Superfood Monday: Cocoo for Coconuts!

Coconuts are so nutritious that the coconut palm is nicknamed "The Tree of Life." Coconuts posses oils that are antibiotic, antifungal. Studies have shown that coconuts increase the absorption of key vitamins, minerals, and amino acids from other food sources. They contain vitamins A, B, and C and is a source of iron and healthy fats. Coconuts are also very high in fiber. Fiber = a fuller you for a longer time= less calorie intake = slimmer figure. woo hoo! Yes coconut oil does contain saturated fat, however this type is lauric acid, also considered one of the most beneficial components in breast milk. It is easily absorbed and  is used as an immediate source of energy.

Get this: Studies have shown that consumption of coconuts can increase thyroid function by up to 20%. This translates to a faster metabolism for you, and that translates into a healthier and trimmer you.

Beauty Connection: The oil extracted from coconuts can be used on hair, skin and nails. Studies have proven coconut oil to be the ONLY oil to be fully absorbed into the skin hair and nails. Coconut oil enters the hair shaft and nail infrastructure and actually prevents protein loss while infusing rich fat, thus preventing dryness. I am a long time advocator of coconut oil! It's a total win for me. Regular application of coconut oil means shinier and silkier hair, stronger and longer nails, and more supple skin. Coconut oil can be purchased in a variety of forms, but I would recommend that you get extra virgin coconut oil because it is unheated and thus retains it's nutritional properties. You're still reading this? Run to the store right now and try this multipurpose and highly nutritious food!