Coconut Oil

I've been reading alot about the versatility & benefits of coconut oil.

 When enough reading became enough, I decided to try it for myself.

This is where I bought mine. 

It is a solid below 76 degrees but 

slowly liquefies as it reaches temps above that. 

Here are even more uses for coconut oil:

Homemade Toothpaste - Combine equal parts coconut oil and baking soda. Sweeten with stevia and flavor with your favorite essential oil.

Aromatherapy - Whether you like coconut or not, the soothing aroma of coconut oil is pleasing to us all and can help us wind down after a long, stressful day. 

Wound Care - Although you may not be ready to give up your Neosporin, coconut oil can even be used as a topical protector for wounds, shielding them with a thin chemical layer from outside contaminants. You can apply a small amount of coconut oil to small scrapes and cuts.

Metabolism Booster - 2 tablespoons per day are proven to rev up your metabolism.

Thyroid Supporter - Regular coconut oil consumption has been shown to support healthy thyroid function.

Energizer - 1 teaspoon can give you a burst of energy instead of turning towards a caffeinated energy drink.

Oil Pulling - Swish coconut oil around in your mouth for 10 minutes before brushing.

That last one, oil pulling, is something I read about a 

long time ago and have been wanting to try it ever since.

  You can read more about it here.

It helped to think of it like gum: 

You can chew and chew but you shouldn't swallow it. 

Same with the oil: swish and swish but spit it out when you're done.  

PLus you can do it while doing other tasks like getting 

dressed or doing the dishes, which is what I did. 

:) 

Have you used coconut oil?

What do you think of it or what's your favorite way to use it?