Coconut Oil

[Desertthorn]

Other boards have been talking about using coconut oil to help lose weight. Some folks say it helps with weight loss, some say their skin glows, others say their nails and hair look great.
I googled it and found this article
Coconut Oil & Diets on MedicineNet.com
but the guy who is saying it works is an ND, not am MD so I am still skeptical.
Has anyone tried it?
I'm up for anything.

[Sunny_0ne]

I have also read the posts about coconut oil on other boards.

I've switched to using it to cook my eggs in and for sauteing. I don't think I am eating enough to trigger the reported weight loss benefits, because the number usually given is 3 tablespoons a day.

However, I am up for giving it a test run. Based on Dr. Atkins advice for slow losers -- UP the fat percentage -- I am consciously adding more fat. A lot of it has been mayonnaise, but I think I'm going to make a goal of getting in 3 tablespoons of coconut oil a day... just to see what happens.

I'll be interested in comments from others who have tried it at those levels.

[EverLosing]

Yeah, I've posted several times raving about coconut oil. I LOVE IT.

Check these out:
Coconut Research Center Home Page
http://www.atkinsdietbulletinboard.c...conut-oil.html (Coconut Oil)

I think part of the reason people lose weight using it is because it really does help control glucose levels. Keep in mind, however, with our WOE, we already have that advantage! You will LOVE LOVE LOVE the energy boost you get from using this. I eat it straight off the spoon. It starts to melt as soon as it hits your throat.

[EverLosing]

Sunny, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at how great you feel AND I really believe you might see more pounds take a hike!! It's not easy throwing a tablespoon of that waxy, chunky oil in your mouth and swallowing hard BUT I promise it gets easier to do. Soon, you'll want the energy burst so much, like an addict, that you're more than willing to eat it straight. Have a glass of water handy to wash it down!

[Sunny_0ne]

Everlosing, do you use the kind that tastes like coconut, or the more highly refined one without the taste?

I got the tasteless kind because I thought it would work better in cooking.

[scaleskl]

HMMM, I am going to have to try coconut oil. I will read the articles that you have all posted. Thanks.

[Desertthorn]

I think I'm adding it also.
Can't hurt

[EverLosing]

Originally Posted by Sunny_0ne

Everlosing, do you use the kind that tastes like coconut, or the more highly refined one without the taste?

I got the tasteless kind because I thought it would work better in cooking.

Hmmmm, good question. I think there's a light slightly sweet taste to it, but I've never thought it really tasted like coconut. I get 16 ounce jars of Extra Virgin, Certified Organic Coconut Oil made by Emerald Laboratories. I order it online to save money BUT in a pinch, I've been able to pick up the same brand at GNC.

I really don't think you'll get enough of this just cooking with it. I take it straight. Just did it as a matter of fact. One tablespoon is ALOTTA solid oil, let me tell you! I had to wash it down with my other vitamins and supplements. Lots of water!!

[Sunny_0ne]

I must have the same kind that you do, Everlosing.

I just had a cup of vanilla chai tea with cream and added 1 teaspoon of the oil to it.

It was good.... and did the number on the little hunger rumbles that were starting.

[Mom2Boxer]

I just read this. It sounds revolting! LMAO! HOWEVER, I am up for a miracle too...so please let me know if it helps you to get moving again with the weight loss.

This support group is cool beans! ((HUGS)))
Sandy