Extraordinary Health Magazine Extraordinary Health Vol 30 | Page 55

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GET SMOOTHER SKIN
Coconut oil is a key
foundational ingredient to
Grapefruit Peppermint scrub.
Simply combine 3 / 4 cup room
when combined with a few temperature coconut oil with
1 /
2 cup white sugar. Then add
other natural ingredients. the zest of 1 grapefruit, 10
Simply mix coconut oil with drops of peppermint oil, 20
sea salt or sugar for a daily drops of grapefruit oil. Like
exfoliator. While the salt or the daily scrub, the coconut oil
sugar exfoliates the skin, the moisturizes while sugar helps
coconut oil moisturizes. For exfoliate, and the grapefruit
an even more invigorating and peppermint scents
blend perfect for spring, try energize and uplift!
make a wonderful exfoliator,
this citrus-infused simple
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PREVENT & REMOVE RUST
ON HOUSEHOLD ITEMS
Believe it or not, coconut oil can
help prevent metal objects from
rusting. Rust occurs when red iron
oxide is formed, as a result
of the chemical
reaction that occurs
when oxygen and an iron
object is exposed to water or humidity in the air. Simply
rubbing coconut oil on objects can prevent this corrosion
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SOOTHE A SCRATCHY THROAT
Some even use coconut oil as a natural throat soother.
Coconut oil is a natural anti-inflammatory that helps
to alleviate pain and irritation. It also contains
antimicrobial properties, which can help
the immune system fight back against
bacteria and viruses. Try swallowing
one teaspoon up to three times daily
to soothe a sore throat or a
lingering cough.
process, keeping garden tools, outdoor furniture, scissors,
knives, children’s toys, or other rust-prone items in good
working order. Allow coconut oil to sit for a couple hours,
then wash off. Coconut oil can also help repair damage
already done by rust. Try slicking the surface of the rusted
item, for instance scissor blades, with coconut oil for an hour,
then rinse with warm water.
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SHARE WITH YOUR PETS
Just like us, our pets can benefit from coconut oil.
Cats suffering from furballs? Dogs eating leaves and
anything else they can find in the grass? Both of these
can lead to digestive complaints. According to PetMD,
medium-chain fatty acids, such as those found in
coconut oil, help with physical and digestive ailments
because they are directly absorbed in the GI tract,
then metabolized by the liver right away into utilizable
energy. To avoid diarrhea, add coconut oil slowly into
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the diet. Start by mixing a spoonful into your cat or
dog’s dry food to support digestion. Coconut oil
can also be applied topically to calm minor skin
irritations. In addition, rubbing a small bit on the
coat can help make fur shine!
MORAL OF THE STORY: WE’RE PRETTY SURE YOU CAN USE COCONUT OIL FOR [ALMOST] ANYTHING.
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