Coconut oil: Nature's Miracle?

Ever wonder why people who live in tropical climates seem healthier and more trim than much of the western world?

The answer may lie in the type of food they are accustomed to consuming. Diets rich in coconuts and coconut by-products are thought to prevent or control numerous health conditions.

Health Benefits of Coconut Oil

* Improves immunity
* Increases energy levels
* Stabilizes blood sugar
* Facilitates weight loss
* Improves thyroid function
* Increases mental clarity
* Improves mental & emotional stability
* Possesses anti-fungal, anti-microbial & anti-viral properties
* Detoxifies
* Promotes overall wellness

Many are under the mistaken impression that coconut oil is detrimental to health, but this is simply not the case. Coconut oil contains lauric acid and because of this miracle ingredient, is being used as an alternate method to treat numerous conditions. Some alternative health practitioners are even incorporating it into treatment, along with other natural substances, to alleviate symptoms of certain conditions, including influenza, yeast infections and HIV.

There are many ways to incorporate coconut oil into your diet. Here is a delicious recipe for coconut ice cream.
Coconut Ice Cream

Ingredients

* 1 pint of heavy cream or half & half
* 1 can of sweetened condensed milk
* ¼ cup of coconut cream concentrate
* 1 teaspoon of pure almond extract
* 1 tablespoon of local honey

If you are able to get any or all of the ingredients in an organic version, it is recommended that you do so.

Instructions

1. Mix ingredients together and blend until smooth.
2. Pour the mixture into your ice cream maker and follow the manufacturer's instructions to make the ice cream. You can also use a blender or food processor.
3. After the mixture is blended, place the mixture in a container and freeze until ready to eat.