Coconut has amazing health and beauty benefits. It is the fruit of cocos Nucifera palm. Coconut is highly versatile and indispensable for the people of South Asia and the Pacific islands.

Coconut nutrition

It has many bioactive compounds which are essential for health. It contains lauric acid which increases the good cholesterol levels in the blood. Coconut water is a refreshing drink for the hot tropical summer months.

Coconut beauty hacks

Hair conditioner

Mix 1 cup of hot water and two tablespoons coconut oil. After a little while when the oil settles, massage it into your hair. Wear a shower cap. Let it nicely penetrate your scalp and give life to the roots of the hair. Leave it for about 1-2 hours. Then wash your hair with a mild shampoo. You can feel that your hair is soft, shiny and bounces with life.

Lip balm

During the winter months, the lips become dry and chapped and it loses its gloss. To naturally treat your lips slightly warm up two to three drops of coconut oil. Apply gently on your lips. You will be amazed at the results. It is essential that you continue this practice to ensure your lip health.

Body moisturizer

Coconut oil can add softness and shine to dry and dull skin. The fatty acids in the coconut oil penetrate deep into the skin and thoroughly hydrates it.  You can use coconut oil as a body moisturizer. Apply coconut oil to your body, after your bath. It gets easily absorbed into the skin. You can apply coconut oil onto dry and cracked heels to soften it.

Body butter

Dr. Josh Axe recommends this formula. You can mix shea butter, jojoba oil and coconut oil and some of your favorite essential oil. Slather it on your body and lock in the moisture.

Detox bath

Add ¼ cup of Epsom salts and ¼ cup of coconut oil in the hot bath. You can relax and unwind. While this superb combo eliminates the toxins from your body and detoxifies it. You can add lavender essential oil  for aromatherapy.