Why I use coconut oil for everything

Coconuts (public domain photo)

Coconut oil is my hero these days. I buy the organic kind, which may seem expensive to some. For me though, it's all about quality and diversity. Coconut oil is also longer lasting then other oils. It has medium chain fatty acids, but is cholesterol free. Coconut oil is better for frying. Plus, it makes wonderful beauty products that keep this naturally healthy grandma looking young.

Coconut oil is moisture rich

You can use it straight out of the jar as a conditioning lotion and a conditioner for your hair. It's so rich that just a small dab is all you need for luxurious locks. Some people even say it keeps the gray hair at bay. I'm not sure about that, but it does keep hair nice and soft. It also makes a great facial cream and make-up remover.

Look for soaps with a coconut oil base.

My grand-kids are always telling me how soft my hands are. I tell them it's the love. To be honest, though, it's probably the coconut oil. I've been using it a long time. My soap has coconut oil in it. I also keep a jar in my bathroom to use after showering. As I apply it to the rest of me, it soaks into my hands, leaving them soft and smooth.

Coconut oil is good for dental health.

Some use it for oil pulling. Personally, I use it as a toothpaste. I just mix it with a bit of baking soda and some mint extract. If my teeth are looking dull, I add a little hydrogen peroxide. Using coconut oil as toothpaste prevents cavities without harmful fluoride.

Coconut oil is diverse in the kitchen too.

I already mentioned using it to fry with. It makes a fabulous substitute for butter in recipes. It's still rich, but with good fats. Coconut oil can be used to grease the baking tins too. In fact, you can use it in any way other cooking oils are used.

Creamy ice cream

You can make ice cream and whipped cream by combining it with coconut milk or almond milk. Treats made with coconut oil and coconut milk are even better tasting than the conventional ones. Who needs dairy? It's not natural for humans to drink cow milk anyway. It's for cows, duh!

Every day, I find more uses for coconut oil

It even makes a fabulous, non-toxic wood conditioner/polish for furniture. Eczema simply vanishes when coconut oil is applied for a couple days. It's not just moisture rich, it's healing. Yup, whether it's with healthy food choices or lovely lotions, this grandma pampers herself daily with coconut oil. From the kitchen to the bath, it's the most diverse natural product in my house.