101 Uses for Coconut Oil

Health Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil:

Lowers cholesterol
Improves thyroid function
Aids with digestion
Stabilizes blood sugar
Suppresses the appetite
Treats Irritable Bowl Syndrome
Improves immune function
Relieves stress
Increases metabolism
Works as a natural energy boost
Moisturizes dry or chapped nostrils
Soothes achy muscles
Prevents dandruff- when used as a shampoo
Treats eczema or psoriasis- by ingesting and using topically
Treats ringworm
Soothes sore throats- when gargled with
Cures yeast infections- both internal and external
Promotes weight loss
Treats cold sores
Treats pink eye
Prevents hangnails- when rubbed into the cuticle
Treats small cuts and scrapes
Treats minor skin irritations
Treats bee stings or insect bites
Treats hemorrhoids
Prevents and cures urinary tract infections
Clears up acne
Assists with menopausal dryness
Eliminates congestion
Prevents gingivitis
Treats rosacea
Removes warts
Soothes dry/itchy eyes
Treats jock itch
Eliminates head lice
Eliminates nausea- when rubbed on the inside of the wrist
Relieves sunburn pain
Works as a natural lubricant- not to be used with latex
Treats athlete’s foot
Prevents swimmer’s ear
Eliminates bad breath
Treats hives

Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil to New or Expectant Mothers:

Helps to prevent gestational diabetes
Assists in removing newborn meconium
Soothes diaper rash
Increases milk production
Soothes chapped or cracked nipples due to nursing
Soothes pain due to teething
Cures Cradle Cap

Beauty and Hygiene Benefits

Eliminates stretch marks
Smooths wrinkles
Works as a facial scrub- when mixed with baking soda
Conditions lips as an ingredient in natural lip balm
Works as a deep conditioner for hair
Prevents natural body odor when rubbed under the arms
Cleanses skin as a natural soap
Removes makeup
Moisturizes as a bath oil
Eliminates dry or cracked heels
Eliminates and fades ages spots
Cleans mascara brushes
Conditions eye lashes
Moisturizes and firms the skin around the eye
Works as a natural face wash
Prevents hair dye from running onto the face when rubbed along the hairline
Minimizes the appearance of pores
Strengthens nails
Improves skin tone
Prevents sagging skin

Cooking Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil:

A healthy addition to salad oils
Substitutes for vegetable oils in baked goods
Substitutes for frying oils
Substitutes for butter
Tenderizes roast meats
Adds nutrients to soups and stews
Sweetens teas and coffees
Flavors ice cubes for cold drinks

Other Household Benefits of Coconut Oil:

Conditions cutting boards
Polishes metal
Moisturizes leather
Seasons cast iron skillets
Replaces WD-40
Creates a natural insect repellant when mixed with peppermint oil
Prevents freezer burn
Cleanses tubs and showers
Polishes stainless steel
Cleans barbecues
Removes wax
Removes insects from bumpers
Removes sap
Unsticks stubborn zippers
Polishes shoes
Lubricates bike chains
Shines plant leaves
Lubricates guitar strings
Removes gum from hair and fabrics
Replaces other oils in play dough and Goo recipes

Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil to Your Pet:

Improves bad breath
Shampoos and conditions fur
Eliminates fleas and ticks
Prevents kitty litter from sticking to the tray