Question 1

supposing i'm not allergic to coconuts, could i still be allergic to coconut oil?

Accepted Answer

Not likely : This would not be likely. Food allergy is typically caused by food proteins and coconut oil would have significantly less coconut protein than coconut.

Question 2

what happens if i'm not allergic to coconuts, could i still be allergic to coconut oil?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Typically, the allergic reaction to a food including coconut would be to the protein rather than the oil (fat).  Therefore, if a person can tolerate coconut, then coconut oil should be safe.  If a reaction to a food containing coconut or coconut oil has occurred, seek evaluation from an allergist.

Question 3

is coconut oil good for sunburn?

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Coconut oil: I think it works well.  Coco butter and aloe vera are also good.  If you have blisters, however, it is a second degree burn. In that case you need to see a physician.

Question 4

is virgin coconut oil good for allerhies?

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Haven't heard of it: Haven't heard of or seen any research studies of coconut oil being good for allergies. People (especially people with something to sell) can make all sorts of claims, and even present some psuedo-science research results (not real research), so one must be careful when looking at health-benefit claims.

Question 5

is coconut oil bad for your cholesterol .

Accepted Answer

Oil : I wouldn't recommend lots of any oil including coconut.

Question 6

is it ok to use coconut oil as lube for sex ?

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Sexuality: We avoid advocating for any product here. But medicine would have no negative thing to say for this choice. The only caveat being if you use condoms that don't mix we'll with ths oil.

Question 7

can my herpes be cured using only coconut oil?

Accepted Answer

: No, it will not.

Question 8

is it okay to drink 4 teaspoons of coconut oil a day?

Accepted Answer

Coconut oil: You can drinki it but it is of questionable value. In fact it is considered the latest "cure all" for all your ailments.

Question 9

what are the benefits of drinking organic coconut oil?

Accepted Answer

Read the label: The label probably touts the benefits directly, but it is hard to say there is any benefit. Coconut oil can be part of a healthy diet but consuming it as a supplement is difficult to justify.  I am sure there is someone willing to profess otherwise and sell you a supply.  Save your money.

Question 10

is it possible for you to use coconut oil for celluitis?

Accepted Answer

What's the cause ?: Cellulitis is basically a visible inflammation (itis) of the skin and soft tissues (red, hot, swollen and tender) . It can be caused by many things including sunburn (radiation), trauma (sprained ankle) or poor vein circulation (stasis dermatitis). It need not be caused by bacteria.  If you have repeated episodes of this, get to a wound care or vascular specialist, the diagnoses you have is wrong.

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