coconut oil

[Guest guest]

When it comes to coconut oil , let your own body and intuition

guide you . I personally feel moderation in questionable areas

wont harm you unless you are really ill , then you may have to be

very careful . In one of Brian's talks at Hippocrates he said

where oil is in the body , it takes up areas where there could be

oxygen , so less oil is better of all kinds because the cells need

as much oxygen as they can get . I know candida books do

advocate coconut oil and I own the book describing all the

benefits . This is one of those highly controversial and personal

areas . Let each person be their own judge and dont give your

power away to anyone trying to convince you otherwise . Raw

food is not an exact science , it is still evolving as we are all

learning , together . Let it never pull us apart .

 

Ztarf

[Guest guest]

Hello Nikki!

 

Just getting my e-mail (I'm out-of-town) and found your post! How SAD! I'm

sorry to hear about your experience with coconut oil--YUCK!

 

Here's info. on the VIRGIN COCONUT OIL that our family busines carries. When

you finish your current jar, let me know. This is better stuff.

 

Made from Certified Organic Coconuts

~Contains Antibacterial, Antiviral, Anti-fungal Properties

~Abundant in Medium Chain Fatty Acids

~Helps to Improve HDL and LDL Cholesterol Ratios

~Shown to Support Healthy Thyroid Function

~May Help to Promote Proper Weight Management

~Helps to Reduce Hypoglycemic Cravings

~May Improve Symptoms of Digestive Disorders

~Known to Promote Smooth & Supple Skin

~Can Withstand Wide Heat Ranges Without Oxidation

~Delicious Coconut Flavor and Aroma

 

This jar of coconut oil is NEW and unopened. The oil we carry is organic virgin

(VCNO), one of the highest qualities you can find. I've done some research

pricing and I've found lesser quality and quantity for the same, if not higher

in price. If you've read the book, The Healing Miracles of Coconut Oil, by

Bruce Fife, N.D., they actually reference our supplier carrying a " good quality

coconut oil " (Tropical Traditions, Inc.) on pg. 181.

 

There are differences in quaility, this is not a RBD (refined, bleached &

deodorized) coconut oil. Here's a link that describes Virgin vs. Refined

coconut oil processing:

http://tropicaltraditions.com/what_is_virgin_coconut_oil.htm

 

It is packaged in a glass jar which, when in its liquid state, will not leak (as

the plastic containers sometimes do).

 

Check out these websites for additional information, medical endorsements and

studies on this product . . .

 

Dr. Mercola: " Because there is so much uncertainty, my team and I here

researched coconut oil extensively until we found the ideal source. I now highly

recommend and offer you what is clearly the premier brand of virgin coconut oil

in the U.S., Tropical Traditions. " www.mercola.com/forms/coconut_oil.htm

 

Cherie Calbom, The Juice Lady nutritionist and best-selling author of " Juicing

for Life, " and her new book, " The Complete Cancer Cleanse " : " Each day I

consume about one tablespoon of coconut oil because I've noticed it improves my

energy levels. THIS is the only coconut oil I use and recommend because it's the

freshest, best tasting coconut oil I've found. I've compared it to others and it

won my vote. . . . Best of all, I've been getting a great big bonus: my hair is

growing faster and is stronger and thicker than it's been in years! "

www.tropicaltraditions.com/virgin_coconut_oil.htm

 

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:

 

PET-OWNERS check this out for a lovely, healthy looking coat/fur:

http://tropicaltraditions.com/pet_nutrition.htm

WEIGHT LOSS testimonies:

I would like to say that I have been on Virgin Coconut Oil for the past 2 months

( 4 tablespoons daily) and feel better than I have in a long time! My energy

levels are up & my weight is down. I am never hungry anymore, & have

incorporated a daily exercise routine & have lost 20 pounds. Paula - from the

Coconut-info discussion group.

 

I receive several health news letters and eagerly went to your website and

devoured it's contents. I immediately ordered a half gallon of the wonderful

oil. I have been consuming it for about 6 weeks and have lost about 5 pounds. I

have noticed an increase in energy. I had had low metabolism since I was a teen.

I am now 76 yrs old. I'm so pleased that I'm losing about a pound a week and no

longer have tenderness in my gallbladder area. I walk about 3 miles 3 times a

week and love the taste of the oil. I'm 76 and shooting for 100 unless the

Savior comes before that! Sally - from the Coconut-info discussion group.

http://tropicaltraditions.com/cnolowfat.htm

 

When we ship your coconut oil it will be in a solid form. We do recommend you

store the oil out of direct sunlight. In the tropics Virgin Coconut Oil is

almost always a liquid, since it's melting point is about 76 degrees F. In

North America it will usually be a solid, consistency. It can be stored in

either form and does not need to be refrigerated.

 

Bruce Fife, ND, the author of THE HEALING MIRACLES OF COCONUT OIL, suggests 3-4

Tablespoons a day for optimum health benefits. If you have any questions or

would like some recipe ideas or need more Virgin Organic Coconut Oil (VOCO),

please welcome to contact me.

 

Charity

THE CALLIS KITCHEN

paper_craftr

 

 

 

NIKKI'S ORIGINAL MESSAGE ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

I bought some awhile back but didn't know the difference. I got the

refined kind. It doesn't have that yummy coconut smell (

I like to use it as a lotion (it's a tad greasy but once it soaks in my skin

gets super soft) but i notice it smells almost ashy... like cigarette ashes. It

doesn't linger but i always get that one whiff of it. Is it my imagination or is

that from the refining process? Once this jar is done i'm getting UNrefined!

peace

nikki

 

ps... i never eat it, only digest what i lick off my lips. I've even used just a

dab to tame my frizzy hair!

[Guest guest]

Coconut oil is EXCELLENT for the human body.

 

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[Guest guest]

check www.tropicaltraditions.com there's a few good recipes to start;-)

 

Allison Zhang <allison_zhang wrote: Hello All,

I just got my first oder of coconut oil (8 jars...). I

am pretty excited. This is going to be my first time

in life to try coconut old... Can you imagine that

feeling?

 

So, I am wondering if you have any creative and good

recipes regarding coconut oil... If so, please do

share with me!!!1 Your ideas will be greatly

appreciated.

 

All the best

 

Allison

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Allison, where did you order the coconut oil from - how much did it cost?

We all need to know where to purchase the best deals.

judy

 

On 3/2/06, Allison Zhang <allison_zhang wrote:

>

> Hello All,

> I just got my first oder of coconut oil (8 jars...). I

> am pretty excited. This is going to be my first time

> in life to try coconut old... Can you imagine that

> feeling?

>

> So, I am wondering if you have any creative and good

> recipes regarding coconut oil... If so, please do

> share with me!!!1 Your ideas will be greatly

> appreciated.

>

> All the best

>

> Allison

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

I like to put a spoonful of organic extra virgin coconut oil in my 112 degree

teas - especially yummy in organic green tea!

Also, you can stir it into sprouted cereals and pour room temperature or

slightly warmed raw almond milk over it all - mmmmmmmm......

-Tiffany

 

Jen Lynn <jenfly777 wrote:

check www.tropicaltraditions.com there's a few good recipes to start;-)

 

Allison Zhang <allison_zhang wrote: Hello All,

I just got my first oder of coconut oil (8 jars...). I

am pretty excited. This is going to be my first time

in life to try coconut old... Can you imagine that

feeling?

So, I am wondering if you have any creative and good

recipes regarding coconut oil... If so, please do

share with me!!!1 Your ideas will be greatly

appreciated.

All the best

Allison

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

I love to make chocolate bark with mine.

1c coconut oil

¾ c raw chocolate

1 c raisins

1t vanilla

 

I have found that if I soak my raisins and grind them in the food

processor, it is much better. Put this all in a cake pan and stick it

in the fridge for about 5-10 minutes. Yummy!!!

 

“Love not anyone, not even God!

Our picking and choosing love brings misery.

Instead, let God love you. Be love itself.”

- Shri Swami Nirmalananda

 

rawfood [rawfood ] On Behalf

Of Allison Zhang

Thursday, March 02, 2006 9:21 PM

rawfood

[Raw Food] coconut oil

 

Hello All,

I just got my first oder of coconut oil (8 jars...). I

am pretty excited. This is going to be my first time

in life to try coconut old... Can you imagine that

feeling?

 

So, I am wondering if you have any creative and good

recipes regarding coconut oil... If so, please do

share with me!!!1 Your ideas will be greatly

appreciated.

 

All the best

 

Allison

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

What is raw chocolate.

I was told that we can use cocoa.

Judy

 

On 3/3/06, Melody Miller <YishiYoga wrote:

>

> I love to make chocolate bark with mine.

> 1c coconut oil

> ¾ c raw chocolate

> 1 c raisins

> 1t vanilla

>

> I have found that if I soak my raisins and grind them in the food

> processor, it is much better. Put this all in a cake pan and stick it

> in the fridge for about 5-10 minutes. Yummy!!!

>

> " Love not anyone, not even God!

> Our picking and choosing love brings misery.

> Instead, let God love you. Be love itself. "

> - Shri Swami Nirmalananda

>

>

> rawfood [rawfood ] On Behalf

> Of Allison Zhang

> Thursday, March 02, 2006 9:21 PM

> rawfood

> [Raw Food] coconut oil

>

> Hello All,

> I just got my first oder of coconut oil (8 jars...). I

> am pretty excited. This is going to be my first time

> in life to try coconut old... Can you imagine that

> feeling?

>

> So, I am wondering if you have any creative and good

> recipes regarding coconut oil... If so, please do

> share with me!!!1 Your ideas will be greatly

> appreciated.

>

> All the best

>

> Allison

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hello Judy,

I purchased them from www.tropicaltraditions.com The

time what I bought the coconut oil, the company was

having big sales for coconut oil. It was buy 2 jars

get two jars free. I spent $72 for the 8 jars that I

got including shipping. I had my first try tonight. It

was yummyyyyyy...

 

And thank you for everyone sharing their recipes with

me. You all are the best,

 

Allison

 

--- Judy Cozza <judycozza wrote:

 

> Allison, where did you order the coconut oil from -

> how much did it cost?

> We all need to know where to purchase the best

> deals.

> judy

>

> On 3/2/06, Allison Zhang <allison_zhang

> wrote:

> >

> > Hello All,

> > I just got my first oder of coconut oil (8

> jars...). I

> > am pretty excited. This is going to be my first

> time

> > in life to try coconut old... Can you imagine

> that

> > feeling?

> >

> > So, I am wondering if you have any creative and

> good

> > recipes regarding coconut oil... If so, please do

> > share with me!!!1 Your ideas will be greatly

> > appreciated.

> >

> > All the best

> >

> > Allison

> >

> >

> >

> > Tired of spam? Mail has the best spam

> protection around

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

My understanding is that cocoa is roasted. Raw chocolate is cocao. You

can grind it with a coffee grinder. Very yummy! Like very dark

chocolate. But it is bitter, so that’s why you use the raisins. I just

had some of this and it is wonderful.

 

Blessings…Melody

 

“Love not anyone, not even God!

Our picking and choosing love brings misery.

Instead, let God love you. Be love itself.”

- Shri Swami Nirmalananda

 

rawfood [rawfood ] On Behalf

Of Judy Cozza

Friday, March 03, 2006 4:49 PM

rawfood

Re: [Raw Food] coconut oil

 

What is raw chocolate.

I was told that we can use cocoa.

Judy

 

On 3/3/06, Melody Miller <YishiYoga wrote:

>

> I love to make chocolate bark with mine.

> 1c coconut oil

> ¾ c raw chocolate

> 1 c raisins

> 1t vanilla

>

> I have found that if I soak my raisins and grind them in the food

> processor, it is much better. Put this all in a cake pan and stick it

> in the fridge for about 5-10 minutes. Yummy!!!

>

> " Love not anyone, not even God!

> Our picking and choosing love brings misery.

> Instead, let God love you. Be love itself. "

> - Shri Swami Nirmalananda

>

>

> rawfood [rawfood ] On

Behalf

> Of Allison Zhang

> Thursday, March 02, 2006 9:21 PM

> rawfood

> [Raw Food] coconut oil

>

> Hello All,

> I just got my first oder of coconut oil (8 jars...). I

> am pretty excited. This is going to be my first time

> in life to try coconut old... Can you imagine that

> feeling?

>

> So, I am wondering if you have any creative and good

> recipes regarding coconut oil... If so, please do

> share with me!!!1 Your ideas will be greatly

> appreciated.

>

> All the best

>

> Allison

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Ah, olive oil is the magic food of the Gods. It cleans the buildup of plaque

in the veins and arteries. This helps deter heart attacks and strokes.

 

The Olive Oil Source - information, newsletter, supplies,

presses, olive oil

or copy and paste to your browser:

http://www.oliveoilsource.com/

 

Note: Celiac Sprue patients should only use Italian produced olive oil. Many

of the American produced and processed olive oils contain contaminants.

 

Coconut oil information:

Coconut-Info.com - the place for information on the health

benefits of coconut products

or copy and paste to your browser:

http://www.coconut-info.com/

 

Joanie

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Sound advice Donna....I'm a multiple heart attack survivor of 18 years now.

I use olive oil exclusively.

 

Joanie

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

I use olive oil exclusively. My cholesterol is now a health 132.

 

Joanie

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

I've always heard it was a tropical oil and not good to use and now I see there

is more data out there stating it's healthy. I'm sticking with my olive oil,

ghee and I still bake with butter. My cholesterol runs about 140 at the highest

so I don't want to rock the boat and change oils.

 

Kim Hoffman <scarlettvivian wrote: Curious to get the groups opinion

on coconut oil.

 

 

 

 

" The seed is in bloom, will it need and early doom

or will it survive a tranquil sea, does it face an evil end,

will it find a real friend, should it be called humanity.

Will creation of man bring death by his hand or

will life be his destiny? Where will it go from here? "

SOURCE: The Seed by Rare Earth

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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[Guest guest]

Last year before I became vegetarian my cholesterol was over 200 and

now I cook all foods at home and use olive oil exclusively 156. I've

never tried coconut oil.

Kenia

 

 

, Kim Hoffman

<scarlettvivian wrote:

>

> Curious to get the groups opinion on coconut oil.

>

[Guest guest]

I'll admit that deciding which oils to use can be confusing. There are some

scientific studies that have pretty conclusive, which is hard to argue with. I

think a lot more studies have to be done. I presume that most of the studies

were done with uncooked oils.. I'm talking about the studies with the amounts

of saturated, transfats, etc. When you cook those oils and at different

temperatures the molecules change. So what happens with an oil with a lower

heating point compared with coconut oil with a higher heating point? How do

those oils affect the body cooked vs. noncooked? Maybe (I don't know and I

don't know if anyone knows) if having more saturated fats in coconut oil is

compensated because it has a higher cooking temperature than olive oil or

another oil. In the past few years studies have shown that deep fried food

especially starches can turn into transfats and are also carcinogenic.

 

I know that Ayurvedic system recommends these oils as the best for these

doshas (energy types). Sesame is best for vata, coconut (externally )and

ghee(internally) for pitta and mustard or flaxseed oils are best for kapha.

Vatas need a fair amount of oil, pittas a medium amount and kaphas a little or

none. Every one is different. That why you will often see people who eat like

a pig and never gain weight and others who eat a little who never shed a pound.

Please don't ask me what dosha you are. We are all some combination of all 3

doshas but to different degrees. I or someone else would have to ask a lot of

questions or get a lot more information before trying to make an assessment.

Did i confuse everyone?? I hope not. Me - I use olive oil more than any other

kind of oil.

 

GB

Coconut Oil

 

I just took a cooking class from a local woman, Ann Miller-Cohen, aka

Organic Annie. In her book " Organic Annie's Green Gourmet Cookbook,

Vol. 1, Fresh Taste For Breakfast " , she has a section on Coconut Oil.

In her book she writes, " Coconut oil is 60% medium chain

triglycerides (MCT) which are burned as carbohydrates, not stored as

fat. This is good news for athletes because it spares glucose. It's

also good news for dieters and diabetics because it helps to balance

blood sugar. "

She goes on to say: " For Cooking: Coconut oil has a high smoke point

and therefore is not damaged by high heat as are most oils. It is

perfect for greasing the skillet or waffle iron. "

 

 

 

 

 

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[Guest guest]

-GB,

Your posts are so interesting thanks for sending. I have used only

olive oil for years and never deep fry. I do use coconut oil for my

skin . I try to bake everything that I can instead of frying and I

use olive oil for my home made salad dressing. I don't know who said

this but it is so true..We are all at our own level of understanding.

Now what kind of Dosha am I..tee hee..Just kidding

Sending smiles and hugs your way

Deanna

 

-- In , Guru Khalsa <greatyoga

wrote:

>

> I'll admit that deciding which oils to use can be confusing.

[Guest guest]

brilliant. now where do i find the stuff???

 

debra <carrottop638 wrote: I just took a cooking class from a local

woman, Ann Miller-Cohen, aka

Organic Annie. In her book " Organic Annie's Green Gourmet Cookbook,

Vol. 1, Fresh Taste For Breakfast " , she has a section on Coconut Oil.

In her book she writes, " Coconut oil is 60% medium chain

triglycerides (MCT) which are burned as carbohydrates, not stored as

fat. This is good news for athletes because it spares glucose. It's

also good news for dieters and diabetics because it helps to balance

blood sugar. "

She goes on to say: " For Cooking: Coconut oil has a high smoke point

and therefore is not damaged by high heat as are most oils. It is

perfect for greasing the skillet or waffle iron. "

 

I have another article that has info on oils. I will post more when I

find it.

 

Debra M.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

Denise wrote:

> I also have used coconut oil. If I get it too close to my eyes it

> makes my vision blurry.

 

This is why cosmeticians and cosmetics companies recommend that you

" pat " creams and lotions no closer to the eye than the cheekbone and

the brow bone.

Pat the oil along your cheekbones and browbones, and then work upward

and downward from there, or pat it on the bones, and then massage it

in elsewhere... however you like to interpret the directions.

Margaret

[Guest guest]

Hi Margaret,

 

I've never worn makeup much so that's probably why I've never been told this

before.

I've definitly been going closer then the cheekbone. Thanks for the tip!

 

Denise

 

In a message dated 6/3/2006 2:36:53 AM Eastern Standard Time,

rawfood writes:

 

" Margaret Gamez " mgamez1

Re: Coconut Oil

 

 

Denise wrote:

> I also have used coconut oil. If I get it too close to my eyes it

> makes my vision blurry.

 

This is why cosmeticians and cosmetics companies recommend that you

" pat " creams and lotions no closer to the eye than the cheekbone and

the brow bone.

Pat the oil along your cheekbones and browbones, and then work upward

and downward from there, or pat it on the bones, and then massage it

in elsewhere... however you like to interpret the directions.

Margaret

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

I'm sure it would blur your vision if you get it in your eyes. I put

it on my eyelids (both upper and lower) to help moisturize them, too.

I'm careful with it, though.

 

Tommie

http://www.rawburchard.blogspot.com

 

rawfood , TrailSeekerRanch wrote:

>

>

> Hi Margaret,

>

> I've never worn makeup much so that's probably why I've never been

told this

> before.

> I've definitly been going closer then the cheekbone. Thanks for the

tip!

>

> Denise

>

> In a message dated 6/3/2006 2:36:53 AM Eastern Standard Time,

> rawfood writes:

>

> " Margaret Gamez " mgamez1

> Re: Coconut Oil

>

>

> Denise wrote:

> > I also have used coconut oil. If I get it too close to my eyes

it

> > makes my vision blurry.

>

> This is why cosmeticians and cosmetics companies recommend that you

> " pat " creams and lotions no closer to the eye than the cheekbone

and

> the brow bone.

> Pat the oil along your cheekbones and browbones, and then work

upward

> and downward from there, or pat it on the bones, and then massage

it

> in elsewhere... however you like to interpret the directions.

> Margaret

[Guest guest]

Hi Tommie,

 

I had the same problem when I used to use olive oil. Maybe I'm using more

then you however I don't like globs on me.

 

I think it's because our skin absorbs these type of oils better then

commercial creams. I've never had it happen with them though if I got too

close to

my eyes they would have a burning feeling.

 

 

I used it like Margaret said last night and no problems with my vision.

 

Denise

 

In a message dated 6/4/06 1:15:38 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

rawfood writes:

 

" Tommie " jerushy

Re: Coconut Oil

 

 

I'm sure it would blur your vision if you get it in your eyes. I put

it on my eyelids (both upper and lower) to help moisturize them, too.

I'm careful with it, though.

 

Tommie

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Guest guest]

It's true, you may use more than I do. I use a very thin film.

 

Tommie

http://www.rawburchard.blogspot.com

 

rawfood , TrailSeekerRanch wrote:

>

>

> Hi Tommie,

>

> I had the same problem when I used to use olive oil. Maybe I'm

using more

> then you however I don't like globs on me.

>

> I think it's because our skin absorbs these type of oils better then

 

> commercial creams. I've never had it happen with them though if I

got too close to

> my eyes they would have a burning feeling.

>

>

> I used it like Margaret said last night and no problems with my

vision.

>

> Denise

>

> In a message dated 6/4/06 1:15:38 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

> rawfood writes:

>

> " Tommie " jerushy

> Re: Coconut Oil

>

>

> I'm sure it would blur your vision if you get it in your eyes. I

put

> it on my eyelids (both upper and lower) to help moisturize them,

too.

> I'm careful with it, though.

>

> Tommie

[Guest guest]

I have used commercial moisturizing products all my life.

I ran out of my super-duper age-defying wrinkle-reducing

moisturizer yesterday and decided to drag my coconut oil into

the laboratory.

I have used it three times - once last night, and once twice this

morning (I woke up, took a shower, applied coconut oil, went to yoga

class, came back, took a shower, and applied it again.

 

I was worried that I would smell like a coconut (not my ideal perfume

by any stretch of the imagination), but there was no odor. My coconut

oil was liquid-y, probably because it is summer here; we do not have

air conditioning; and I had the coconut oil on the shelf, as opposed

to in the refrigerator.

 

I dipped a finger into the oil, and then slathered that all over my

face (one finger of oil was enough). I massaged it all around, and

moved it up to my cheekbones and down to my browbones.

 

I was pleasantly surprised by the smooth feel of my face... a feeling

that, previously, I have only achieved with VERY EXPENSIVE cosmetic

creams.

I am going to experiment with this over the next two weeks, and see

how it goes. So far, I am very pleased with the results.

Margaret

 

rawfood , TrailSeekerRanch wrote:

>

>

> Hi Tommie,

>

> I had the same problem when I used to use olive oil. Maybe I'm

using more

> then you however I don't like globs on me.

>

> I think it's because our skin absorbs these type of oils better then

> commercial creams. I've never had it happen with them though if I

got too close to

> my eyes they would have a burning feeling.

>

>

> I used it like Margaret said last night and no problems with my vision.

>

> Denise

>

> In a message dated 6/4/06 1:15:38 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

> rawfood writes:

>

> " Tommie " jerushy

> Re: Coconut Oil

>

>

> I'm sure it would blur your vision if you get it in your eyes. I put

> it on my eyelids (both upper and lower) to help moisturize them, too.

> I'm careful with it, though.

>

> Tommie

 

[Guest guest]

Hi,

 

I would recommend using coconut oil on your body but not on your face. I feel

it could lead to making your face skin too oily and develop into pimples. I had

a problem like that. But its great for your hands and feet, its extreemly

beneficial for cracked feet.

 

Terry,

http://www.healthyjuicecentral.info

 

Margaret Gamez <mgamez1 wrote: I have used commercial

moisturizing products all my life.

I ran out of my super-duper age-defying wrinkle-reducing

moisturizer yesterday and decided to drag my coconut oil into

the laboratory.

I have used it three times - once last night, and once twice this

morning (I woke up, took a shower, applied coconut oil, went to yoga

class, came back, took a shower, and applied it again.

 

I was worried that I would smell like a coconut (not my ideal perfume

by any stretch of the imagination), but there was no odor. My coconut

oil was liquid-y, probably because it is summer here; we do not have

air conditioning; and I had the coconut oil on the shelf, as opposed

to in the refrigerator.

 

I dipped a finger into the oil, and then slathered that all over my

face (one finger of oil was enough). I massaged it all around, and

moved it up to my cheekbones and down to my browbones.

 

I was pleasantly surprised by the smooth feel of my face... a feeling

that, previously, I have only achieved with VERY EXPENSIVE cosmetic

creams.

I am going to experiment with this over the next two weeks, and see

how it goes. So far, I am very pleased with the results.

Margaret

 

rawfood , TrailSeekerRanch wrote:

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> Hi Tommie,

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> I had the same problem when I used to use olive oil. Maybe I'm

using more

> then you however I don't like globs on me.

>

> I think it's because our skin absorbs these type of oils better then

> commercial creams. I've never had it happen with them though if I

got too close to

> my eyes they would have a burning feeling.

>

>

> I used it like Margaret said last night and no problems with my vision.

>

> Denise

>

> In a message dated 6/4/06 1:15:38 A.M. Eastern Daylight Time,

> rawfood writes:

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> " Tommie " jerushy

> Re: Coconut Oil

>

>

> I'm sure it would blur your vision if you get it in your eyes. I put

> it on my eyelids (both upper and lower) to help moisturize them, too.

> I'm careful with it, though.

>

> Tommie

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