Coconut Oil

Adding saturated fat to ones diet is typically frowned upon.

However, when it comes to coconut oil all the experts agree.

Coconut Oil has a whole host of benefits. Amongst other things it will support immune function; prevent bacterial, viral and fungus infections and digestive disorders; and increases metabolic rate.

Part of the reason Coconut oil is so good is because unlike other oils it has a high smoke point (450F) and a low degree of oxidation (which is what happens when a good fats turn bad!). Which makes it good to cook with!

Rich in antioxidants, coconut oil is a saturated fat. Nevertheless, saturated fat in fast food and saturated fats in healthy, natural foods are two completely different things. According to Jonny Bowdon, Ph. D, you should ‘avoid the first like the plague, and enjoy the second to your hearts content’.

My tip today is to add coconut oil to your diet.

Add a spoonful to your porridge in the morning in the morning, as it also tastes good too!