DO THIS NOW: Cook with Coconut Oil/Butter

What the difference is between Coconut oil and Coconut butter? 

They are actually the same thing! Coconut oil is a solid below 78 degrees Fahrenheit and in it's solid state it is called coconut butter. 




What is Coconut Butter/Oil? 
Coconut Butter/Oil is extracted from mature coconuts that have fallen to the ground. They are split in half and the interior white flesh is shredded. These flakes are then pressed at 90 degrees Fahrenheit and the oil is extracted and filtered.

Coconut oil is in essence, a natural antibacterial, antiviral, 

antifungal, and antiprotozoal food. 

Why Should I use it?

Unlike the cooked, clogging, cholesterol-soaked, saturated animal fats found in meats and dairy products, coconut butter is a raw saturated fat containing mostly medium-chain fatty acids which the body can metabolize efficiently and convert to energy quickly. Coconut butter contains no cholesterol and does not elevate bad (LDL) cholesterol levels. By weight, Coconut butter has less calories than any other fat source.

The medium-chain fatty acids (MCFA’s) in coconut butter possess incredible properties. Unlike vegetable or canola oil, coconut oil does not turn rancid when heat is applied, and retains all its healthy properties. Coconut butter is the most stable (of any known oil/butter) at high temperatures (up to 170 degrees Fahrenheit).

Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which has anti-fungal properties. You could even try massaging between your toes if you are prone to athlete's foot. 

OK I am sold, now what do I do with it?

Coconut butter can be used as a food. It can be eaten straight or blended into a salad dressing or mixed into a smoothie Recommended daily intake: 1 to 4 tablespoons.
Coconut butter can also be used as a skin lotion. It is very effective against dry skin. 

Coconut butter should be stored in a cool, dark area. It can be refrigerated after opening, but this is not required to insure freshness. All butters and oils are light-sensitive, they should be sealed in black containers to insure no light penetrates the container and damages the oil. 

Health Benefits of Coconut Oil/Butter

• Improves digestion.
• Provides quick energy.
• Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose.
• Relieves stress on the pancreas and enzyme systems of the body.
• Can be easily absorbed and utilized by those who have trouble digesting fats or who have gallbladder disease.
• Improves calcium and magnesium absorption for the development of strong bones and teeth.
• Aids in the absorption of minerals and fat-soluble vitamins.
• Is lower in calories than any other fat.
• Supports thyroid function.
• Supports and aids the immune system.
• Helps protect against disease-causing bacteria, viruses, yeast, fungi, and parasites.
• Is heart healthy; does not increase blood cholesterol or platelet stickiness.
• Does not create free radicals like other vegetable oils and is stable under cooking temperatures.
• Helps protect the body from free-radical damage.
• Helps you to look and feel younger.
• Makes skin smooth and soft.
• Reduces the need for essential fatty acids.
• Does not deteriorate like polyunsaturated oils so has a long shelf life.