KTC 100% Pure Coconut Multipurpose Oil 500ml Jar - for Hair, Cooking, Moisturiser Use & Indian Curries - 3 Pack

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In Sanskrit, the coconut palm tree is known by the name “kalpavriksha” which means “tree that gives all that is necessary for living” and reflects how vital it is for treatments and the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. Organic coconut oil is ideal for cooking with very high temperatures due to its high saturated fat content. This tasty oil is very resistant to oxidation at high heat due to its high levels of saturated fat, 40% of which is lauric acid. 1 Several investigations have looked into coconut oil and its possible benefits, but many of these are small, inconclusive, and animal- or lab-based. Partially hydrogenated oil contains trans-fats which are linked to weight gain and obesity and so this type of coconut oil is not usually used. However, the American Heart Association (AHA) has determined that increases in HDL caused by diet or drug therapy do not appear to be directly linked to changes in the risk of heart disease ( 40).

In recent years, coconut oil has been touted as beneficial for heart health. That’s because some evidence suggests it may lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and increase HDL (good) cholesterol levels. Fries JH, Fries MW. Coconut: a review of its uses as they relate to the allergic individual. Ann Allergy 1983;51:472-81. View abstract. The process of hydrogenation is where hydrogen atoms are added to the coconut oil in high heat to turn unsaturated fat components into saturated fats. Oliveira-de-Lira L, Santos EMC, de Souza RF, et al. Supplementation-dependent effects of vegetable oils with varying fatty acid compositions on anthropometric and biochemical parameters in obese women. Nutrients. 2018;10(7). pii: E932. View abstract. One study tested the effect of mineral oil, sunflower oil and coconut oil on the prevention of hair damage. Coconut oil was the only oil found to reduce protein loss remarkably for both undamaged and damaged hair when used in pre-washing and post-washing treatments.Satheeshan KN, Seema BR, Manjusha AM. Development and evaluation of VCO based herbal hair tonic. Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry. 2020;9(3):485-93.

http://www.meltorganic.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Medium-chain-fatty-acids-Functional-lipids-for-the-prevention-and-treatment-of-the-metabolic-syndrome.pdf Coconut oil has been used in South East Asian cuisine as a staple ingredient for many years, before becoming popular in the UK. Ripari F, Filippone F, Zumbo G, Covello F, Zara F, Vozza I. The role of coconut oil in treating patients affected by plaque-induced gingivitis: a pilot study. Eur J Dent 2020;14(4):558-65. View abstract.Nayak, B. S. et al. (2017). A study on scalp hair health and hair care practices among Malaysian medical students. Just to add to its skin-loving properties, coconut oil is also great for enriching dry skin with much-needed moisture. This tropical oil helps to moisturise dry skin by keeping it hydrated and helping the skin barrier. Cox C, Mann J, Sutherland W, et al Effects of coconut oil, butter, and safflower oil on lipids and lipoproteins in persons with moderately elevated cholesterol levels. J Lipid Res 1995;36:1787-95. View abstract. Coconut oil is high in healthy fatty acids. These medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) which your body can use as a source of energy. 4 How coconut oil is processed Khaw, K.–T., (2018). Randomised trial of coconut oil, olive oil or butter on blood lipids and other cardiovascular risk factors in healthy men and women.

As well as being able to buy coconut oil on its own, many products also contain coconut oil as one of the main ingredients. Coconut oil is also a widely used health supplement which has been found to lower cholesterol, promote stable blood sugar levels (vital for diabetics) and decrease fatigue. Coconut oil has a wide range of reported health benefits, it is made up of mainly medium-chain triglycerides which may not carry the risks of other saturated fats.

10. Use as a massage oil

A literature review on the use of coconut products (oil, milk, flesh, or cream) included 21 observational and clinical studies. [2] As consumer demand for plant-based foods increases, coconut oil has become a popular fat choice for its rich flavor with a mild coconut aroma. Source Of Kaushik V, Chogale R, Mhaskar S. Alternative Protocol for Hair Damage Assessment and Comparison of Hair Care Treatments. Int J Trichology. 2020 Jan-Feb;12(1):7-15. doi:10.4103/ijt.ijt_3_20. Compounds within the coconut oil can also be used by the body as a source of fuel. 12 6.Deep condition your hair

Coconut oil is an effective skin moisturiser. When consumed orally or used as a treatment oil externally on the body, users report notable differences in the overall health and appearance of the skin. This is due to the levels of medium chain fatty acids fats and omega 3 fatty acids, which have been proven to maintain not only the skin but also improve the health of the heart. Do you find makeup wipes are harsh on your skin? Or maybe you’re on the market for a more environmentally friendly way to take your makeup off at the end of the day? Either way, coconut oil could be your solution! Narayanankutty A, Palliyil DM, Kuruvilla K, Raghavamenon AC. Virgin coconut oil reverses hepatic steatosis by restoring redox homeostasis and lipid metabolism in male Wistar rats. J Sci Food Agric. 2018;98(5):1757-1764. View abstract. In recent years, the popularity of coconut and particularly coconut oil has soared because of touted health benefits. Fueling the coconut oil trend, celebrity endorsements have claimed the ingredient to help blast away belly fat, curb appetite, strengthen the immune system, prevent heart disease, and stave off dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. A survey found that 72% of Americans rated coconut oil as “healthy,” though only 37% of nutrition experts agreed. [1] Coconut oil is popular in several trending diets including ketogenic and Paleo diets. Our Certified Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is produced from fresh organically grown coconuts which are cold pressed by hand giving you the purest, highest quality virgin coconut oil available in the world today. We supply direct to the public and offer UK next day delivery.Naseem, M., et al. (2017). Oil pulling and importance of traditional medicine in oral health maintenance. Protect with a pre-wash. As coconut oil can penetrate hair follicles and protect your hair from the inside out, it can stop your hair from soaking up too much water when you wash it. Damaged hair is much more porous than healthy hair and when hair absorbs water and increases in size, it can become damaged and break. 14 Try applying some coconut oil through the midsection and ends of your hair about 30 minutes before you wash with shampoo and conditioner as normal.