1/14/12 Yes, I'm sure you've heard before, "saturated fats are the worst kinds of fats, and by all means, they should be completely avoided" Well, the truth actually is, that there are exceptions to this claim, because in reality, all saturated fats are not created equal.
Fact: Some saturated fats occur naturally, such as the saturated fat in coconut oil, while other fats are artificially created into a saturated state through a process known as hydrogenation. The trans-fat that you see on commercially packaged foods? Yeah, those are the bad ones. Those are the fats you want to completely avoid.
According to Dr. Melina Jampolis of CNN, coconut oil is a type of fat that's quickly metabolized by the liver, so it's less likely than other types of fat to be stored as body fat. This wondrous coco-fat has been shown to increase metabolism, provide healthier shinier hair, and a healthier immune system. Coconut oil has even been shown to help with skin integrity when applied topically. This oil has some real strong anti-aging properties.
However, do keep in mind that coconut oil IS high in calories, so when introduced into your diet, it should be used in moderation and paired with a low-calorie diet and exercise. But one way you can use it without abandon (and fear of calorie intake) is on your hair and skin.
Victoria Secret Super Model Miranda Kerr recently told readers of Australian Cosmopolitan that, "Coconut oil is the key to her clear skin, shiny hair and trim figure." .. How about that!?
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