101 Uses for Coconut Oil

101 Uses for Coconut Oil to support hair skin and health 101 Uses for Coconut Oil

I’ve said before that I am with coconut oil like the dad in “My Big Fat Green Wedding” is with windex… I use it for everything. Right now, I have a five gallon bucket of it sitting next to my desk because we use so much and I don’t have anywhere else to keep it…

If you’d like to learn more about the benefits of coconut oil, the Virgin Coconut Oil Book is a great resource and you’ll receive a free copy if you order anything from this company and it is your first time ordering (no need to order the book, it will add to cart automatically if you use this link and it is your first order).

Today, I’m sharing my top 101 (yes 101!!) uses for coconut oil:

Uses for Coconut Oil

In cooking as a great oil with a high smoke point. Great for baking, stir-frys or as a dairy free replacement to butter.
Taken supplementally for daily energy.
As a coffee creamer when emulsified into coffee (The only way I’ll drink coffee)
On the skin as a basic lotion
In homemade lotion bars for soft, smooth skin
In homemade deodorant or deodorant bars
As an eye-makeup remover
As a cloth diaper safe diaper cream (just rub on baby’s bottom)
In making your own Remineralizing Toothpaste
To lighten age spots when rubbed directly on the skin
To prevent stretch marks during pregnancy
To support healthy thyroid function
In homemade Mayo without the high PUFA vegetable oils
To help increase sun tolerance and avoid burning
As a naturally SPF 4 sunscreen
In homemade lotion recipes
To get rid of cradle cap on baby- just massage in to head, leave on for a few minutes and gently rinse with a warm wash cloth
Topically to kill yeast or yeast infections
As a delicious tropical massage oil
It’s high Lauric acid and MCFA content helps boost metaboism
A tiny dab rubbed on your hands and then through hair will help get rid of friz
As an intensive nighttime facial moisturizer
Mixed with equal parts sugar for a smoothing body scrub (use in the shower)
Rubbed on lips as a natural chap stick
Topically, can help skin heal faster after injury or infection
Directly on the perineum to help heal after birth
As an incredibly intensive natural conditioner- Rub into dry hair, put a shower cap on and leave for several hours.
On feet to fight athlete’s foot or tor fungus
In place of Lanolin cream on nursing nipples to sooth irritation (also great for baby!)
Can help sooth psoriasis or eczema
There is some evidence that regular ingestion of coconut oil can help prevent or reverse Alzheimers
With apple cider vinegar as a natural treatment for lice that actually works
In natural Homemade Sunscreen
In healthy brain boosting snack for kids like Coconut Clusters
In a filling and energy boosting Brain Powder Smoothie
Rub coconut oil on the inside of your nose to help alleviate allergy symptoms
Nursing moms can take 3-4 tablespoons a day (and Vitamin D) to increase milk supply and nutrients
There is some evidence that coconut oil helps digestion and may even kill intestinal parasites or yeast
Mix a tablespoon with a tablespoon of chia seeds for an all-day energy boost (do NOT take this at night!)
Can help improve insulin levels
Oil pulling with coconut oil and a drop of oregano oil helps improve gum health
Can help improve cholesterol ratios
Blend a tablespoon into hot tea to help speed recovery from cold or flu
In Homemade Natural Bug-Off Lotion Bars
As a replacement for vegetable oils in any recipe
Better for high-temperature cooking than olive or vegetable oils
Can help reduce appearance of varicose veins
After initial heat is gone, can help speed healing of sunburn
Is an immediate source of energy when eaten and isn’t stored as fat
As a natural personal lubricant that won’t disturb vaginal flora
As a naturally antibacterial skin cream
In natural homemade diaper cream
As a natural shave cream and after shave lotion
When used consistently on skin it can help get rid of cellulite
To season cast iron skillets
It’s anti-inflammatory properties can help lessen arthritis
Can reduce the itch of mosquito bites
Can help resolve acne when used regularly
Can be rubbed into scalp daily to stimulate hair growth
I’ve used in kids ears to help speed ear infection healing
On split ends to de-frizz
A small amount can be rubbed into real leather to soften and condition (shiny leather only… test a small area first)
By itself as a great tanning oil
Mixed with salt to remove dry skin on feet
Can help speed weight loss when consumed daily
Can help improve sleep when taken daily
Can be used to speed healing of fungal infections when taken internally and used externally
A tablespoon melted into a cup of warm tea can help sooth a sore throat
To help sooth the itch of chicken pox or poison ivy
It has been shown to increase absorption of calcium and magnesium
Internally as part of the protocol to help remineralize teeth
Some evidence shows that the beneficial fats in coconut oil can help with depression and anxiety
By itself as a natural deodorant
By itself or with baking soda as a naturally whitening toothpaste
For pets struggling with skin issues when used externally
Some evidence suggests that the beneficial fats in coconut oil are helpful for those with Autism
In homemade vapor rub
As a safe cooking oil for deep frying
A tablespoon taken before each meal can help improve digestion
Can be taken in warm ginger tea to sooth heartburn or nausea
As a completely natural baby lotion
On hands after doing dishes to avoid dry skin
Mixed with catnip, rosemary or mint essential oils as a natural bug repellent
Can be used on mom’s nipple and baby’s mouth to help treat thrush
Many use it as an anti-aging facial moisturizer
Use to make coconut cream concentrate for a brain boosting snack
Can be used internally and externally to speed recovery from UTIs
When taken regularly, it can help fight candida
When taken regularly, it can boost hormone production
Can relieve the pain of hemorrhoids when used topically
Can boost circulation and help those who often feel cold
On cuticles to help nails grow
Rub into elbows daily to help alleviate dry, flaky elbows
Add to smoothies to give them a nutritional boost
Internally during pregnancy to help provide baby necessary fats for development (especially when taken with Fermented Cod Liver Oil)
In any recipes where vegetable oils are used
Whipped with shea butter for a soothing body balm
One reader swears by using coconut oil to treat yeast infection. She suggests soaking a tampon in it and inserting the tampon for a few hours.
Naturally clears up cold sores
Ingesting coconut oil daily can help with allergy symptoms
Ingesting coconut oil daily can increase mental alertness

You can also check out my recipe index or Start Here Page for many more recipes that use coconut oil!

What Kind of Coconut Oil?

For external uses, expeller pressed or other types of refined coconut oil will work, but for internal use, an unrefined virgin coconut oil is best. This book provides more information about the benefits of coconut oil and the difference in the types of coconut oil.

I also love that this company supports small family farms in the Philippines. We order in five-gallon pails, which is more expensive up-front but which saves a lot of money in the long term.

My husband and I both take about 4 tablespoons a day and the kids get a couple tablespoons in food, smoothies, or hot herbal tea.

Free Coconut Oil Book for You

If you’ve never ordered coconut oil before, now is your chance to try it. When you order through this link, you will get a copy of the Virgin Coconut Oil Book which explains the story of how they discovered this high nutrient coconut oil and the many ways it can be used to support health. The book will be automatically added the first time your order. Click here to get your free copy.

How many of these uses for Coconut Oil have you tried? What did I miss? Share your favorite uses for coconut oil below!

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http://www.loveandbacon.com loveandbacon

Oooh, I have to try #39.
Kati Ivey

I can’t wait to read through this list!…Slowly. I’m fairly new to coconut oil so I’m excited to find other uses for it beyond cooking. Thanks!
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=10234968 Laura Fran Labovitz

I’m printing this right now to hang on my wall! I use coconut oil for everything thanks to you, and now I have all the reasons/uses in one place!
http://twitter.com/CarrieHomemaker 20SomethingHomemaker

Holy. Moly.

You are an angel! I’ve already emailed this list to three people and I too will be hanging it up in a cabinet in my kitchen (should probably hang it in the bathroom and baby’s nursery too!).
Erin

Katie
How timely, I just asked on my last post if any readers knew of more benefits of coconut oil.
Anyhow we’ve been using coconut oil on our teens’ acne and it is definetly helping to clear it up, we’re also using it in the hope that it will improve/cure acne scars, we ‘think’ it could be but just not certain yet. A friend had a burn scar and the c oil took it away so we’re hoping. Have you heard of c oil or anything else as successful for acne scars?
Rebekka Hartmann

So do you just eat with a spoon?
http://wellnessmama.com Wellness Mama

Taking gelatin internally helped my c-section scar disappear, but I also rubbed coconut oil on it daily…
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Yep… or you can freeze in little pieces and swallow like pills if the texture gets you…
Cmkittka

Just ordered the expeller-pressed organic coconut oil and I am trying it out in my tea. I know you said above that I should take the virgin one but I dont like the taste of coconuts. Can I still benefit?
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You will still benefit, the virgin coconut oil just has a higher concentration…
Sugaroo2

I’ve been thinking of adding 1/4 cup of coconut oil to my daily regime, but to be honest, I’m a little nervous about weight gain. I’m gluten-free, but not paleo and still believe we DO have to consider calories (I know some people don’t). There are a lot of added calories in a 1/4 cup – what’s been your experience – or others, anyone had similar concerns? Thanks!
Renita

I have been using coconut oil for many years now.
It makes your popcorn taste like it used to in the movie theater.
I also noticed that if you are frying something in coconut oil and if it splatters on your hand it may burn at first but it doesn’t leave a blister. So from that I decided that is the best thing for using on all kinds of burns. Especially works good on sunburn.
I am so glad you did this. I also buy it by the 5 gal. bucket. I tell ever one to use it. It is awesome stuff.
Works if you have an itch somewhere it will take care of it.
Remember it is anti-fungal, anti-viral & anti-bacterial.
Maryalice

I got the organic expeller for the same reasons. If I’m cooking with it, I don’t want to be tasting coconut. Great idea about freezing little pieces to take as pills and I still have a problem with “eating/drinking” oil. LOL
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Coconut oil is actually unique in its high lauric acid and MCFA content so it is in a form that is readily absorbed as energy and not easily stored as fat. In the past, they attempted to give it to animals to make them gain weight (especially livestock) and they actually lost weight instead. You’ll probably notice if you start taking it, that you feel warm and your heart rate goes up at first as your metabolism increases. So long answer, but it shouldn’t cause any weight gain.
Kelseykelscoolio

Wow Katie- this is awesome. Thanks so much! I’m going to Bookmark it, FB it, tweet it, and pin it.

I’m only about 6 months into coconut oil and a OBSESSSED, so this will help fuel my obsession:)

Can you elaborate on #47- varicose veins? Do you just rub it on? How does it work topically? I’m only 27 and already have a spot. Hoping to find a natural way to get rid of it!!
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I havent had much personal experience with this one but it is supposed to help topically and internally
http://www.facebook.com/pariah.sighs Pariah Sighs

I can’t spring for the top-tier CCO, but I could manage the Organic Expeller-Pressed version. Is this variety good for ingesting?
KelseYKelScoolio

Hmmm… I’ll test it and let you know!
Mauri

I used it as a furniture polish/cleaner for my expected baby’s crib. I got my old crib after almost 30 years in an attic and it needed some love. My dad told me to use furniture wax, but I wasn’t comfortable with that since it’s likely that my little girl will at some point explore it with her mouth. It worked wonderfully!
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Great idea.
BasicIngredients

This is a great handy list! Oh all the reasons to love coconut oil! I find that I can hardly live without it. It’s an AMAZING weight loss aid. I did a one day fast with mostly coconut oil (and was not hungry) and felt so good and lost a lot of weight. After using so much coconut oil the doctor told me to gain weight! Love it, Love it . . .
Vpagano

Also works great for polishing stainless steel and keeping the finger prints down
Suzanne R

You forgot a tasty and effective personal lubricant
Elena

Unrelated to this post, I have not received the meal plans for a while. Please tell me what to do to start receiving them again.
Thank you.
Elena
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Elena, they switched to a newer system and you were grandfathered in. You should have gotten an email with your new login and password, and from there, you can access all the meal plans and generate your own. If you didn’t get it, email me at: katie (at) wellnessmama (dot) com and I’ll see if I can resend it manually.
Mrs Elliott88

You said that refined oil will work for external use. But will unrefined work best for both? I ordered some Tropical Traditions coconut oil and am wondering if that would be best to use for everything or if I should get refined oil for external use.
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Unrefined is definitely best if you have it. I use Tropical Traditions for everything.
http://profile.yahoo.com/LWJSDUFCZJAQ7CH6PZY3Q6AZEM Grandma

That’s why I ordered the expeller organic … don’t like the taste of coconuts in my veggies or coffee. And they had a special of order 1 and get 1 free so now I can take some to my daughter and get her started on it.
Mrs Elliott88

Ok thanks. I got mine the other day, love it! It smells great. The only thing is, it won’t stay solid. I keep my house at around 72 degrees, but it’s still a liquid. And putting it in the fridge makes it super hard. Oh well. thanks for the great article!
Mindy

How did you eat it? I have dry chia seeds. Did you grind them up with coconut oil? I want to try it but I’m not sure how to get it down without feeling gross.
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I usually make a paste of coconut oil and whole chia seeds, and sometimes add dates…
Kristie

You really meant 101! I thought it was just a catchy title!
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I just mixed whole seeds with the oil. I may try grinding them up next time, because it was a bit… crunchy. And a little gross. There’s a mention above about freezing it in pill-sized pieces and swallowing it; I may try that as well.
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I have found that using expeller pressed coconut oil works better for my body butter vs. the coconut nutty scented ones… the essential oils that I use are Jasmine and lemongrass, and my last batch of body butter I used Nutiva’s organic coconut oil and it smells so nutty (great smell, you just want to eat it), but not mixed with Jasmine… oh well. You live and learn!
Sammie

Keratosis pilaris aka chicken skin
Erin

I knew of Katie’s recommendation for using coconut oil topically – as a lotion – but hadn’t ever tried it until a few weeks ago I was scooping it out with my hands to grease up a muffin pan. After I was done, I rubbed the leftovers all over my arms… and I have been hooked ever since! The longevity of its moisturizing effects really amazes me – and my skin feels so cleanly moist! I love it!
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Please share… how did you do your fast?
C.

Hello, does anyone know if it’s reduces fine lines and wrinkles?
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It has for me (and helped heal stretch marks) when I use it externally and take internally along with gelatin and use magnesium exgternally… does wonders!
Gabriela

hi!
I am SO HAPPY i discovered your blog, congrats and thank you for taking the time do share your wonderful knowledge with all of us
: D

I have a Q about using coconut oil as a night face wash, is this ok instead of using any other face washes, I kinda want to stop using Cetaphil facewash.
I think it would be a better option for removing face makeup too not just eye-makeup, yes?
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Definitely a better option and it works as a face wash and makeup remover.
Gabriela

Thanks for your response! Also, do you have a recommendation in regards to how many times a week one can exfoliate the face with sugar + coconut oil?
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Plain coconut oil works great, but adding the sugar in 1-2 times a week will keep skin really smooth…
Gabriela

Got it! Thank you.
BostonMum

This is great, thanks! As a butter substitute, do you use a 1:1 ratio?
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Yep
BostonMum

I was completely skeptical about the coffee, but just whipped up a big cup in my vitamix blender…WOW! So awesome and I didn’t need any sweetener (as a vegan, I skipped the butter). I also put some in a smoothie (pineapple, kale, carrot and apple) for my kids and they loved it too. Thanks so much!
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=79102878 Andrea Caballeros

I have been hearing about the benefits of coconut oil and how fat does NOT make you fat but I have a hard time wrapping my head around it. Do you have any research, or know where I can get it, about why fat is good for us and what types of fat? I have been sick for a while and I am trying to eat better so I am going grain, legumes and dairy free to see how my body reacts. I would still like to read more research on how this is good for me. Thanks for any help!
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The book “Why We Get Fat and What To Do About It” by Gary Taubes addresses this in depth. In short, go for fats found in nature (coconut oil, grassfed meats, grassfed butter, grassfed tallow, avocado, olive oil, etc) and avoid the ones created in labs (margarine, vegetable oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and anything that comes in a box or bag…)
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Thanks… im getting the book as we speak!
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Danielle

Anytime I burn myself with an iron or hair straightener I apply coconut oil immediately and it takes away that initial hot burning feeling. I also had to put it on my poor cats paws when he stepped in something corrosive outside, which healed them right up.
PS cats also love the taste of C-oil and it is very good for their coats!
mo bius

Thanks for Tropical Traditions: They are having a a great two fer sale on 32 oz of their coconut oil, with free shipping…this is a far lower price for far higher quality than I can get at my local grocery..and you can’t beat free shipping, which I see they do occasionally!!
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I agree with this. I have s very strict diet that I maintain to keep myself in top shape for boxing. I started eating this regularly. No weight gain, in fact have lost weight, have more energy, and I feel like my appetite is smaller. I have noticed some affects on my body temperature as I tend to always be very cold due to poor circulation. I only expect this to improve with prolonged regular use. This stuff is nothing short of a miracle. It has also cleared my acne and other skin issues. Amazing!
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May not apply to everyone, but did wonders to heal my tattoos in half the time and kept them from peeling, which is how color is lost while healing.
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awesome info, thank you!
Elena

Your blog is amazing! Was wondering whether you get the same benefits of eating it raw as you do when you cook/fry with it?
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I featured this list on my blog today: http://healthyandfrugalinvirginia.wordpress.com/2013/01/01/happy-new-year/
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angeal

I spread some coconut oil and Nuetella on some graham crackers for a tasty snack and sometimes add some bananas
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http://twitter.com/spenzr Spence

Of the 90% saturated fat, about 2/3 of it is lauric acid. Big deal.
About 1/3 of it is myrristic acid and pamitic acid, which are the two
worst sat fats for you and it is more than what is in lard.

It fails on all accounts except one out of like 20.
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If you start from the premise that saturated fat is harmful… which I don’t… but I also eat lard
kate

Is there any disadvantage to whipping coconut oil in a blender?
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Not that I’m aware of…
Alana

How do you prepare #39? Mix a tablespoon with a tablespoon of chia seeds for an all-day energy boost..do you grind the chia seeds? do you mix melted oil w/ chia seeds and just drink / eat?
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Alisa

I don’t have any human children yet, but my dogs and cats are my stand-ins for now. We all get a bit of coconut oil in the morning, and the furries have the most beautifully shiny coats! They love it so much, that the moment they hear the jar opening, they all come running!
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I would be very careful if you are using a crib that is that old, they have found a lot of designs are dangerous even fatal, please use with caution or reconsider
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hnkids3

Is there a certain kind? I think I got the wrong stuff. I love coconut , so I’m not worried about taste or anything. But I got pure coconut oil by louana … That’s the only kind I could find at my local store.
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Deidra

I have been looking for something like this! Thank you
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Hailey

I ordered a five gallon pain through your link and did not receive a free book. Can you let me know what I need to do to get it? Thanks!
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I use Gold Label from Tropical Traditions and love that brand, but just make sure what you use is organic and unrefined…
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I’d email them through the contact form on their site with your order number and they should get it to you ASAP.
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lfarris01@yahoo.com

What am I suppose to mix with the coconut oil to use for eczame? Also what to mix with to use for cellulite?
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Dee Shelton

A lot of cribs didn’t have drop side railing back then. Most accidents with cribs happen from neglect from the parents and bad design from the Chinese. I bet that bed is made better than almost every crib on the market today.
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I use on the skin for eczema and internally for cellulite…
LysiJoy

I saw u didn’t have a response to ur question so I thought I’d chime in as I’ve been making a similar concoction for years. I put the coconut oil in a glass and add an ounce or so of hot water and let it melt. Then add the chia and about an ounce of juice, stirring as you drink it. Then drink a cup of water. The water is important to help flush the chia thru ur system. Otherwise it can gum up. And, yes you do need to grind the chia seeds. I grind them up very finely in a coffee grinder. Hope this helps!
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emily harris

I have a jar of spectrum organic coconut oil tht is REFINED expeller pressed. its a reddish color and pure liquid at room temp. what are the best uses for this and what things should I not use this for?
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Hazel

is pure and virgin coconut oil the same thing?
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Not always since the term “pure” isn’t really regulated…
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It’s all about balance. Your body turns carbohydrates into glucose (sugar) and when you do not use the glucose, it’s stored as fat. There are carbohydrates in fruit, bread, and even small to moderate amounts in vegetables. A balanced diet is key. Your body uses fat in a variety of ways. Even the outer lining of your cells (aka cell membranes) are compsed of phospolipids which is phosphate and lipids (aka fat) so its necessary for your body. As with any food type, as long as you use the energy it gives you, it will not be stored as fat. I hope this helps some.
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Kimey

How effective is it for acne scars/dark spots and current acne problems?
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It shouldn’t hurt…
Chabbella

Shame Spence, perhaps you should do some research. You’d be pleasantly surprised to learn that Saturated fat is NOT bad for you. We all believe or at some stage believed that saturated fat is the worst stuff ever, however the science does not back that view.
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J G

Did you mention making chocolate of it?
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I use coconut oil (both flavored and unflavored) for cooking, deep conditioner, as a hand cream, as a lip butter, as eye makeup remover, and on cuts. (I once cut my hand on a knife while washing the dishes and I put coconut oil on the cut and it healed within two days!)
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Sharae W

How is it used as a lubricant? Do you insert it? If so how, how much and how often?
Sharae W

How is coconut oil used as a lubricant? Do u insert it? If so, how, how much and how often?
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http://www.facebook.com/brittney.holland1 Brittney Holland

How do you feed it to your furries? Just a dollop on their food? And how much? Thanks!
http://www.facebook.com/brittney.holland1 Brittney Holland

So, if it’s antibacterial how does it not disrupt your “feminine” balance when used as a personal lubricant?
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Just melt a tablespoon or two on their food
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never had trouble with it, but I’d see how it could…
Alisa

When it’s solid, I just give them a chunk. The dogs will eat it (and steal it from each other). The cats lick it out of my hand. When it’s liquid, I put it on their food.
Tay

I get yeast infections once a month. Not severe or anything, but like clockwork after or before that time of the month. I’ve started using coconut oil and it works miracles. It’s also really good for shaving cream (not sure if that was mentioned?). Super smooth! I’ve also recently found it helps with razor bumps if applied after shaving. I’ve recently become an addict! Great list, thanks!
Karen Dougherty

I loved this and found it just plain fun and informative. I even linked it to my blog on my website Fit to be Trained. I hope that is ok.
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lauren

Rub some onto your toy, your hands, or your man. Only use what you need, don’t go crazy with it- although it probably wouldn’t hurt.
lauren

probably if used too much or too often it would
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Allie

How do you apply it for the yeast infections? Using a cotton tampon? Good to hear! Cheers
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Yes, and it can also just be applied to the area externally too…
http://twitter.com/ITgirl27 J Wise

I would change one of the high-temp cooking ones (like #46) to get rid of lice or scabies.
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Palmitic acid is good. Lung surfactant is made up of palmitic acid. Asthma results when you don’t have enough lung surfactant and bronchi(oles) get inflamed.
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think of it as coconut “extract” instead of oil that will help.
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consuming probiotics is the best way to cure a yeast infection naturally. Yogurt “suppositories” as well as just eating yogurt or using probiotic powder or tablets.
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keep it in the fridge if you wan to keep it solid. it doesn’t “need” refrigeration, but that is a way to keep it solid.
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I put a tablespoon in coffee or tea.
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I’ve been cooking with coconut oil for the last 2 years now and loved the taste it would add to my sautes! After doing some research and coming across a myriad ways to use the oil, i’ve started using it topically for skin health over the last 6 months. I made a sugar body scrub: brown sugar, coconut oil,vitamin e, and lavendar essential oil. It helped almost instantly with the “chicken skin” on the back of my legs and left my skin smooth after showering! I use the coconut oil as a makeup remover, then use the scrub on my face about 3 times a week, and after washing my face, then moisturize with coconut oil. I’m wondering if this coconut oil routine (removing makeup, scrubbing with it, and then moisturizing) might be over kill for my face?
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Kris Bost

Hello!! I have heard that coconut oil will also aid in passing a hair strand test. Not sure??? Wondered if there were any facts on that?????????????????????
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Try reading David Gillespie’s book “Sweet Poison” for more well researched info on why there is an obesity epidemic.
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Laura Jessup

I can’t wait to get started on some of these. I’m still new to going all natural, adding one or two alternatives at a time. My journey actually began with cco. I got it while I was pregnant to fight dry skin and avoid any new stretch marks (unfortunately I never made it far enough to get that big ‘ol baby bump anyway). But it kept me hydrated through the nasty dry hospital bed rest. When I returned home I used it as a cloth diaper safe rash cream, but soon got the suspicion she was sensitive to it because her rash Got worse and worse. So I use grapeseed oil or olive oil in her wipes now. But I still love cco and use it as nipple cream for breastfeeding (but luckily she doesn’t tear my nipples up). And I slather it on my skin constantly. I also use it for infant massage (not sure if that was on the list but maybe you should add It to the massage oil tip). It really helps to massage her when she has trapped gas. I need to start ingesting it, but I’m not really sure where to start. I may start with my coffee. I just fear I won’t like the taste because I almost puked when I tried coconut water. Maybe ill try the frozen chunks and take a s a pill like it was suggested. I just don’t know how to make perfect pill shapes, would a tsp scoop it good into a shape without melting it?
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Hello! Just purchased some Organic Virgin Coconut Oil because of a woman at Trader Joe’s. Her skin was so unbelievably soft! She told me that she washed her face with it, but I didn’t think to ask how or how much. Any suggestions?

Oh, and does this really help with the thyroid? If so, how would I take this? A tsp a day?

Thank you!
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Here is how to clean skin with the oil: http://wellnessmama.com/7569/oil-cleansing-for-naturally-perfect-skin/ and I take 1 tablespoon + a day for thyroid health…
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Thank you for such a quick reply! Can I just do it with Coconut Oil alone? Or should be a blend? Does this replace my usual face-wash?

In regards to the tbsp a day, can it be combined in tea or coffee (love your coffee recipe! I need to try that!)?

Thanks again! I need to read several more of your blogs, you have GREAT info!
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I agree with Linda a lot of old cribs may be dangerous, check online about crib safety standards, the slats on older cribs are more likely to be wider spread apart and the little one can get their head stuck. I know I am just reading this now as you wrote 9 months ago and probably deffinatly have a little cutie now.
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I usually mix with olive and castor oils for the skin. It can definitely be in coffee or tea (try the recipe…
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Um…thanks again for the reply. Guess I’ll do some Google research on the rest of my q’s. And I’ll definitely try the coffee recipe.
Rachel

OIl Pulling is a terrific way to detox your mouth and body using coconut oil. I learned all about it by reading a book titled “Oil Pulling Therapy” by Bruce Fife, C.N., N.D. My teeth are whiter, my gums are healthy. There are so many other health benefits as well.
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Sorry, I was on my phone earlier and couldn’t link… here is how I mix into coffee.. http://wellnessmama.com/5673/the-only-way-i-drink-coffee/
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Thanks, I actually checked that out through the link on your post. I was more interested in knowing: “And does this replace my usual face-wash?”

Thanks again
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Yep In fact, it is better not to ever use soap on the face when using oil cleansing as the oil will get it clean and soaps will disrupt the balance of natural oils and can actually lead to breakouts…
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Oh…this is what I wanted to hear! Excellent! I’ll return my Tea Tree Oil Facewash to Trader Joe’s. Woohoo!

Thanks again! <3
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Jamie

Could you please explain more about your coconut oil fast and also how much you take daily in order to see weight loss results ..either reply here or email me siberiantiger23@hotmail.com
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I add 4 tablespoons a day to hot drinks or foods…
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I use to use coconut oil on my chilblains only thing I found cooled them and helped to go down
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Jamie

One last question if you don’t mind. I have used coconut oil in the past when I did I used

Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil.. I was wondering which brand you use? Again thank you very much for getting back to me so quickly I appreciate it very much!!
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I use Tropical Traditions
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Is it hard like crisco or oily like veg oil? I find both. How long does it last.
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It should be solid at room temp and it should last over a year..
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Do you think putting coconut oil on your c-section scar is what made it disappear? I have a c-section scar, as well, and although it looks really good for it only being 7 months later, I would love to see it fade more! I’m new to coconut oil and just ordered a 16oz jar from tropical traditions. I am SO excited to start using it!
jade_sz18

Nope she didn’t forget it. Number 50 is personal lubricant. Some of the things on the list are duplicates though, but still a great and helpful list of uses.
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It’s rare for me to spend so much time reading a blog post, but these uses for coconut oil are just what I was looking for, so very helpful! I read lots of places about benefits of coconut oil, but wanted to know how – get ideas for using it. You provided that SO well, thanks.
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If I can find a small amount of it, I may use it for hair growth…
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I have non solid can I use it or throw it ?
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You can still use it, it just won’t have all of the same internal benefits…
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I am in the process of starting my exportation of pressed coconut oil (cold) and looking for companies or people who are interested in obtaining it in bulk quantities, I have been to the family that make this AMAZING PRODUCT THAT I have been using for years and would like everyone else who has had enough of these ‘fake’ mega companies that use the name only and expose the small communities that are trying to get by, if anyone here knows how I can get it started please let me know via email, I am a small business and want to start it off like that so I may show the communities that they can do it themselves as well……
I may be reached at allan.ramsarran@gmail.com

Thanks!!!

p.s.- as soon as you come out of the shower, don’t dry your skin just lather it on and let it soak in…….. your skin will look, feel, smell and be AMAZING!!!
Beci

Any chance they have an unscented or low scented kind of coconut oil? I’ve been hearing/reading tons about it, but I’m not crazy about the smell or taste of coconuts.
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I am looking to see what the ratio is. How many say teaspoons of cco to chia seeds.
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I prefer Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil. Not only it is good for you as a food, it’s also good for you on your body.
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Use Nupercainol for burns. It has no peer.
Diana Jenkins

I’m highly allergic to coconut, a gift from my mother who is as well, is there ANY alternative that is close to the benefits from c oil?

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