THE POWER OF COCONUT OIL

Containing medium-chain triglycerides which boost “good” cholesterol, help with weight loss and provide a direct source of natural energy to our bodies, cooking and baking with coconut oil has long been recommended by nutritionists due to its proven health benefits.

The next time you’re stocking up on this much-loved kitchen staple, be sure to pick up an extra jar for your next self-care session. As well as working wonders for your health in the kitchen, coconut oil is a fantastic multi-purpose beauty tool that can work wonders for your skin, too. Studies show that it improves skin barrier function and repair, has anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, fights the signs of skin ageing and makes an effective cleanser and moisturiser. It also helps you to grow healthy, thicker, longer hair.

However, the refining process can diminish the mighty coconut’s naturally beneficial properties, so opt for the likes of Irish company Frontier Foods’Raw, Organic Coconut Oil to make sure your skin reaps the rewards of using this wonder ingredient to its fullest.

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