There are several health and cosmetic benefits of coconut oil. Coconut is among the wonder fruits and is commonly used in kitchens due to its amazing benefits. Coconut oil is attained from the white skin and its kernel. It is a fatty oil prominently used in cooking and other cosmetic purposes. It is rich source of saturated fats. Coconut oil is also responsible for increasing good cholesterol levels in the body. Other additional benefits of using coconut oil are as follows:

1.Fight against infections

Coconut oil helps in improving digestion and protects our body from certain type of diseases and ailments. It also keeps deadly viruses and bacteria at bay. Adding a spoon full of coconut oil in your meals will help you in gaining additional health benefits.

2.Helps to get rid of excess body fat

Coconut oil contains some fat elements which turn the fat into energy which results in the melting of fats instead of storage. This fat is known as medium chain triglycerides and are helpful in converting the fats into energy. Regular consumption of coconut oil helps in resolving appetite issues. It is necessary to add coconut oil in breakfast as it can decrease calorie consumption during lunch which helps in weight loss.

3.Coconut oil maintains cholesterol levels

It is effective to use coconut oil in your daily diet as it helps in regulating the cholesterol levels in the body. Coconut oil elevates good cholesterol levels and lowers the bad cholesterol which is possible due to the presence of Lauric Acid in the fatty acids of coconut oil.

4.Reduction of acne and pigmentation

Acne are caused due to the releasing of oil by the hair follicles and bacteria. These bacteria then cause inflammation on infected area resulting in the production of acne. Lauric acid in coconut oil helps in several cosmetic ailments and prevents dryness and scars. It helps in killing acne producing bacteria.

5.Useful in treating eczema and dryness

Known for its anti-fungal or anti-bacterial properties, coconut oil is helps in the treatment of eczema by providing the adequate moisture and helps in preventing dryness and itching. Moreover, it treats milk crusts, inflammation and rashes. Applying a little quantity of coconut oil over the infected area can soothes the skin from itching and inflammation.

6.Boon for damaged hair

Coconut oil prevents damage in hair caused by pollution, heat and other environmental or bacterial reason due to its sun blocking properties. Coconut oil protects hair from the harmful impact of ultraviolet rays. The oil is beneficial and absorbed easily into the hair scalp and provide moisture and texture to the hair. Moreover it helps in controlling dandruff and dryness in the scalp.

Coconut oil is the storehouse of several wonders and effective in the fungal and bacterial ailments. There are cosmetic benefits of coconut oil which includes the prevention of acne and scars and many more.