In relation to coconut oil, many experts warn that, driven by the rage for this food, we are awarding it more benefits than those that have actually been demonstrated. The real benefits of coconut oil –That is, those that have been supported by scientific studies– are the following:
Applied to the skin, coconut oil can end a number of stubborn conditions. It is able to combat dryness and irritation, which is why many people use it instead of moisturizer. In addition, it has often shown good results on eczema, psoriasis, and yeast infections.
It has been shown that virgin coconut oil raises good cholesterol levels. The partially hydrogenated type does the same, but with bad cholesterol, which has given it a bad rap in recent years, until it was shown that, while raw, it is healthy.
A recent study has shown that coconut oil can prevent cavities. This is because it stops the growth of most strains of the bacterium S. mutans - responsible for dental caries. This opens the door to the development of mouthwashes that kill only bad bacteria. The current ones kill all the bacteria in the mouth.
In the field of beauty, this food is used both topically and orally to improve the appearance of the skin. Some experts believe that when coconut oil is ingested on a regular basis, its detoxifying effects kill bacteria and toxins in the mouth, triggering a number of profound changes including increased radiance of the skin and decreased acne.