Coconut Oil

[Guest guest]

I take it both ways...and after I eat or when I think about it...I

had jar by a light I leave on in the kitchen and it melted...guess

the heat from the bulb melted it...I was use to taking it solid or

cream like butter so it makes no difference to me....Darline

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> > I read that taking 3 tablespoons of coconut oil a day is best for

> > heatlh? Should the 3 tablespoons be taken on an empty stomach or

> > with a meal?

>

> I don't think it matters. Sometimes I take it alone and sometimes

in a

> salad, buckwheat pancakes, etc. It still gets where it's supposed

to go!

> :-)

>

> > Also now that winters approaching the coconut oil is

> > starting to solidify so when taking coconut oil is it 3

tablespoons

> > of the solid or 3 tablespoons of the liquid?

> >

>

> If you don't mind it being solid, you can eat it that way and it's

going

> to melt in your body anyway.

>

> I discovered that the area above the pilot lights on my gas stove

were

> warm enough to keep the coconut oil in a small jar melted if I put

the jar

> on the stove right above the pilot light area. If you have an

electric

> stove, you'll have to figure something else out.

>

> Zack

[Guest guest]

> >

> > >

> > >

> > > I read that taking 3 tablespoons of coconut oil a day is best

for

> > > heatlh? Should the 3 tablespoons be taken on an empty stomach

or

> > > with a meal?

> >

> > I don't think it matters. Sometimes I take it alone and

sometimes

> in a

> > salad, buckwheat pancakes, etc. It still gets where it's

supposed

> to go!

> > :-)

> >

> > > Also now that winters approaching the coconut oil is

> > > starting to solidify so when taking coconut oil is it 3

> tablespoons

> > > of the solid or 3 tablespoons of the liquid?

> > >

> >

> > If you don't mind it being solid, you can eat it that way and

it's

> going

> > to melt in your body anyway.

> >

> > I discovered that the area above the pilot lights on my gas stove

> were

> > warm enough to keep the coconut oil in a small jar melted if I

put

> the jar

> > on the stove right above the pilot light area. If you have an

> electric

> > stove, you'll have to figure something else out.

> >

> > Zack

[Guest guest]

The therapeutic dose of coconut oil is based on the amount of lauric

acid found in mother's milk. The suggested dose contains 24 grams of

lauric acid. That amount would be found in 3.5 Tablesoons of coconut

oil or 10 ounces of pure coconut milk or you could eat 7 ounces of

raw coconut daily. This information comes from Enig who co-wrote

Nourishing Traditions with Sally Fallon. Dr.Enig is a lipid expert

who wrote a book named, " Know Your Fats " .

All my best to my friendly coconut eaters! :-) Sheila

>

> I read that taking 3 tablespoons of coconut oil a day is best for

> heatlh? Should the 3 tablespoons be taken on an empty stomach or

> with a meal? Also now that winters approaching the coconut oil is

> starting to solidify so when taking coconut oil is it 3 tablespoons

> of the solid or 3 tablespoons of the liquid?

[Guest guest]

I had read some where that coconut oil was best taken on an empty stomach. I

know when I intially started doing that my stomach pains started going away.

Now most of the time I just cook with it or add it to steamed vegetables. If I

haven't cooked with it for a couple of days I may eat some cold. In a lump on

my tongue will be okay and sometimes it makes me gag.

I think I am going to find some coconut milk that doesn't have any corn starch

in it and make a smoothie or drink of sorts to get in my coconut. I love dried

coconut and I think it was Zack or Chef Suz that said they just nibbled on it

during the day and it was great for a snack. Chewy and sweet. I like it that

way too but you have to eat so much of it to get in enough coconut for the day

if you are trying to get your 3 T equivalent.

I notice when I cook with CO a lot gets absorbed into the food and I know that

heating doesn't affect the effectiveness of the CO. So maybe to get more in

...........really add a big spoonful to your pan.

Jeanne

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The therapeutic dose of coconut oil is based on the amount of lauric

acid found in mother's milk. The suggested dose contains 24 grams of

lauric acid. That amount would be found in 3.5 Tablesoons of coconut

oil or 10 ounces of pure coconut milk or you could eat 7 ounces of

raw coconut daily. This information comes from Enig who co-wrote

Nourishing Traditions with Sally Fallon. Dr.Enig is a lipid expert

who wrote a book named, " Know Your Fats " .

All my best to my friendly coconut eaters! :-) Sheila

>

> I read that taking 3 tablespoons of coconut oil a day is best for

> heatlh? Should the 3 tablespoons be taken on an empty stomach or

> with a meal? Also now that winters approaching the coconut oil is

> starting to solidify so when taking coconut oil is it 3 tablespoons

> of the solid or 3 tablespoons of the liquid?

[Guest guest]

Thanks Robin. I can't take it plain but don't mind it

mixed in with something. I used it to cook my chicken

in the other night (mixed with olive oil) and couldn't

really tell the coconut taste. We also use organic

coconut in our smoothies (along with aloe vera juice).

What can someone tell me about fruit? I really didn't

get that from the files section and there is

controversy over what is and is not allowed. NO FRUIT

period for the first few weeks or more? Or can I have

berries, green apples and lemons? I'm figuring out

exactly what I need to bring into the house so I have

plenty of food to eat and won't be tempted to fill up

on something I shouldn't. Hugs, Carol B

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[Guest guest]

Carol wrote:

> What can someone tell me about fruit? I really didn't

> get that from the files section and there is

> controversy over what is and is not allowed. NO FRUIT

> period for the first few weeks or more? Or can I have

> berries, green apples and lemons? I'm figuring out

> exactly what I need to bring into the house so I have

> plenty of food to eat and won't be tempted to fill up

> on something I shouldn't.

Grapefruit and lemons are lowest in sugar content. You can have as

much lemon juice as you wish, but go easy on the grapefruit in the

beginning. I couldn't eat any fruit without getting reactions for

about 1-1/2 years, so I'm don't recommend it even after the first

weeks. Each person needs to decide for themselves based on their

progress and reactions. But even for healthy people fruits have a

high sugar content and are not good for health, so everyone should

eat them in moderation. They should always be eaten with plenty of

good fats to slow their release of sugars into the bloodstream.

That's why fruit and cream taste so good together.

When you add fruit do one at a time, maybe start with apples, and

only have one serving to see how you react. Homemade applesauce with

no added sugar is a good one to start with because it is cooked and

easier to digest. Reactions can sometimes take up to a day or two,

so don't judge by immediate reactions only.

I hope that helps.

Hugs,

Bee

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[Guest guest]

Carol, how do you freeze your lemons ?

Do freeze the lemon whole after you wash it ?

And, what brand of stevia do you use?

On Sun, 26 Dec 2004 17:35:31 -0800 (PST), Carol Brown <kalo777@...> wrote:

>

> Well I have a freezer full of lemons from my mothers

> tree. They make GREAT lemonade when sweetened with

> stevia. Guess that's what I'll do. Thanks, Carol B

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[Guest guest]

Hi ,

" Good " fats like coconut oil and butter do not make your body create

fat, carb and " bad " fats do. Good fats even go through a different

metabolic route in the body and are needed by every single cell,

especially the brain which 80% fat. They are needed to make

cholesterol which is a protective substance for the body.

Cholesterol is necessary for making bile for digestion as well.

If you eat the good fats and eliminate the bad fats and lower carbs

like the diet listed in my article you will lose weight. There is a

new book out by Sally Fallon " Eat Fat, Get Thin " and she is an

excellent writer and researcher from the Weston A. Price Wise

Traditions site: www.westonaprice.org. Also at that site there are

numerous articles about good fats and bad fats which will help you

understand why good fats don't make body fat. Read and enjoy!

Luv,

Bee

[Guest guest]

Dear Betty,

If you could get the name of the coconut oil you bought and then repost

your question, that would be good.

Bee

> I just purchased some coconut oil at health food store yesterday.

This kind didn't have the smell or taste that the Garden Of Life did.

Wished I could remember the name of it. Wonder if it as good to use as

the Garden of Life? The cost was $12.95 for the jar.

[Guest guest]

Betty,

Was spectrum naturals the brand? I tried that a while back, and the

texture and taste were both different.

Take care,

Erek

> I just purchased some coconut oil at health food store yesterday.

> This kind didn't have the smell or taste that the Garden Of Life did.

> Wished I could remember the name of it. Wonder if it as good to use

> as the Garden of Life? The cost was $12.95 for the jar.

>

> Betty

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[Guest guest]

I will go home and check. I meant to write it down. It is in a white

container.

Betty

Re: [ ] coconut oil

Betty,

Was spectrum naturals the brand? I tried that a while back, and the

texture and taste were both different.

Take care,

Erek

> I just purchased some coconut oil at health food store yesterday.

> This kind didn't have the smell or taste that the Garden Of Life did.

> Wished I could remember the name of it. Wonder if it as good to use

> as the Garden of Life? The cost was $12.95 for the jar.

>

> Betty

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

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Some people have trouble eating CO off the spoon...I don't, but you

may want to add it to smoothies or chase it with a strong drink. It

usually goes down better if in liquid, rather than solid form. I

usually take a tblspoon or two a day. When I take too much, it

actually seems to dry my skin out.

On Apr 9, 2005 5:13 PM, West <clairewest@...> wrote:

> I've decided to try some coconut oil (a first for me) and will be getting

> the fermented oil from WFN. I plan to take this raw, rather than using it

> in cooking, and wonder if anyone on this list can help me with regard to an

> amount per day this is reasonable. Also are there any problems in terms of

> what other food this might be combined with?

>

> Thanks,

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<Some people have trouble eating CO off the spoon...I don't, but you

may want to add it to smoothies or chase it with a strong drink. It

usually goes down better if in liquid, rather than solid form. I

usually take a tblspoon or two a day. When I take too much, it

actually seems to dry my skin out.

Thanks for the info. This is very helpful. I do need to ask, though: Is

solid vs liquid a question of how warm the room is? Or do some people

refrigerate the oil?

http://www.taichi4seniors.com

[Guest guest]

> Thanks for the info. This is very helpful. I do need to ask, though: Is

> solid vs liquid a question of how warm the room is? Or do some people

> refrigerate the oil?

>

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> http://www.taichi4seniors.com

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I don't refrigerate VCO and yes, the oil is solid in winter, but then

liquefies when the temp goes up.

[Guest guest]

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I'm glad it worked for you. I have also been using it on my face in the am.

After I get out of the shower, I put it on. By the time I put my makeup on, it

has absorbed into my skin. I must say, my skin looks great!

I make a batch of coconut oil, cocoa, coconut milk, coconut and a sweetner.

Mixed them together. I keep it in the frig. I take a tablespoon in the am,

lunch and dinner.

My energy level has not been this good in 6 months. Everytime someone tells me

about the lack of energy, I always tell them about coconut oil.

I'm glad I could help

Carol

<mwcislo@...> wrote:

I can't remember who told me about coconutdiet.com but I wanted to

thank them. I was skeptical, but I got it and tried it out anyway. I

have a confession... I love it! Coconut oil tastes sooo good and isn't

greasy like other oils and above all it's healthy! I made stir fry

with it so far and I plan on using it as much as I can. It has boosted

my energy levels in just a couple of days. I hope it helps with

weightloss and thyroid function too. So to the person who suggested

this to me Thank you so much

[Guest guest]

It's solidifying point is 76 degrees F (the good stuff, that is!).

Take care,

Alice - HSing mom to Alice (DS) born Thanksgiving Day 1995 :-)

Hopewell Junction, NY

http://users.bestweb.net/~castella

----- Original Message ----- --- Sandy <samack@...> wrote:

> So is the solid Extra Virgin Coconut Oil bad?

> Should all our coconut

> oil be liquid regardless of the temperature?

Not necessarily - VCO is naturally solid depending on the storage

temperature.

In warmer climates, it usually stays liquid, whereas in colder places it

stays solid.

So if you keep yours at room temperature, it may be liquid (depending on the

temperature

insde your house).

But if you store it in a cold cellar for instance, it will be solid.

However, it CO has been artifically " solidified " by hydrogenation, that's

when it is

undesirable.

-Pratick

[Guest guest]

I'm wondering what kind of amounts people are taking daily that they find to

be beneficial... I'm guessing this varies from person to person, but

basically I'm wondering if there is a minimum level that must be taken to be

effective, or what folks are finding to be optimally beneficial for them?

[Guest guest]

Hi ,

3.5 TBSP is the recommended daily dosage, spread

throughout the day.

Much love,

Pamela

--- Every <denisee@...> wrote:

> I'm wondering what kind of amounts people are taking

> daily that they find to

> be beneficial... I'm guessing this varies from

> person to person, but

> basically I'm wondering if there is a minimum level

> that must be taken to be

> effective, or what folks are finding to be optimally

> beneficial for them?

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[Guest guest]

Hi Pamela,

What is the coconut oil for?

Bev

Pamela <southallp@...> wrote:

Hi ,

3.5 TBSP is the recommended daily dosage, spread

throughout the day.

Much love,

Pamela

--- Every <denisee@...> wrote:

> I'm wondering what kind of amounts people are taking

> daily that they find to

> be beneficial... I'm guessing this varies from

> person to person, but

> basically I'm wondering if there is a minimum level

> that must be taken to be

> effective, or what folks are finding to be optimally

> beneficial for them?

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

Hi ,

three tablespoons daily is what is commonly quoted, but no reason why you

cannot take more. However, when I FIRST started using it I had three tbsps

in my porridge, plus almost same amount whisked in my nightly cocoa, it kept

me very regular if you see what I mean. No harm in moving the toxins on a

bit faster either, as long as its not too loose and watery!!! Now I am used

to taking that much I do not have the same problem, and yes I am losing

weight, but slowly and my feet and hands are warmer. I no longer have a

husband who used to keep my feet warm, and I have ditched the socks in bed

too!

Val

Re: coconut oil

> I'm wondering what kind of amounts people are taking daily that they find

to

> be beneficial... I'm guessing this varies from person to person, but

> basically I'm wondering if there is a minimum level that must be taken to

be

> effective, or what folks are finding to be optimally beneficial for them?

>

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[Guest guest]

I have been using coconut oil practically with all my

meals for at least two years now... generously...my

husband is totally surprised that I have not gained an

ounce with all that delicious oil... and I had a

problem with my weight, when I first had thyroid

problems years ago...

I have no idea, how much could be too much, but I

don't need any oil, butter, etc. anymore... coconut

oil is perfect for me...

Ingrid

--- <veetee@...> wrote:

> Hi ,

>

> three tablespoons daily is what is commonly quoted,

> but no reason why you

> cannot take more. However, when I FIRST started

> using it I had three tbsps

> in my porridge, plus almost same amount whisked in

> my nightly cocoa, it kept

> me very regular if you see what I mean. No harm in

> moving the toxins on a

> bit faster either, as long as its not too loose and

> watery!!! Now I am used

> to taking that much I do not have the same problem,

> and yes I am losing

> weight, but slowly and my feet and hands are warmer.

> I no longer have a

> husband who used to keep my feet warm, and I have

> ditched the socks in bed

> too!

>

> Val

> Re: coconut oil

>

>

> > I'm wondering what kind of amounts people are

> taking daily that they find

> to

> > be beneficial... I'm guessing this varies from

> person to person, but

> > basically I'm wondering if there is a minimum

> level that must be taken to

> be

> > effective, or what folks are finding to be

> optimally beneficial for them?

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[Guest guest]

I have never seen nor tasted coconut oil, what does it look and taste like? Can

you bake with it and still get the same results?

Bev

Ingrid <molokai_duo@...> wrote:

I have been using coconut oil practically with all my

meals for at least two years now... generously...my

husband is totally surprised that I have not gained an

ounce with all that delicious oil... and I had a

problem with my weight, when I first had thyroid

problems years ago...

I have no idea, how much could be too much, but I

don't need any oil, butter, etc. anymore... coconut

oil is perfect for me...

Ingrid

--- <veetee@...> wrote:

> Hi ,

>

> three tablespoons daily is what is commonly quoted,

> but no reason why you

> cannot take more. However, when I FIRST started

> using it I had three tbsps

> in my porridge, plus almost same amount whisked in

> my nightly cocoa, it kept

> me very regular if you see what I mean. No harm in

> moving the toxins on a

> bit faster either, as long as its not too loose and

> watery!!! Now I am used

> to taking that much I do not have the same problem,

> and yes I am losing

> weight, but slowly and my feet and hands are warmer.

> I no longer have a

> husband who used to keep my feet warm, and I have

> ditched the socks in bed

> too!

>

> Val

> Re: coconut oil

>

>

> > I'm wondering what kind of amounts people are

> taking daily that they find

> to

> > be beneficial... I'm guessing this varies from

> person to person, but

> > basically I'm wondering if there is a minimum

> level that must be taken to

> be

> > effective, or what folks are finding to be

> optimally beneficial for them?

> >

> >

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> >

> >

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[Guest guest]

Hi Bev,

The oil is white and solid, and smells delicious. It has been used in baking

by my daughter, but not sure if it was the standard of her baking, that let

the oil down, or the other way round! Melt the oil down and add to

smoothies.

I brown meat in the oil, and it does not make the meat taste like coconut

either.

Val

Val

Re: coconut oil

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> > > I'm wondering what kind of amounts people are

> > taking daily that they find

> > to

> > > be beneficial... I'm guessing this varies from

> > person to person, but

> > > basically I'm wondering if there is a minimum

> > level that must be taken to

> > be

> > > effective, or what folks are finding to be

> > optimally beneficial for them?

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[Guest guest]

<<Melt the oil down and add to smoothies. >>

I've tried this and what I get are hard waxy little lumps.....I have not

found a way to incorporate this into a cold drink successfully.

[Guest guest]

the only difference is HOW and by what method the oil is extracted, that's

all. It is still coconut oil at the end of the day.

Val

Coconut oil

> Does coconut oil have to be virgen oil for it to work properly? Will

> just plain organic coconut oil (non- virgen) work just as well? Will

> the fact that the oil is not virgen oil cause weight gain?

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