The coconut provides a nutritious source of meat, juice, milk, and oil that has fed and nourished populations around the world for generations. On many islands coconut is a staple in the diet and provides the majority of the food eaten. Nearly one third of the world's population depends on coconut to some degree for their food and their economy. Among these cultures the coconut has a long and respected history.
Coconut is highly nutritious and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is classified as a "functional food" because it provides many health benefits beyond its nutritional content. Coconut oil is of special interest because it possesses healing properties far beyond that of any other dietary oil and is extensively used in traditional medicine among Asian and Pacific populations. Pacific Islanders consider coconut oil to be the cure for all illness. The coconut palm is so highly valued by them as both a source of food and medicine that it is called "The Tree of Life." Only recently has modern medical science unlocked the secrets to coconut's amazing healing powers.
I have done an extensive amount of research on the coconut and am pleased to provide you with several posts which discuss the many health benefits and uses for coconut. In addition to these posts, I am beginning a Coconut Health series which will tackle a specific health issue and how coconut products (mainly coconut oil) can aid in preventing, treating, and recovering from it.
I have also authored a wonderful ebook - Coconut Oil For Your Skin, Nourishing Your Body From The Outside In. Read more about it in my official Ebook launch post or over at my store.
Published Posts In The Coconut Health Series:
- 160 Uses for Coconut Oil
- Coconut Oil and Blood Type O
- Coconut Oil and Dementia (Including Alzheimer’s)
- Coconut Oil and Digestive Disorders/Colon Health
- Coconut Oil For Hashimoto’s and Thyroid Issues
- Coconut Oil and Oil Pulling
- Coconut and Pregnancy (coconut products in general are discussed)
- Coconut Oil as an Herbicide (AKA Weed Killer)
- Coconut Oil Unleashed – Reader Questions Answered
- Eating Traditional Foods and The Blood Type Diet (coconut oil is discussed in this post but not the focus)
- How to Consume Coconut Oil Plus Coconut Candy Recipes
- Let’s Talk About Fats Baby! (discusses coconut oil as a healthy source of fat in your diet)
- Nipples, Lady Bits, Coconut Oil – Oh My!
