    Reply
  16. Cindy Fort says

    March 24, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    Rochelle,

    You said you used in your coffee – I think I want to try that! Do you do that for flavor or sweetener or….what? I am thinking that will be a good way to remember to take a teaspoon of it. Also, how much do you use (I’ll use this info to find my starting place…)

    Reply
  17. Michelle says

    April 28, 2015 at 9:19 am

    I’ve been using c oil for hair and skin for awhile now. I would love to start using it in the kitchen. thanks for the information …

    Reply
  18. Anne Lawhon says

    April 28, 2015 at 9:36 am

    When using it for baking do you melt it and than measue?

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      May 22, 2015 at 3:05 pm

      Exactly! 🙂

      Reply
  19. Donna says

    April 28, 2015 at 2:42 pm

    how do I use this for weight loss? and I have been using it for really dry skin seems to be working I only started a few days ago so will see I’ve tried so many lotions nothing works

    Reply
    • Rochelle Griffin says

      May 22, 2015 at 3:05 pm

      It’s a healthy fat that you incorporate into your diet. Of course it still has calories that you need to take into account. 😉

      Reply
  20. Samantha says

    June 11, 2015 at 1:18 pm

    I use it as a exfoliate I melt a couple tablespoons and add sugar to it put it in the freezer let it harden a little . Love love this stuff !

    Reply

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