10 Beauty Benefits Of Coconut Oil

October 31, 2013 by  

Coconut oil is an amazing beauty oil, here are some favorite ways to use this nourishing tropical oil.

Whipped Cream Lotion with Coconut Oil

October 30, 2013 by  

Here is a creamy, dreamy, lightweight, whipped cream coconut lotion. It is so light and leaves your skin feeling silky smooth. It is also incredibly easy to make. To successfully make this luxurious cream, you will need a mixing bowl with a whisk mixer and a clean 8 ounce container. Whipped Cream Lotion   4 oz unrefined shea butter 2 … Continue reading

Coconut Oil for Babies

October 26, 2013 by  

Did you know that you can use coconut oil for babies?  Here are a few of the amazing uses for babies: 1) Diaper Rash Cream: It makes a safe diaper rash cream – just rub coconut oil on the affected area. That means no more yucky (and often unknown) additives on your baby’s new skin. A big bonus is that it … Continue reading

Hearty Coconut Oil Granola Recipe

October 24, 2013 by  

Granola makes for a nutritious and hearty breakfast or snack. Using coconut oil in place of butter or other oils in granola not only adds great flavor but it is also nutritionally better! This simple granola (inspired by The Cooks Next Door) is easy to customize by using different types of nut or dried fruit. You can also use honey or … Continue reading

Brown Sugar Coconut Blueberry Muffins

October 20, 2013 by  

These very easy muffins are from Alida’s Kitchen. They feature coconut oil which is so versatile and delicious and also includes shredded coconut in the topping. They are quick to make and perfect for breakfast, snacks, pitch-ins, bake sales and more! Frozen blueberries work well when fresh ones are out of season.  You could easily bake a couple of batches and freeze them to have on … Continue reading

The coconut has been around for years, but we are only recently touting its benefits.

October 17, 2013 by  

  Some history on the benefits of the Coconut   In this day and age, we are bombarded with information by social media, infomercials, billboards-the list goes on and on.  Companies scramble to offer us the latest and greatest products, and we want to believe.  They’re so convincing!  If a prolific personality touts a product’s virtue, then it must be worth … Continue reading

Coconut Oil Beauty Tips From Giada De Laurentiis

October 13, 2013 by  

Coconut oil has many beauty uses–it can moisturize your skin and hair, all while sprucing up a healthy diet. In this video Celebrity Chef and Natural Instincts Spokeswoman Giada De Laurentiis talks about how she incorporates coconut oil into her everyday regimen and in her recipes. Watch the video to get her tips and find out how coconut oil can … Continue reading

Healthy Veggie and Pasta Salad Recipe

October 13, 2013 by  

Healthy, Warm, Veggie Pasta Salad   From the Garden to the table this pasta salad is fast, delicious, vegetarian, and healthy. There are only six simple ingredients!   Ingredients 3        Cups of Penne pasta 2        Cups of grape tomatoes halved 1/2    Cup of grated Parmesan cheese 1        Tbsp. of Hearty Naturals … Continue reading

Use Coconut Oil in your Stir Fry for a Great Flavor

October 9, 2013 by  

Coconut Oil Vegetable Stir fry Recipe The latest craze is healthy eating and healthy living. Using coconut oil in cooking can get you started down a path to a successful lifestyle change.  Making the switch to coconut oil offers many health benefits.  Here is a healthy vegetable stir fry recipe that begins with coconut oil. Ingredients 1        Cup … Continue reading

Use Coconut Oil to make Scented Candles

October 6, 2013 by  

Make your own tropical paradise with Coconut Oil Candles Summer is officially over, but don’t fret!  If you aren’t quite ready to succumb to the scents of fall you can keep the tropical vibe alive with a little coconut aromatherapy!  The intoxicating scent of coconut can instantly transport anyone to a sultry, sandy paradise any time of the year.  And … Continue reading

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