Question 1

will coconut oil heal my scars?

Accepted Answer

Scar Healing: A scar forms when there is  healing of an injury to the tissues.  Remember that with almost all wounds, healing continues for months and months as we change the stress on the tissues.  A scar forms as a result and may have many different appearances and colors.  Any dark coloration may fade over time but the tissues never are the same and so some scarring will always be there.

Question 2

does coconut oil heal surgical scars?

Accepted Answer

Improve, not remove: Scars are permanent, but they improve with time. Pressure treatment, silicone sheeting and steroid injection may hasten their maturation. Don't waste your money--coconut oil won't help.

Question 3

does coconut oil heal ear infections?

Accepted Answer

No: Ear infections need to be diagnosed by a doctor and based on whether they are external or middle ear infections, need to be treated by an appropriate antibiotic.

Question 4

my bottom lip is red and sore on the inner half. i have tried lip balm and coconut oil to heal it thinking it's chapped. it has been a week. ideas?

Accepted Answer

Herpes labilalis: Infections on the lips usually heal very quickly  If you have had this presentation for a month, you might have Herpes Simplex I infection which presents as cold sores and blisters in the mouth and gums.  OTC preparations like zostrix (capsaicin) and blistix are helpful or you can seek medical attention and get an rx of valcycloir which is taken for 24 hours only, which will resolve this condition.

Question 5

after my bowel movement i'm experiencing a little abrasion and feel there could be a cut in my anal opening.. is it safe to use coconut oil to heal it?

Accepted Answer

Sure: However, prevention is best.  Use fiber in your diet to keep your bowels moving easily.  Drink plenty of water daily.  See your physician if symptoms do not improve.

Question 6

what is coconut oil good for? how does it work?

Accepted Answer

Brain function: Coconut oil is used to help brain function. It also helps with dry skin in the winter time when ingested.  It looks like a jar of lard but tastes good enough--not as good as an easter egg.  You can put it in hot cereal in the morning and even cook and bake with it.  It heats up easily so be careful when cooking with it.

Question 7

help please! is coconut oil good for you to eat?

Accepted Answer

Coconut oil: Yes, in moderation.

Question 8

how can i use coconut oil?..what are its benefits & problems?

Accepted Answer

Many, but here's one: Coconut oil is high in saturated fat, which is extremely stable at high temperatures.  Frying or cooking with coconut oil is far superior to using traditional vegetable oils because it does not degrade to damaging free radicals.

Question 9

which cooking oil is better to use corn oil or coconut oil and why?

Accepted Answer

: Canola or olive oil are preferred. Try to avoid lard and saturated fats and incorporate good fat sources. Examples nclude avocado and salmon.

Question 10

is coconut oil good for you or just less bad than other oils?  if good, why?

Accepted Answer

Coconut Oil: There are many proposed benefits of coconut oil including weight loss, boosting of immune system,hair care, skin care, reduction of cholesterol etc etc. None are proven yet. We need to wait and see when and if anything becomes fact.

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