New Year New Diet
How do you find the right diet? Starting a new diet is a trademark of the new year. Countless people begin afresh to detox from the holidays, establish healthy diets, and add in regular exercise. If you search for the word ‘diet’, no doubt you will be inundated with various options – all claiming to be the best. … Continue reading
Coconut Oil Oatmeal Pancakes
Coconut oil make the best pancakes! For awhile now, pancakes made with coconut oil have topped the list of our favorite breakfast foods. The flavor is unbeatable and of course there are the health benefits! The oatmeal in these pancakes boosts the nutrition and sticks with you which keeps you full longer. These are a Saturday morning staple around here. … Continue reading
Coconut Oil for Diabetics
Coconut oil can be beneficial for diabetics. The news of the amazing benefits of coconut oil has spread far and wide. The ever-popular tv personality, Dr. Oz, has featured coconut oil and discussed at length the positive effects of coconut oil on our bodies. It was noted in a 2012 article on his website that: Studies have show that intake … Continue reading
Coconut Oil for Diet
Coconut Oil as a Healthy Diet Addition Coconut oil can be an excellent and safe diet aid. It acts as an appetite suppressant when taken 20-30 minutes before your meal. It also causes you to feel fuller longer which helps decrease snacking. Coconut oil can give an energy boost as well and is safe for athletes! It can actually increase … Continue reading
Use Coconut Oil in your Stir Fry for a Great Flavor
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
Strawberry and Blueberry Coconut Oil Smoothie Recipe
Try a little coconut oil in your smoothie for a health kick Are you on a coconut oil kick? It is difficult to imagine adding a cooking oil to your smoothie. Coconut oil isn’t like other oils. It has a light taste with a hint of coconut. The health benefits of adding a spoonful of coconut oil are worth a little … Continue reading
Why is Coconut Oil better than Butter
Coconut Oil is Vegan and Dairy Free Unlike other oils, coconut oil consists of an unusual blend of medium fatty chain acids including 44% lauric and 16.8% myristic acids. This unusual make up of acids may be where the secret to the health benefits of coconut oil lie. These fatty acids go to the liver and form ketone bodies that can provide a … Continue reading
Coconut Sugar Scrub Recipe
The Coconut is a naturally good food In fact, the coconut is considered a Superfood However, there are many uses for coconut oil that don’t require eating it. Coconut Oil has a combination of fatty acids that produce positive health benefits including an instant source of energy. Once you are feeling rejuvenated inside why not rejuvenate the outside too. … Continue reading
Community Supported Agriculture
Community Supported Agriculture provides healthy produce! Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) season is just around the corner. One of the best ways to get involved with sustainable agriculture, to enjoy non-gmo produce, and to support small business is through participating in a CSA! It’s an amazing opportunity to know exactly where your food is produced and to have a personal relationship … Continue reading
Coconut Oil Beauty Uses
10 Uses of Coconut Oil for Beauty! So, let’s talk some more about topical beauty ideas for coconut oil! Often coconut oil is relegated to kitchen uses and recipes, but it’s important to note that there are so many more ideas for adding this healthy oil to your lives. There are great ways to use coconut oil for awesome beauty … Continue reading
