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Love Coconut Oil? We have 51 Popular Ways to Use It!

November 6, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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Who doesn’t love, love, love coconut oil? It’s simply the best thing since sliced bread, isn’t it?  It has so many uses, too!  It’s been around for eons, but has suddenly become popular due to social media sites and the internet, during the past decade.

You probably use it on your skin and hair, but did you know that there are literally dozens of ways to use coconut oil? Even we were amazed at the things it could be used for!

We’ve got 51 ways to enjoy the healthy goodness of this coconut product, so you might want to turn on your printer! This list is a bit long!

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51 Popular Ways to Use Coconut Oil

  1. Super skin moisturizer
  2. Nourishing hair with its unique fat makeup
  3. Mix it with apple cider vinegar as a natural treatment for head lice
  4. Makes a super diaper cream that is completely natural
  5. Helps to heal the perineum after giving birth
  6. Speeds healing of sunburns (use after the heat is gone)
  7. Increases mental alertness when consumed regularly
  8. Helps to shorten the duration of the flu or cold virus (mix into hot tea)
  9. Stops acne when used regularly
  10. Perfect for healing those dry, cracked heels.

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  1. Naturally clears up cold sores or fever blisters
  2. Great for homemade soaps or homemade laundry soap.
  3. Cleans and softens shiny leather items such as purses or boots.
  4. Best insect repellent has ever been rosemary oil mixed with coconut oil.
  5. Mix with clay and charcoal for a super homemade soap that is easy on the skin
  6. Make your own coconut oil based doggie treats!
  7. Terrific in homemade shampoo bars.
  8. Cheap anti-frizz hair treatment; simply rub a dime sized portion through your hair.
  9. Rub into cuticles daily to help nails grow and stop hangnails.
  10. Best all natural baby lotion ever!

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  1. Mix with a few drops of scented essential oils for a sweet smelling massage oil.
  2. Ladies, this makes a great personal lubricant.
  3. Has a natural SPF of 8, so you can use it as a tanning oil.
  4. Use in your slow cooker soap recipe for super rich lather.
  5. Mix coconut oil and sea salt for a super exfoliating scrub.
  6. Mix with sugar for a sweet body scrub!
  7. Whip coconut oil and pure Shea butter for a luscious body balm.
  8. Consumed regularly, it might help to prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
  9. When used regularly, it can reduce the appearance of cellulite.
  10. Helps skin to heal quickly after infection or injury when applied topically.

 

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  1. Improves circulation when consumed regularly.
  2. Used in “pulling” coconut oil can make teeth whiter and stronger.
  3. When used in food, it can support thyroid function.
  4. The perfect oil for “seasoning” cast iron pans.
  5. Replace vegetable oil in recipes for added nutrition.
  6. By substituting coconut oil for other fats in your diet, you can increase your metabolism, and lose weight.
  7. Instantly boost energy when consumed regularly.
  8. Improves your dog or cat’s skin and coat when consumed regularly.
  9. Makes a terrific coffee “creamer”.
  10. Best wood polish ever!

 

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  1. Ease the itch of insect bites within seconds.
  2. A natural lip balm that works much better than petroleum based products.
  3. Use as a moisturizing make-up remover.
  4. Fight inflammation naturally by replacing other fats with coconut oil.
  5. New mothers can stop sore nipples by using natural coconut oil. Super safe for baby, too!
  6. Removes stuck on chewing gum almost like magic.
  7. Makes a wonderful bath oil. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil to some coconut oil for a super relaxing soak that naturally softens the skin.
  8. Eases the discomfort of most skin rashes.
  9. Want to jazz up some popcorn? Add a bit of melted coconut oil, rather than butter.
  10. Fade sun spots or age spots by rubbing a dab of coconut oil into the area each day.
  11. Ease hard, dry, cracked doggie paws by rubbing some coconut oil into the pads each day. Do this outside to avoid getting it on your carpet!

 

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While coconut oil might not be a “cure all”, it certainly can do more than we ever thought it could!

What is your favorite way to use coconut oil?

 

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Filed Under: Foods, Hair and Skin, Health, Healthy Eating, Healthy Living, Natural, Nutrition, Oils, Organic, Pain Relief, Truth, Weight Loss Tagged With: babies and coconut oil, Best uses for coconut oil, Best ways to use coconut oil, How can I use coconut oil, natural coconut oil, Top uses for coconut oil, what is coconut oil good for

You Can Rely on These Top 10 All Natural Antibiotics This Winter!

October 9, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

 

 

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Antibiotics are, and have been, a lifesaving medicine for millions. Unfortunately, the overuse or incomplete use of antibiotics has now created bacteria that are resistant to all known types of antibiotics.

This means that, once again, unless we develop new antibiotics, bacteria will reign supreme and people will die from simple infections.

You can avoid these dangers by only using antibiotics when you truly need them and by consuming all of the medication your doctor gives you.

You can also avoid these dangers by using nature’s antibiotics whenever possible.

Of course we aren’t suggesting that these are better than or even equal to prescription antibiotics, but many times these natural foods, spices, and oils will do the job.

Want to know more? Keep reading and find out which are the top 10 antibiotics given to us by Mother Nature.

 

  1. Garlic   antibiotics-garlic

This is perhaps the most common and most used all natural antibiotic. Simple, everyday cloves of garlic contain antifungal, antiviral, and antibiotic compounds. Garlic needs to be crushed or cut in order to release these compounds, however. So be sure to add plenty of garlic to whatever you are cooking to keep yourself healthy, even if it won’t get you voted Most Kissable!

 

  1. Echinacea   antibiotics-echinacea

Native Americans have used this flowering plant for eons. It can treat bacterial infections, wounds, and keeps the immune system working properly. You can use Echinacea creams to treat many skin problems and stop infections. You can also take supplements to fight off internal bacterial or viral infections or to simply keep your immune system working at its best, drink a cup or two of Echinacea tea each day during the flu season.  Please note that those who have immune disorders should avoid this supplement.

 

  1. Honey   antibiotics-honey

This is a sweet remedy that has been used for hundreds of years! Honey contains antimicrobial, antiseptic, and anti-inflammatory compounds. Before bandages or antibiotics, honey was often applied to skin wounds to prevent infections, as well as being used as a face wash to prevent breakouts. Always use raw, organic honey for best results.

 

  1. Turmeric   antibiotics-turmeric

Used in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine for centuries, turmeric is a super anti-inflammatory with antibiotic compounds that not only destroy bacteria, but encourage the body to use its own natural defenses to heal itself.  You can consume fresh turmeric via food or tea, take supplements, or mix turmeric powder with honey and milk for a super antibiotic potion!

 

  1. Oil of Oregano   antibiotic-oil-of-oregano

A chemical compound in oregano oil, called carvacrol, is such a powerful antibiotic that it has been known to work in cases where antibiotic resistant bacteria refused to budge! You can mix a few drops of this healing oil in water to bathe wounds, help stop skin problems, treat foot or toenail infections, and much more! For cough or flu symptoms, add a few drops to a pot of boiling water and breathe in the healing steam.

 

  1. Olive Leaf Extract   antibiotics-olive-leaf-extract

Olive leaves have good antimicrobial benefits, as well as a natural anti-inflammatory action. You can consume this one via supplements, or make your own tincture for external use by filling a jar with fresh olive tree leaves and covering them with vodka. Leave in a dark place for 4 to 6 weeks, then strain out the leaves. This makes a terrific wash to cleanse wounds or cuts.

 

  1. Goldenseal   antibiotic-goldenseal

This is another herb that has been used by the Native People of America for centuries. It works well for both internal and external bacterial infections and activates the white blood cells of the body so they can fight infections naturally. This is very powerful medicine, however, and should only be taken for 3 or 4 weeks at a time. You can take supplements or make a tea from fresh leaves and flowers. Be careful if you harvest this plant wild, however, as it is on the endangered list due to over harvesting. Consider growing your own!

 

  1. Ginger   antibiotic-ginger

You might already know that ginger is a natural way to stop nausea and vomiting, but did you know that it can also help to stop food borne bacteria, such as salmonella? Drinking ginger tea after each meal ensures not only proper digestion, but will kill any unwanted bacteria and pathogens in your food.

 

  1. Neem   antibiotics-neem

Sometimes called Indian Lilac, neem is another powerful plant that fights bacteria without the bacteria building up a resistance to it. Neem oil is the perfect answer for oral problems such as gingivitis and bad breath. You can also use the leaves or powder to take care of most skin problems.

 

  1. Grapefruit Seed Extract   antibiotics-grapefruit-seed-extract

These tiny but powerful seeds are terrific for their antifungal, antiseptic, and antiviral compounds. Grapefruit seed extracts have been shown to be effective in fighting more than 800 types of bacteria and viruses. You might want to consider taking these supplements during the cold and flu season this winter!

It was the father of medicine, Hippocrates, who once said “Let your food be your medicine and your medicine be your food”. He was absolutely correct! Mother Nature has already provided us with almost everything we need to live a healthy, natural life; if only we would take advantage of it.

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Filed Under: Antibiotics, Bacteria and Germs, Foods, Health, Healthy Living, Herbs, How To, Natural, Nutrition, Organic, Plants, Supplements, Truth Tagged With: fight the flu naturally, foods that have antibiotics, natural antibiotics, no flu vaccine

Taco Trucks on Every Corner? Here are a Few You Shouldn’t Miss!

September 8, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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  This is a little outside of our usual stories, but we simply couldn’t resist.

No matter which color you are planning on voting for this November, you cannot deny that taco’s are great. This is what has made Trump’s buddy, Marco Gutierrez, the brunt of all jokes for at least the next few months. His statement, warning everyone that if Trump was not elected as President, it would lead to “taco trucks on every corner” must be the funniest thing said this election.

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Who doesn’t love tacos? Who wouldn’t mind a taco truck on every corner?

Well, we certainly wouldn’t. So in the spirit of tacos and building bridges, not walls, we would like to present the best taco trucks in America today.

  1. Leo’s Taco Truck

Let’s start with what is perhaps the home base of tacos, Los Angeles, California.  If you want the most authentic taco without using your passport, then Leo’s Taco Truck is the place to go. Slow roasted pork, marinated with fresh pineapple juice? Sounds like a dream come true!

 

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  1. Boka Tako

On the other side of the country, in Richmond, Virginia, you will find Boka Tako (which is a little cutesie spelling of Boca Taco, or Taco Mouth) These expert taco makers will thrill your taste buds with their chipotle cream, Habanero-lime vinaigrette, and something called Sambal Pork, which is pork meat marinated in a spicy type of Asian sauce.

 

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  1. Tacos Don Memo

The City of Brotherly Love (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) is host to some of the best carne asada tacos on earth. The truck is a tiny one, but don’t let the size fool you, the flavor is out of this world. For a change of pace, try their Torta Cubanan.

 

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  1. Chela’s

With a huge Hispanic population, it was hard picking out just one terrific taco truck, but when pressed for an answer, Chela’s had to be it. Be sure to order the carne asada with queso blanco with handmade corn tortillas. You’ll be back again and again for that one!

 

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  1. Taceaux Loceaux

Local favorites from this New Orleans, Louisiana, truck include andouille sausage and shrimp tacos. If you think tacos with a little Cajun twist to them sounds good, don’t miss this truck! Don’t forget the handmade salsa!

 

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It seems as though finding taco trucks on every corner, especially after 1a.m., sounds good to everyone. Except, perhaps, Marco Gutierrez.  Guess he’s a hamburger kind of guy.

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Why Don’t Mickey D’s Hamburgers go Bad? It’s Not What You Might Think

August 27, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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  Have you seen the latest video making the rounds on social media sites regarding hamburgers? In this video, Buzzfeed put hamburgers from 7 different fast food joints in glass jars and waited 30 days to see what would develop. (Excuse the pun).

After 30 days, some were covered in mold and other yucky things, but not the burger from Mickey D’s. In fact, it looked exactly the same as the day they put it in the jar!  You can see that short video here.

What the actual heck is going on ? Are Mickey D’s burgers made from space cows? Do they use some type of Alien wheat that doesn’t grow mold?

While there is no doubt that the visual part of this experiment can be nerve rattling, there are a few things you should take into consideration.

How Does Mold Grow    burgers 2

  Mold grows wherever there are sufficient levels of moisture and when mold spores are present (which is on just about everything).  With this knowledge in hand, J. Kenji Lopez-Alt, restaurant chef and blogger, created his own experiment in an attempt to find out why this one burger appeared to be ageless.

There are 5 main things that would stop mold from growing; some type of preservative, a high salt content in the meat, low moisture levels in the bun and/or meat,  no air where the burger was made, and no mold spores ever coming into contact with the hamburger, EVER.

Well, it’s fairly obvious that the burgers were exposed to air and weren’t made in the vacuum of space! And since mold spores are pretty much everywhere (although some are killed on the burger itself when it is cooked),  Lopez-Alt threw out these two ideas.

The ingredient list for the buns from all locations was pretty much the same. All fast food companies state that their meat is 100 percent beef, so there is no difference there.  So this chef decided to make some of his own handmade burgers and compare them with Mickey D’s. A total of 9 different burgers were made, some from McDonald’s (mixing up a few buns and patty combinations) and several made at home by Lopez-Alt.

He made some burgers with extra salt, some with no salt, and he used a variety of buns from local supermarkets. He wore gloves in all phases of cooking and even when touching the McDonald’s burgers to ensure he did not contaminate them with anything from his skin.

All 9 burgers were left sitting on a plate in the open air of his kitchen for three weeks.

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  After three weeks, all burgers looked exactly the same. NONE of them had grown any mold.  Those with no salt looked the same as the ones with extra salt, which looked exactly the same as the McDonald’s burger.

However, when the burgers were weighed, this is where the difference was found. Every single burger had lost at least 25 percent of their weight in the first week alone. This means they had lost their moisture and were dry. Mold must have moisture to grow.

McDonald’s tends to use very thin meat patties with quite a bit of surface area. This allows them to dry out very fast before they can grow mold. If you were to take a McDonald’s burger and put it directly in a plastic bag, which would seal in the moisture, it would be filled with mold quickly.

But What About the Video?    burger 4

  Since we don’t know anything about where or how these burgers were sealed, it leaves quite a few unanswered questions.

  • Were the burgers sealed immediately after purchase?
  • Where were they purchased? For example, burgers in Florida in the summer months would be subjected to a great deal more moisture than burgers in Phoenix.
  • Do other fast food restaurants use thicker meat patties?
  • In the video, the McDonald’s burger had cheese, but we don’t see cheese on every burger
  • Were there any condiments added or removed?

In order to compare things, you need to have all burgers tested be subjected to the exact same procedures. Since the video doesn’t tell us more, we can only guess.

The Bottom Line

   Of course, we are not suggesting that this means you should eat Burger King Hamburgers for lunch several times a week, simply because this video shows that they grew mold. Most fast food restaurants burger meals exceed everyone’s daily recommended amount of sugar, salt, and fat.

We should be objecting to the nutritional content of fast food meals, and not waste time speculating on why this burger did not grow mold.

 

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Filed Under: Foods, Health, Healthy Eating, Natural, Shocking, Truth Tagged With: hamburgers, Horrors about McDonalds, McDonald's burgers, McDonald's Hamburgers, moldy burgers, The burger challenge, Truth about McDonald's burgers, Why doesn't McDonald's food go bad

Top 10 Old Wives Tales Debunked

August 16, 2016 by Tammy Robinson Leave a Comment

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Grandmothers everywhere have been giving us their advice regarding what is good to eat, what isn’t good, what is safe, what will stop stomach aches, headaches, and what will downright kill you.

Well, we don’t mean any disrespect, but grandma’s are not always right.

In the same way that your grandmother gave you her grandmother’s best biscuit recipe ever, (and we don’t doubt that it is excellent),  but some well meaning advice also gets passed down from generation to generation with no questions asked. If grandma said  it, it must be true, right?

This always reminds us of a story we once read where a woman was making her grandmother’s famous pot roast recipe. The recipe started off by saying that you needed to cut the end off of one side. The woman began to wonder why this was. Was it meant to make the piece more juicy? To allow the sauce to permeate the meat better? She calls her mother and asks why she should cut the end off the meat. Her mother doesn’t know, so the woman calls her grandmother to find out.  “Oh, that,” her grandmother said, “it’s because I used MY grandmother’s roasting pan and it was very small, so we cut the end off of the roast so it would fit.”

We are going to debunk 10 of the most common old wives tales around so that you can stop cutting the end off of your roasts.

  1. Green or Sprouted Potatoes Kill   advice 2

Well, while green potatoes or sprouted potatoes may not kill, they could make you sick. Your potatoes sprout because of the warmth of your home. Exposure to light will hurry the process along and cause the potatoes to make chlorophyll, which is why they look a little green. Now, chlorophyll and solanine can make you pretty sick, so if you see some leaves starting to form or if the potatoes are green, it is best not to eat them to be safe. However, small little “eyes” just starting out should be no problem. Just pop them off and cook as usual.

  1. An Apple a Day    advice 3

Everyone knows this old saying. An apple a day keeps the doctor away, right? While apples are super nutritious, full of vitamin C and pectin, not to mention being a great source of fiber, we can’t go so far as to say that eating an apple each day will prevent things like diabetes, arthritis, or cancer.

  1. Eat Carrots and You Will Never Need Glasses    advice 4

There is no denying that carrots are very good for our eyes, they won’t actually fix vision problems. Carrots are loaded with antioxidants, beta-carotene, and other good things that will help maintain a healthy eye, but true vision problems will need to be corrected with glasses or contacts.

 

  1. Cracking Your Knuckles Causes Arthritis

Every grandma on the planet has said this at one time or another! We know ours certainly did, but is this true? Despite the annoying sounds, studies have found that those who crack their knuckles, even on a regular basis for decades, found absolutely no difference between knuckle crackers and non-knuckle crackers when it came to arthritis. Take note, however, that this study did find that knuckle crackers had weaker grips later on.

 

  1. Don’t Go Swimming for 30 Minutes after Eating    advice 5

This one is actually some darn good advice from grandma, so listen up! Autopsies on drowning subjects found that a full 80 percent of swimmers still had food in their stomachs. It’s believed that blood is diverted from the legs to the stomach for digestion, causing severe cramps for some persons. Just to be on the safe side, lie back and take a snooze after eating before you hit the pool.

  1. Reading in Low Light Damages the Eyes

While reading in poor light might give you a headache, it won’t cause long lasting damage to the eyes. To avoid eye strain and the headaches it causes, use a good reading light.

 

  1. Chicken Soup Cures a Cold    advice 6

Grandma’s chicken soup, no matter how good it is, may not “cure” a cold, but it certainly will help the body’s immune system fight it off. Chicken soup reduces inflammation as well, so this is one piece of advice you can take to bed with you next time you catch a cold.

 

  1. Sweating Removes Toxins   advice 7

Your body removes any waste or toxins via the kidneys and liver, not by sweating. We hate to break it to David Wolfe fans, but the detox craze is just that. A fad. There is no scientific evidence behind it whatsoever. Sweating is your body’s means of cooling itself, nothing more.

 

  1. Sugar Makes Kids Hyper   advice 8

This is another age old myth that just refuses to die. There is absolutely no evidence that kids somehow get “hyped up” on sugar. None. Sorry, grandma, give the kids their suckers, they won’t go crazy, we promise.

 

  1. Don’t Sit Too Close to the TV   advice 9

While this might have been true in the 1950’s and 1960’s, it certainly isn’t true today. Before 1968, televisions released some fairly high energy radiation that probably wasn’t so good for the eyes. Televisions made after 1970 are perfectly safe, however, so if your kid likes to sit close, it won’t hurt him. That being said, sitting too close to the TV can cause eye strain and headaches, so it’s better to watch it from a reasonable distance. If your child says he can’t see unless he sits close, it’s time to head to the eye doctor for a checkup.

Filed Under: Children, Foods, Health Fads, Healthy Living, How To, Natural, Seniors/Elderly, Truth or Fiction Tagged With: Advice, grandmas advice, Health myths, Old Wives TAles, Sayings and advice, True or false

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