Get ready to make coconut oil your next go-to product.
All-Natural Lip Balm
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Since lip balm is going on your lips and can potentially be consumed, it's important that it's safe for your body to ingest. Coconut oil not only provides sun protection and promotes silky soft lips, but it's also safe to eat.
You can put the coconut oil directly on your lips or combine with beeswax and shea butter for extra conditioning.
Sugar-free Coffee Creamer
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That creamer you put in your coffee each morning to lessen the bitterness may taste amazing, but it's probably loaded with artificial ingredients and sugar.
In comes coconut oil—place just a little bit in your coffee for natural flavoring and enjoy the creaminess.
Oil Pulling
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Oil pulling is used to kill bad breath, fight bacteria, fight tooth decay and boost your immune system, and this old-fashioned practice is amazing for your health.
Simply swish one tablespoon of coconut oil around in your mouth for about 10 minutes without swallowing, then spit and rinse.
Skillet Cooking
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Forget butter. Coconut oil is great for sautéing your favorite veggies or frying up some chicken. This substitute works well because it makes the meal lighter, helps with meal cleanup and has excellent flavor.
Bug Bite Salve
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When those summer insects get ahold of your skin, it's easy to reach for chemicals in a tube to soothe your bites. When you're itching, use coconut oil to sooth the urge to scratch. It instantly relieves your skin and moisturizes at the same time.
Smoothie Booster
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Smoothies are a great place to pack in nutrients, and coconut oil is no exception here. Add in a tablespoon with your fruit for an extra dose of healthy fats. It will even improve the smoothie's texture, making for easy pouring and consumption.
Skin Moisturizer
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Coconut oil could not be a better substitute for the expensive moisturizers sold in stores. Because coconut oil is solid at room temperature but melts in your hand, it will easily glide on your skin.
Just be sure not to use too much, so it doesn't clog your pores.
Popcorn Topping
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If you want that extra burst of flavor on popcorn without the crazy amounts of calories in movie theater-style butter, try coconut oil. Warm the oil and drizzle the top of your popcorn with it. Add salt and enjoy.
Cuticle Oil
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With all the harmful chemicals standard in most nail care items these days, it's refreshing to have an option that's not only natural, but offers nourishment for your nails and defense against harmful bacteria that can get into your nail beds.
Use it to push back and soften your cuticles for easy removal.
Baking
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When baking that yummy pastry or muffin, it's so simple to replace butters and vegetable oils with coconut oil. It's an easy way to get just a little more health in your meals without sacrificing taste or texture.
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