VCO, the Superfood
There is a compelling reason why the coconut tree is hailed as “the tree of life.” This is because it is a health food with antiviral, anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties. The secret is found in the fatty acids in coconut oil. Not only does it boost your metabolism, it also has positive effects on your heart and brain function.
Beneficial in many ways
Decades ago, the humble coconut was badly maligned because of its saturated fat. Today, that same fat is better appreciated and valued.
Healthy fatty acids
Coconut belongs to the medium-chain triglyceride category or MCT. In the realm of fat, it is a shorter fatty acid chain. Translation: the fat goes directly to the liver and is metabolized into energy or transforms it into ketones. Ketones boost the brain. Researchers are discovering the boost MCTs contribute to brain health. It is now considered as a natural preventive for epilepsy, Alzheimer’s and other brain-related conditions.
Possible food for the heart
There is some observational evidence that a diet high in coconut oil may lower the risk of stroke and heart disease. It was noted that the people of Papua New Guinea and Tokelau in the South Pacific who subsisted on coconut-based diets had little or no incidence of heart disease.
Not only does it boost your metabolism, it also has positive effects on your heart and brain function
Fat-burner
It will give you energy from fat, but that same fat is safe. Dieters will be happy to know that slimming down is made easier with VCO and MCTs.
Antiviral/microbial properties
Look to the lauric acid found in coconut oil. There is one other substance that has monolaurin—mother’s milk. Lauric acid, when digested, becomes monolaurin. This is the disease fighter that kills viruses, bacteria, fungus/yeast and microbes.
Diet food
Have you tried eating a whole coconut and not have food cravings or hunger pangs for two to three hours? That’s because its fiber and fats keep you in check. Yes, you can eat more coconuts and drink MCTs daily and stay slim or lose weight naturally. The coconut is considered keto-friendly.
Keto vs seizures
There are ongoing studies on the benefits of a ketogenic diet to help reduce seizures in children with epilepsy. This diet which reduces carbs and increases fats raised the ketone level, which benefits the brain. MCTs in coconut oil are the source of the ketone phenomenon.
Helps the brain function vs Alzheimer’s
When the brain is unable to use glucose for energy, Alzheimer’s sets in. This common form of dementia can be helped through the use of ketones as the energy source. Studies reveal the improvement of brain function in people with mild Alzheimer’s.
Everything to gain
With much attention given to VCO because of its antiviral properties, the consumption of VCO and MCTs can only do you good. In the fight against the coronavirus, VCO is a strong ally.