Does anyone else use coconut oil?

[Mrs_S]

I'd heard about coconut oil awhile back and the great benefits of it. Does anyone else cook/use it in their daily eating plan? Also, I am just starting back up in induction...I think I would be fine to be using this? Any experiences you have with CC oil would be great!

[MrsBrittney]

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I just got my order. I've read about the potential metabolism benefits and the health benefits and I'm going to start taking a tablespoon a day with my dog (lol his vet said it would help his coat etc)

[susan423]

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I've been using it for a while. I haven't really noticed any "benefits" from it but I use it cause I like the taste. I make chocolate bark with it and cook chicken and fish in it.

[IrishSarahHB]

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i would try it but i can never find it in the stores..

[Atkid]

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I fried my eggs in it this morning, was different, but I am trying to incorporate it however I can.

[susan423]

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i would try it but i can never find it in the stores..

Most walmarts have it. It's usually in with the vitamins whereever it;s at.

[hawkeyelinn]

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I consume about 3 tbsp spread out during the day to add more fat to my diet. The first difference I felt for the first 2 weeks was a burst of energy and rise in body temperature that lasted for about two to three hours after consuming each tbsp. Over-time I think my body got used to it and I no longer feel this burst of energy (I've been using it since the first of December). February I also noticed I didn't get any bad TOM skin breakout which is a huge change for me... I would like to see if this continues in future months... I'd feel more comfortable attributing this change to the CO I do not use it topically as I'm paranoid about putting any oil on my sensitive skin, I only consume it.

I would also suggest to slowly adjust to using it... begin with only 1 tsp once or twice a day and each week add a little more until you reach the 3 tbsp per day. I didn't and experienced some immediate gastric distress within the first 12 hours which lasted a full week (diarrhea, nausea, and malaise). I then learned from others who use it that you can experience a yeast die-off from consuming too much too quickly rather than letting your body adjust slowly. So definitely be conservative in the beginning and work yourself up.

Hope this helps!

[Mrs_S]

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i got mine from whole foods.

[hawkeyelinn]

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Oh... and I also get the kind I use now (Nutiva, Extra Virgin Coconut Oil) from Amazon.com . The first brand I tried was by Emerald Labs and bought it from GNC (about $14). It was fine for a first try... very creamy and coconutty... kept me interested in continuing CO. However I could tell a slight difference in quality in both texture and taste once I tried Nutiva for the first time. Now Nutiva is my brand of choice. Hope this helps again! lol

[Mrs_S]

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You've made me curious..so I checked..the brand I bought was Organic Jarrow Formulas. Just a random FYI.

[Angelasherell]

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I use it to cook. Organic pressed. Keeps my fat percentage up and helps with weight loss

[Atkid]

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I also buy the Nutiva at a local health food store but paid way too much for it. It was like 21. for a mayo size jar. I have seen it online for cheaper.