Does Coconut Oil Help With Abdominal Fat?

What does a review of the evidence on the effects of coconut oil on weight loss and belly fat find? 

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Dr. Greger is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Greger is licensed as a general practitioner specializing in clinical nutrition. Currently he proudly serves as the public health director at the Humane Society of the United States. Dr. Greger is a graduate of the Cornell University School of Agriculture and the Tufts University School of Medicine.

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Coconut Oil and the Boost in HDL "Good" Cholesterol

The effects of coconut oil were compared to butter and tallow. Even if virgin coconut oil and other saturated fats raise LDL “bad” cholesterol, isn’t that countered by the increase in HDL “good” cholesterol?

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NUTRITIONFACTS.ORG is a strictly non-commercial, science-based public service provided by Dr. Michael Greger, providing free updates on the latest in nutrition research via bite-sized videos. There are more than a thousand videos on nearly every aspect of healthy eating, with new videos and articles uploaded every day. NutritionFacts.org was launched with seed money and support by the Jesse & Julie Rasch Foundation. Incorporated as a 501c3 nonprofit charity, NutritionFacts.org now relies on individual donors to keep the site alive.

Dr. Greger is a physician, New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition, food safety, and public health issues. A founding member and Fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine, Dr. Greger is licensed as a general practitioner specializing in clinical nutrition. Currently he proudly serves as the public health director at the Humane Society of the United States. Dr. Greger is a graduate of the Cornell University School of Agriculture and the Tufts University School of Medicine.

His latest book, How Not to Die, became an instant New York Times Best Seller. 100% of all proceeds he has ever received from his books, DVDs, and speaking engagements has always and will always be donated to charity. Dr. Greger receives no compensation for his work on NutritionFacts.org.

10 Tips - Using Coconut Oil for Fantastic Skin

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Coconut oil is more than just a kitchen staple. It’s actually a very versatile product you can use for health and beauty.

The oil makes a great solution to skin dryness, infections, and dull skin. It also has positive effects on health conditions, like cholesterol issues and even diabetes.

If the idea of applying coconut oil on your skin still makes you cringe, here are a few quick facts to convince you.

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Hannah Do is the founder of Thank Your Skin, a beauty blog dedicated to provide honest skin care advice and information. She aspires to help her readers achieve their most beautiful skin by sharing personal tips learned through both years of experience and thorough research. Check out ThankYourSkin.com to learn more about her work. You can find her on TwitterPinterest, and Facebook.

5 Healthy Reasons to Cook With Coconut Oil

by Leah Rodriguez | Foodista.com

You may have noticed the the golden child of cooking oil, olive oil, has been kicked off its pedestal. It has seen some fierce competition from rival coconut oil. The rising popularity of specialty diets has also triggered the increased use of coconut oil. This fat is used as a substitute for other popular fats in sweet and savory cooking and for good reason.

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Coconut to Naturally Curb Sugar Cravings

One of the best ways to refresh yourself after time outside is with coconut water. Once relegated to hot yoga studios, coconut water is now the “go to” choice for smart, natural hydration. It’s filled with natural sugars and electrolytes that curb sugar cravings naturally, and give you energy after sweating, time in the sun, or time in the studio.

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Sunita is a functional nutritionist and women's health expert. She strives to be  a "science guide in a sea of health fluff" to help people navigate the overwhelm of online advice to find real solutions for their specific biology, lifestyle, and health goals. She blends fact-based science with Ayurveda principles, life hacking, and mind-body wellness. For more tips on how to live a nourished life without driving yourself crazy check out www.nourishnutrition.com. You can also get free access to Sunita's guide: 7 Steps to Naturally Balance Hormones and Boost Energy Here

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Two halves of a split coconut on white background.
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External Oil Coconut oil is more than just a kitchen staple. It’s actually a very versatile product you can use for health and beauty. The oil makes a great solution to skin dryness,... read more
glass bottle of coconut oil with coconut halves
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by Leah Rodriguez | Foodista.com You may have noticed the the golden child of cooking oil, olive oil, has been kicked off its pedestal. It has seen some fierce competition from rival coconut oil.... read more
two coconut halves
02/17/2015
One of the best ways to refresh yourself after time outside is with coconut water. Once relegated to hot yoga studios, coconut water is now the “go to” choice for smart, natural hydration. It’s... read more
Cracked half coconut on table with bottle of oil and bowl of shredded coconut
10/25/2021
What does a review of the evidence on the effects of coconut oil on weight loss and belly fat find?  I begin my video Flashback Friday: Coconut Oil and... read more
Jar of coconut oil with wooden scoop.
03/11/2021
The effects of coconut oil were compared to butter and tallow. Even if virgin coconut oil and other saturated fats raise LDL “bad” cholesterol, isn’t that countered by the increase in HDL “good”... read more
Two halves of a split coconut on white background.
04/14/2017
External Oil Coconut oil is more than just a kitchen staple. It’s actually a very versatile product you can use for health and beauty. The oil makes a great solution to skin dryness,... read more
glass bottle of coconut oil with coconut halves
01/16/2016
by Leah Rodriguez | Foodista.com You may have noticed the the golden child of cooking oil, olive oil, has been kicked off its pedestal. It has seen some fierce competition from rival coconut oil.... read more
two coconut halves
02/17/2015
One of the best ways to refresh yourself after time outside is with coconut water. Once relegated to hot yoga studios, coconut water is now the “go to” choice for smart, natural hydration. It’s... read more