http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss Coconut Oil Cures -- Medicinal Uses of Coconut Oil Explained. Sat, 20 Mar 2010 17:15:56 EDT en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=RCO_40124 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss1 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:16:12 EDT Elsaeasterly from Elsewhere, Ca, Usa writes: "Bill, I have been consuming VCO for a few months with no problems. A couple of weeks ago I put a spoonful into my oatmeal, took a bite, and it was rancid! It ruined my whole bowl of cereal. I had to throw away about 3/4 of a jar of oil. I bought a new jar, checked the expiration date (2011), had it for a couple of weeks and the same thing happened. I'm confused. I went through 2 or 3 jars with no problems. The storage temperature has been the same - 76 degrees, a soft solid state. I thought VCO was stable at room temperature. Anyway, this is becoming very expensive. Do you have any idea why this would be happening? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_39988 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss2 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 09:08:47 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Cpn from Panther Land, Usa writes: "Hi Bill! I always find your post interesting. I have a question for you. I have been consuming VCO 1 Tablespoon 2 or 3 times a day and baking soda 1/2 Teaspoon 2 or 3 times daily for about a week now. Most of my stools have yellow liquid mixed in and some mucus. I was wondering if this is yeast die off??? Did you have this yellow liquid at anytime??? The reason I think it is yeast is because, back in the day, when I use to drink alot of beer. If I were to drink to much or sometimes just after a night of drinking, I would have stools similar to this. One of my friends said it was yeast that was in the beer coming out. I hope it is yeast die off, but I have no flu like symtoms at all. Although most of the stools have water with them, I still would not say it is diherra, but rather just a loose stool. Most of the time just one or two a day, but space out like normal bowel movements would be. I also take a probotic when I can remember to. I have lost a small amount of weight also. I still eat most anything, but have cut out alcohol, sugary drinks and most anything that resembles bread for the most part. Thank you." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=MULTIPLE_39911 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss3 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:17:45 EST [YEA] Diana from London, England, United Kingdom writes: "MY FATHER HAS PARKINSONS, I BOUGHT COCONUT OIL AFTER ACCIDENTLY FINDING A SITE ABOUT THE OIL, I FOUND IT INTERESTING READING, MY FATER HAS 2 TBS A DAY AND WE HAVE NOTICED HE IS MORE ALERT AND TALKATIVE AND INTERESTED MORE IN WHAT IS GOING ON AROUND HIM, AMAZING, I READ THAT THE BRAIN IS MADE UP OF FATS, AND MY THEORY IS THAT AS WE ARE TOLD NOT TO EAT SATURATED FATS THAT BEING THE BAD STUFF,WE ARE ACTUALLY STARVING OUR BRAINS, I NEVER KNEW THE COCONUT OIL WAS MADE OF 92 % HEALTHY AND GOOD SATURATED FATS THE KIND OUR BRAIN NEEDS TO FEED ON, I AM ALSO TAKING 2 TBS A DAY I HAVE LUNG DAMAGE DUE TO SEPTICEMIA AND AT TIMES HAVE TO TAKE STEROIDS, I HATE THEM AS THEY MAKE MY FACE LOOK FLUSHED, SO I STOPPED AND JUST TAKE THE COCONUT OIL ALONG WITH A WARM DRINK OF CAYENNE PEPPER A LITTLE GINGER AND LEMON, I FELT BETTER VERY QUICKLY, IT WORKED FOR ME, I ALSO NOTICED MY HAIR IS GETTING MORE COLOURFUL I AM A NATURAL REDHEAD AND OVER TIME THE COLOUR HAS BECOME DULL, AFTER A FEW WEEKS MY HAIR IS GETTING RED AGAIN I AM SO HAPPY, I RUN TO THE MIRROR EVERY MORNING TO CHECK IT L.O.L. I THINK COCONUT OIL IS AMAZING." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=ASTHMA_39791 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss4 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 08:59:47 EST [YEA] Tinkerbell from Austin, Texas writes: "I have been taking coconut oil mainly because I heard it helps UTI's and i got them chronicly. I never expected it to help my asthma! Iv been taking it a few months and I noticed I wasn't useing my asthma meds. I couldn't believe it. Iv been studying coconut oil like crazy for a week now and found that this stuff is incredible! I eat a lot less cause the oil suppress my hunger, my chronic UTI's are gone, I have way more energy, my asthma is going away, my skin is clearing up, dry skin is gone, candita symptoms are gone, chronic headaches are gone. Coconut oil has given me hope for a new life! Don't take it from me! Educate yourself. There is a ton of science behind this stuff, and research that can help you understand what it does and why." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=MULTIPLE_39766 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss5 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 17:11:16 EST [YEA] Aliona from Seoul, Tukpyolsi, South Korea writes: "Thank you so much for sharing your good and bad experiences about coconut oil. I used coconut oil in all my foods for 2 months and lost 10 kilos. i didn't know coconutoil was a weight loss support. I just learnt about it yesterday. A few weeks ago,a friend gave me a bottle of unrefined coconut oil from West Africa. After reading it's uses,i have decided to apply it on my acne destroyed face.I have tried washing my face with warm water then apply coconut as a moisturiser.It has done wonders in just two days and im determined to use it forever. I have wasted thousands of dollars buying a hell of creams and drugs to cure acne but with no success. My last and only trial is coconut oil.my mom had advised me to use it sinc eit's available in Africa my motherland, but i ignored her advice but have chosen to take it now. will update u on my progress.Thanks to your website. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_39659 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss6 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 09:43:52 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Heather from Readig, Pa writes: "I need desperate help and I don't know where to start! For the past month i have had horrible reactions to all my shampoo, soap, face wash, bubblebath, etc. I knew of my allergy to coconut however always avoided ingesting it, just now, it is affecting me topically. All my products have a form of coconut oil in them. My symptoms are upset stomach and extreme itching all over my body, sweating, and maybe others that i don't notice as being related. I started using products without any(which is very hard to find) yet i am still experiencing this extreme itching all over. Antihistamines are not helping and i'm absolutely baffled on how this has flared up only this past month when it seems to be in everything i have used in past years. Please give me any info you can!!!!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_39615 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss7 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:58:38 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Juno from West Hollywood, California, Usa writes: "A few weeks ago I posted a question regarding the possibility of being allergic to coconut oil? I got many good responses, mostly praises for the wonderful qualities of this oil and the fact that most people with a reaction to it probably have detox issues, mainly candida. So I tried it again. This time I did not attempt to ingest it, but used it on my face and some on my arms. My face glowed and my arm skin was supple and soft, however, my neck started developing red dots which soon became red patches of raised swollen skin. My neck was itchy and very sensitive. Today, the day after (I did not use the coconut oil) still, neck very red swollen patches, and after the morning shower it looked like my neck suffered a burn. Does this mean I have Candida? is this a die off reaction? and if so, why only my neck? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_39591 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss8 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:26:35 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Amanda from Hot Springs, Ar, Usa writes: "i had taken vco a few times in the past and it gave me severe diarrhea. i started out more slowly this time and it no longer happened. i have been taking 2 tsp per day for a few weeks. i was feeling great for a while; more energy, better skin, etc. the last week or so, i have been feeling bad; more anxiety, trouble sleeping, lightheaded, my heart racing. i stopped taking it a few days ago,but my heart rate is still higher than my normal and in the middle of the night i woke up feeling panic and checked my bp and pulse rate on a bp monitor; it said around 90 and irregular heartbeat which made me worry (i get panic attacks) i checked it again and it said my pulse was 144 and my blood pressure was high. my blood pressure is NEVER high. it is usually about 100 over 60. i know i was at a high level of anxiety and that can make your heart race and blood pressure go up,but i know my body and i have had anxiety for years and my blood pressure and heart rate have never gone up like that. my question is,for those of you who have experienced similar symptoms, does it take a while to get out of your system?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=COCONUTOILRECIPES_38691 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss9 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 10:44:09 EST [YEA] Tanya from Townsville, Queensland, Australia writes: "Favourite way to consume Coconut Oil Delicious Dairy Free Alternative Coconut Chocolate Spread: I like to get my daily dose of VCO by making a spread with 1 part coconut oil, 1 part agave, 2 parts raw cacao powder, pinch crystal salt, pinch stevia - stir. I love it on wholemeal organic spelt toast :). " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SIDEEFFECTS_38654 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss10 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:40:16 EST [SIDE EFFECTS] Juno from West Hollywood, California, Usa writes: "Is it possible to be allergic to coconut oil? Whenever I try to use coconut oil(internally, or externally) my skin feels itchy and dries up. Is this just the famous die off reaction, and if so what exactly is dying off of my skin? I have read somewhere that coconut oil is a drying oil and also that it doesn't go well with people with certain blood types like -O is this true? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SATURATED-FAT_38557 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss11 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:49:10 EST [QUESTION] Robert from Moreno Valley, Ca writes: "Ive just started trying the Organic Virgin Coconut Oil and have read quite a bit here on your website and have read almost every single letter/email or comment. But Ive also read on another site that the oil is pretty high in saturated fat which is normally very bad for you and can cause heart disease and high cholesterol so how is it that so many people have claimed that it does the exact opposite? Is there a difference between the fat is from a fruit versus from an animal? Thanks and Im looking forward on seeing in the next few days how it will affect me." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=HEAD-CONGESTION_38262 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss12 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 14:48:04 EST [YEA] Sweetwater4life from Covington, Ga writes: "I have been suffering from pressure in the back of my (L) eye and then radiating to my forehead and (r) eye. I went to the doctor was given an antibiotic for possible sinus infection. Took antibiotic, did not work well. Still experienced pressure. I was reading a book about Barbados and the Rastafarian culture. They mentioned the use of coconut oil for head congestion. I am a firm believer in natural healing, and the use of herbs. So, I tried it along with clove oil (a droplet of clove, very strong). I mixed the coconut with the clove, and that night I slept all night without being awakened to pressure behind my eye and in my head. I have been doing this for 4 days and have not experienced the pressure that I have endured for close to 4 months. Also, clove oil is such a powerful oil, it has helped me with gingivitis (no more bleeding gums), muscle aches, bad breath, bee stings, and infections of the skin. Check it out." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=FLU_37739 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss13 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:05:11 EST [YEA] Coconutgirl from Greenville, Sc, Usa writes: "I read several excellent books on coconut oil and gave it a try. After two years of taking around one heaping teaspoon a day or extra virgin organic (either eating it or cooking with it), I have not had a cold, sore throat, flu, cough etc, and I used to be cold a lot and have a lower body temperature. Taking the coconut oil has kept my body temperature normal. I believe I wasn't getting enough fat in my diet, since I eat about 75% vegetarian foods. I also stopped taking the flu shot when I started the coconut oil and still no flu. While everyone around me at work was sick during flu season, I got nothing! The books tell you to take much more, like a couple of tablespoons, but I am a small person, and coconut oil is expensive, so I decided to start with a small amount and stick with that. During the summer, I don't take it regularly, but during flu season, I take it or cook with it daily or at least 5 days per week. You can also just buy coconut and crack it yourself, but it takes time. The stores also have shredded coconut, which is great in oatmeal. Try different forms so you don't get bored. It's all good." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=MENSTRUATION_37665 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss14 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 17:07:48 EST [YEA] Jhopkins from Chapel Hill, Tn Usa writes: "Coconut oil helps with menstruation I am 32 and started using extra virgin coconut oil Oct 2009 (it is now Jan 2010). This is the first period I have gone through where it last half as long. I have noticed it was not heavy at all. I still had some cramps, but not as bad as usual. I have never had a period as short as this in my life, I didn't even think it was really possible...down from 7-8 days to 4. I take about 1 Tbsp of EVCO in my coffee daily. I did have to start out with a smaller dose and work it up. I hope to be able to consume more on a daily basis. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=HERPES_36825 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss15 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 23:13:12 EST [YEA] Claudia from Van Nuys, Ca writes: "I am 34 and coconut oil is the only thing that has worked for cold sores. I use coconut oil on my lips daily. When I feel a cold sore coming on, I use more coconut oil and the sore does not even grow. I also use coconut oil for my skin as a moisturizer as well and it works wonders. I highly recommend the use of coconut oil." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=HEMMORHOIDS_36119 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss16 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:27:07 EST [YEA] Linda from Salem, Oregon writes: "My 93 year old mother was suffering from bleeding hemorrhoids and I read here about Coconut Oil and got her some. I put some in a separate bottle for the bathroom and the rest she used in her kitchen. A nice big spoonful in her oatmeal every morning and within a few days the bleeding stopped and she is now fine and gaining strength back." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=SUNSCREEN_35931 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss17 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 16:25:31 EST Anushka from Panaji, Goa writes: "Can pa___e brand coconut oil be used as sunscreen even in peak hours of sun?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Remedies/coconut_oil.html&name=HERPES_34998 /Remedies/coconut_oil9.rss18 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_oil9.rss19 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_oil9.rss20 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_oil9.rss21 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_oil9.rss22 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_oil9.rss23 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_oil9.rss24 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_oil9.rss25 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. "