http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss Coconut Oil Cures -- Medicinal Uses of Coconut Oil Explained. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:53:53 EST en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=HERPES_34998 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss1 Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:06:14 EST [YEA] Krishna from Singapore writes: "Treatment for herpes If anyone there is suffering from herpes virus, please try applying coconut oil on the affected area. Even if you don't have an outbreak you can still rub coconut oil on the affected areas twice daily to stop an outbreak. Coconut oils are easily available in any Indian shops. You can also make it at home. Take some milk from coconut and boil it under high temperature. Keep boiling until all the milk evaporaes. Squeeze the white substance that is left and you will get pure coconut oil. Please try, this oil treatment it really works. You don't have to spend so much money on antibiotics and it is harmless to your body. Goodluck and best wishes " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=COCONUTOILRECIPES_34512 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss2 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:42:00 EST [YEA] Corinne from S, Mo, USA writes: "Coconut Oil Recipe: Try spreading coconut oil on cinnamon raisin toast. Delicious!!! :)" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=GUMDISEASE_34214 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss3 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:40:03 EDT [YEA] Bob from Denver, Colorado writes: "Coconut Oil and gum disease I tried Coconut oil pulling for gum recession. After having two expensive surgeries my gums continued to recede. After using Coconut oil for about a year my 7 pockets are now 4 and my dentist believes I no longer need to be concerned about receding gums. I credit the Coconut Oil used in oil pulling for the improvement. Thanks for a great site for alternative remedies. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_34116 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss4 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 22:51:49 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Angela from Dawson City, Yukon writes: "Last night I cooked with about two tablespoons of coconut oil for the first time. I was not aware of it's specific cleansing properties. About two hours later I experienced extreme stomach cramps, shaking, vomiting and diarrhea. This lasted about 4 hours. This morning I am still having some stomach cramps. I thought I had food poisoning and noticed that the coconut oil I had just purchased expired in 2008. I am wondering if the expired coconut oil could have caused these reactions or did I use too much? I also have had liver issues for many years. Any feed back would be great." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_33599 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss5 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 23:38:29 EDT Jane from St. Johns, Newfoundland writes: "OK so what i wanted to add here is that i have read this whole site here on virgin coconut oil. Obviously to me there were way more yahs then nays in here. I think like anything else some people have allergic reactions to coconut oil. Whats good for one person is not always whats good for someone else.I think you could just try it in very small doses to start with internally and externally. Maybe try it on a patch of skin maybe on your back where a reaction is not so noticeable. and just a small patch. Internally i have heard of people starting with like a teaspoon or maybe even half. After a week or two maybe up it to a full teaspoon if no bad side effects ocurr. Its always better to be safe than sorry. For the most part though i think with all the positive effects its worth trying. I am not an experienced user but i will be starting after today. only problem is i bought the wrong stuff. Some refined stuff thats missing the great smell of coconut that i love.So back to the store again hunting for this stuff. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=BURSITIS_33330 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss6 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 18:54:13 EDT [YEA] Saysouda from Nashville, Tn writes: "Organic Virgin Coconut Oil for bursitis, joint pain. I'm 36 yrs old and for 3 yrs I have bursitis on the should area and pain in my wrist. I decided after reading on earthclinic to give VCO a try. In one week I noticed the pain went away and I have more energy. It really really WORKS! I take a 1 Tablespoon/day. Put in coffee, spread it on toast instead of butter, put some in my soup, add to my pasta sauce. I love the smell. I even use it as a cold cream to clean my face at night. I even give VCO to my dogs and cats and their coats are shiny and soft! I will continue to take this the rest of my life. I love VCO! Thank you earthclinic. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=TAKEINTERNALLY_32952 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss7 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:15:40 EDT [QUESTION] Giglez2u from Morrill, Ne, United States writes: "Okay, I have a couple of questions about vco. First, when taking it internally, exactly how much? I am completely unfamiliar with this stuff... Sencondly, I am reading that it can be used in place of moisturizers and conditioners for hair/skin. Again, how much? I have dry/oily skin in places and have color-treated hair (quite oily though) I don't want to make my problems worse by over-moisturizing. But, I'm seeing that the benefits far outweigh the negs, so I am going to try this. Any feedback would be appreciated!!! Thanks in advance!!!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=BACKPAIN_32558 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss8 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:13:04 EDT [YEA] Ellen from Arlington, Tx writes: "Coconut oil for back pain (pinched nerve) Yes!!! It worked wonderfully. I rubbed a quarter sized amount of coconut oil on my back a little over an hour ago. It has made the pain go away. I don't know how long the relief will last but I will keep using it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=MULTIPLE_32112 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss9 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 18:22:10 EDT [YEA] Gramma from Raymond, Alberta, Canada writes: "My husband and I use coconut oil as a rub for aches and pains. Hubby had his right shoulder replaced 10 years ago and coconut oil keeps him pain free. I need back surgery but am too old so I use coconut oil to relieve pain. We also use it to rub arthritic knees, hips, elbows and hands. We were in Majuro for 18 months five years ago and were introduced to coconut oil by the natives when I stepped onto a red ant pile and was severely bitten all over my legs. Instant relief from coconut oil. We don't measure, we just scoop out a little and rub it on. It has to be 100% pure coconut oil to work." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=MULTIPLECURES_31988 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss10 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:49:39 EDT [YEA] Elisabeth from Encinitas, Ca writes: "My acupuncturist recommended I use Virgin Coconut Oil as a more stable cooking oil than olive oil and for it's is generally beneficial qualities. I loved it so much I started using it on oatmeal, on salad, in smoothies, on toast. Probably about 2-4 Tbsp a day total for the last 7 months. I also started buying organic coconut milk to make rice with and smoothies, fresh coconuts for the water and meat and ice cream made of coconut milk. Although I am extremely active my weight rarely fluctuates down - to my surprise I lost a few pounds after the first month of gorging on coconut products and it never came back. My recovery time (lactic acid pain) after sports has completely vanished and my joint/tendon issues are much shorter and less painful. I also used to have extraordinarily fragile skin and hair from years of medication and am noticing much less bruising, tearing, scarring etc and overall better tissue strength suppleness." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=REFINED_30832 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss11 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 06:52:05 EDT Connie from Manitowoc, Wisconsin writes: "Before educating myself I began using refined coconut oil and experienced chest pain, probably from the oil. When I switched to unrefined virgin coconut oil the pain disappeared." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_30779 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss12 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 08:31:34 EDT [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Bee from Somewhere, Mo writes: "Just wanted to share my experience with VCO. I read about it here and was impressed by all the claims of how good it is for your health. I'm sure my diet isn't ideal anyways and I'm trying to be healthier and avoid all kinds of chemicals and drugs. So I started slowly. First evening just a 1/2 tsp. I did relatively shortly after experience cramping and nausea. I felt like I was going to get sick but never actually did. I'm glad I started with a small dose!! Anyhow I kept on with it..and after that I didn't have stomach ailments until I was up to about a TBSP (about a month later). However around the point I was taking 1 tsp I became sick, flu like symptoms. I had just been sick with a severe cold/flu not even 2 weeks earlier and it felt like the same thing all over again. Although I think it was a detox reaction. It did eventually pass, but lasted almost two weeks, and while it was unpleasant, I think it was necessary. I suspect maybe I have a candida problem or something similar. I crave sweets and eat a lot of carbs and sweets (Bad I know!!! I try to be better but obviously am not always). So I think this caused the headaches, general feeling of fatigue and acheyness and lots and lots of mucus!! I was coughing up stuff and my sinuses were clogged. Salt water in a neti pot helped and I tried the tomato tea which helped some too. But I'm feeling better now, not perfect, but it tells me that my body has a lot of recovering to do. There are a number of things I want to get under control, like anxiety and depression and digestive issues. I also want to get off my SSRI, I've gone through the withdrawal before and it is HORRIBLE, so I know it will not be easy, but I feel with some healthier habits and diet I can do it. Thank you for this site! And if anyone has suggestions to make getting off an SSRI easier please share!! I would also love to see a page on here about that if that would be possible!! Thanks again!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SUNSCREEN_30163 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss13 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 11:27:15 EDT [WARNING!] Renee from New York, New York writes: "I tried the coconut oil as sunscreen, and got very burned! I was out at the peak of the sun for four hours, but in any case, coconut oil does have amazing benefits, but this is not one of them. At least not during peak hours." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SKIN_30113 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss14 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 04:26:38 EDT Sarika from Abu Dhabi, U.A.E writes: "I have been looking for a remedy for smooth skin. Tried olive oil but found it too greasy and had breakouts on my face. I want to try coconut oil on the skin. would be glad if anyone has used it could share their experience with me. Thanks." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=MOLES_29977 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss15 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 10:34:26 EDT [YEA] Nancy from Bangor, Maine writes: "I had a large mole on my breast, the cost to remove it was rediculous so I decided to try coconut oil. It took about 2 months of keeping the mole saturated with the oil, but it finally just came off in small pieces and has not come back." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=HYPOTHYROIDISM_29288 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss16 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:11:36 EDT [YEA] Ron from Bradenton, Fl writes: "I was diagnosed with Hypothyroidism last year. I found this out because I had been gaining weight steadily, (over 40 lbs) even though I tried cutting back on my eating. I had no energy, couldn't sleep, was feeling anxieties, and just thought at one point I may be dying of something. My vision started to change too. So I went to my Dr., had tests done and was told my TSH levels were high, close to 12. I asked what the normal was, she stated between 3.5 to 5.6. My Dr. wanted to put me on synthroid. I asked how long I would need to be on it. She told me, for the rest of your life!!! I said there must be a natural cure. She said no. I wasn't convinced because I had heard from my mom (who is a nutritionist) that the body is designed to heal itself. Those words always stuck with me. So I did research on my own and found that coconut oil was what I needed to get my thyroid back to normal. So I tried it. 1 TBSP per day for the 1st week, 2 TBSP per day the 2nd week, then 3 the 3rd week. I saw my Dr. at the 3 week mark and was tested again. My TSH level had dropped to 7.8. Dr. said it was just a coincidence and that I needed to be careful because it could spike again. I continued to take coconut oil (organic type) for another 3 weeks. This time when I was tested my TSH was down to 4.2. Even though it was down where it was supposed to be, she still felt that I was a candidate for Synthroid. It was at that point I came to the realization (as others before me have) that Dr.'s are out for the income, not to help. I have been doing great ever since. My thyroid is back to normal and I lost all the weight I had gained and even gained muscle in the process, without even working out! Since then, I have continued to do research on the healing properties of coconut oil and can't stop talking to everyone about it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=COCONUT_29135 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss17 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:50:44 EDT phogallen1 from Peoria, AZ writes: "Hi all i just started using coconut oil last night and i used 1 tablespoon and swished and held in mouth for about 20 minutes. All went well but i did noticed that right after i spit it out that my gums were like a transperant white around my teeth. I felt great but i looked a little strang. Also when i spit out the coconut oil it looked milky in consistency. I guess i was expecting something different dont know if that worked or not. I went to the dentist today and my mouth is a little sore. i am wondering if i can continue with the oil after just having my gums cleaned under the surface which was done today...........thanks phogallen" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=TE_28992 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss18 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 10:59:00 EDT [QUESTION] Sangeetha from Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands writes: "Is VCO good for any age? My mother is 70 years old and suffers from diabetes and bigh blood pressure. I know VCO is good for diabetes. Is it also god for high blood pressure? Is it ok for a 70 year old with these ailments to drink VCO? Also, due to so many benefits includes its ability to fight virus and bacteria, I wanted to give it to my 6 1/2 year old daughter, maybe in smaller quantities of 1 tsp to begin with, gradually increasing to 2 tsp. a day. Is it alright for a child that age to drink VCO? Thank you in advance for responses." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SEIZURES_28480 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss19 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 10:33:43 EDT [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Holli from Kansas City, MO writes: "When I found out the long list of benefits for coconut oil, i bought some. Primarily for my 5 yr olds seizures, but figured we'd use here n there. My acne is clearing up- by moisturizing with it. My hair looks better-hot coconut oil treatment. And best yet, my 5 yr old has had noticibly fewer/calmer seizures this week! I'm just a geek on the net, not trying to sell anything, but wow. read up on it's versatility." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_28357 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss20 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:21:13 EDT [SIDE EFFECTS] Jennifer from Phoenix, Arizona, USA writes: "I have had malabsorption issues for sometime. My ND wanted me to introduce 100% virgin coconut oil into my diet because of the medium chain fatty acids. I needed to gain weight and muscle. I was using 2T per day in fruit smoothies, cooking, or on toast. Loved the flavor but the side effects were not good. My ND pooh-poohed my questions about possible side effects so I was extremely relieved to find this forum with postings from a number of people who have experienced what I did. My side effects were: severe stomach and gut pain with bloating and tenderness, bad reflux (which I had never had before), heart palpitations, severe sleeplessness, general anxiety-like symptoms, concentration problems, even gum sensitivity . . . just a general sense of continually deteriorating function the longer I was on it. After researching this forum I went off the oil and the symptoms I listed disappeared within two weeks. Although I have no doubt it is a great product for many people, I will never take it again. It just isn't okay for one food item to make me that ill and affect so many areas of my life. The bottom line for me is to learn to listen to my own body and to respect and act on those messages." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=COCONUT_28080 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss21 Tue, 09 Jun 2009 11:30:17 EDT [QUESTION] Denise from Atlanta, GA writes: "Hello: I have had chronic mucus build up for more than 15 years due to food and environmental allergies and have been using over the counter sprays and guifenisin tablets like Mucinex several times a day. I tried oil pulling for the first time this morning (for 20 minutes) using 1 tablespoon of Coconut Oil. After 20 minutes I spit out the oil and it was still white, not yellow. Based on all of the information I have read, if the oil has removed the toxins it should have turned yellow after 20 minutes. I am still congested, should I continue to use the coconut oil or switch to a different type, oil pull for longer than 20 minutes or simply give the oil pulling more time to work. Please advise. Thanks" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=OLIVE_28070 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss22 Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:58:04 EDT [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Lisa from Port of Spain, Trinidaad writes: "I began oil pulling 3 weeks after I suddenly developed very horrible bad breath. I have no cavities, am not a smoker, dont drink alcohol, coffee and carbonated beverages and I'm a vegetarian. I used EVOO as i couldnt get Sesame or Sunflower oil. The oil pulling has done wonders for my gums and teeth, my gums are more pink and my teeth are now a lot whiter. A gap i had between 2 teeth has closed up and there is no 'gap' anymore. However the bad breath remains and it is driving me crazy as i have to interact with lots of people. I keep wondering if i should continue with the oil pulling: will the bad breath go away eventually or do i need to use other 'remedies' as well, am I suffering from the herx effect or is my body too acidic? Any suggestions are welcomed. Thanks." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=COCONUTOILRECIPES_26634 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss23 Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Cocofan from Los Angeles, CA writes: "Coconut Oil in Almond Milk: I am a big fan of coconut oil. My skin looks great and regular external usage has cured my acne. To take it internally, I heat a small cup of warm vanilla almond milk in the microwave. Then, I add a spoonful of coconut oil. It's a delicious treat. I have also found that I no longer suffer from the intense sugar/carb cravings that I used to have before I started taking coconut oil." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=HYPOTHYROIDISM_26428 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss24 Sat, 09 May 2009 00:00:00 EDT [QUESTION] Sangeetha from Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands writes: "Can someone please tell me if it is necessary to melt the EVCO before taking it as a cure for side effects of hypothyroid? Is there any particular time this should be taken? Can it be taken close to taking thyroid medication? Also is Armour Thyroid a better suggestion than Eltroxin, if so, I can ask my doctor to switch me to Armour." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=TAKEINTERNALLY_25738 /Remedies/coconut_oil10.rss25 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] LaToya from Bronx, NY writes: "I've started using VCO recently. I mix a teaspoon into my hot coffee. It tastes great, actually. Don't know if thats an ideal way to take it, but it tastes good."