Question 1

can you use non-hydrogenated coconut oil for brain energy and help with alzheimer's?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: There is however, a medical food, axona, which uses ketone bodies as a fuel to substitute for abnormal glucose metabolism.  Coconut oil is not known to have benefit in alzh pts.

Question 2

coconut oil i've read conflicting reports on the benefits or harm of coconut oil in the diet.  is non-hydrogenated okay or is any coconut oil dangerous?  guess i'm looking for further opinions.

Accepted Answer

Just : Just like everything else, there are pros and cons to taking coconut oil. 
Proâ€™s: it works well as a hair conditioner and as a skin moisturizer. It contains lauric acid which is antimicrobial. It is used in some cultures for wound care and for viruses.   After drinking coconut oil some people feel full and it helps to suppress their hunger.  There are many, many other conditions that it is puported to treat that have not been scientifically demonstrated at this time.
Conâ€™s:   people who ingest a couple of tablespoons of coconut oil per day have a high incidence of nausea and vomiting. Coconut oil has the highest saturated fat content of all oils. One tablespoon of coconut oil contains more than 13 grams of fat.  This could seriously impact your cholesterol levels.
  Because of the saturated  fat content, this may not be the wonder solution that is purported. It sounds like it may work well for wrinkles, dry skin and split ends without detrimental impacts.

Question 3

is coconut oil good for you?

Accepted Answer

Coconut oil: Yes, it has healthy fats (medium chain fatty acids) which the body can use immediately for energy and is an overall very healthy oil to consume (the other being olive).  You can cook with it as well.

Question 4

is it ok to use coconut oil?

Accepted Answer

Depends.: It works to moisten hair & skin & has an antimicrobial effect.  After drinking coconut oil some people feel full &  hunger is suppressed.  But people who ingest a couple of tablespoons of coconut oil per day have a high incidence of nausea & vomiting. Coconut oil has the highest saturated fat content of all oils with more than 13 grams of fat per tbs.

Question 5

is coconut oil actually healthy?

Accepted Answer

Pros of coconut oil: ...contains good mono- &amp; polyunsaturated fats, &amp; has no trans fat. Also, virgin coconut oil might have a positive effect on cholesterol levels &amp; help protect against heart disease. Keep in mind its still high in saturated fat so don't replace all your cooking oil with it, use in moderation, &amp; figure into your daily calorie &amp; fat count. (Ref. bhg.com)

Question 6

is coconut oil really bad for you?

Accepted Answer

VERY bad.: Coconut oil if popular right now, but it is not a healthy oil.  It is highly saturated (just like lard).  Saturated oils are shown to promote atherosclerosis and vascular disease.

Question 7

are there any good uses for coconut oil?

Accepted Answer

Benefits of coconut: oil include hair care, skin care and cooking uses.

Question 8

what are healthy substitutes for coconut oil?

Accepted Answer

Monounsaturated oils: Consider avocado oil for both cooking and as an ingredient for most things you'd do with coconut oil. Avoid dietary fat sources which contain trans fats; consider nut oils, avocado oil, or extra virgin olive oil as good alternatives.

Question 9

coconut oil for sunburn?

Accepted Answer

Not much help: Not much help but no harm either.

Question 10

is coconut oil good for sunburn?

Accepted Answer

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.

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