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Traditionally our forefathers maintained their health in large part by using natural products. One such natural fruit with numerous benefits accessible in various forms is coconut. Coconuts are dried in the sun and then pressed mechanically to extract coconut oil. 

Coconut oil is considered a panacea for all ills in India. It is used for various purposes starting with its application on our heads for healthy hair, as the preferred oil for cooking in some parts of India or to apply it on a bruise for faster healing. It is indeed a life saver for millions in India, a first aid of sorts – but let’s dive a little deeper and see if science backs this up.

Groundnut oil is a plant-based oil that is widely used in Africa and Asia. Derived from peanuts also known as groundnuts, Groundnut oil is extracted by cold-pressing, which means the peanuts are crushed without heating them. Groundnut oil has a high smoke point and a neutral taste, which makes it perfect for sauteing and deep frying. It also has an excellent balance of polyunsaturated fats & saturated fats, giving it a low cholesterol content when compared to other oils such as olive or coconut oils.

All of us aspire to have beautiful and pretty feet. The reality is that 90% of us have cracked feet or dry feet. The human foot is a complex and intricate part of the body. It is also one of the most commonly injured parts of the body. Foot conditions can range from minor to severe, but it is essential to know what to look for if you have any of these symptoms

Coconut oil is a gift of nature that has versatile uses. It can be used to moisturize skin & hair. One of the lesser known uses is its usage in keeping good dental hygiene.  Teeth are one of the most important parts of our body. They are the only part of our body that we use to eat and talk with others. We need to take care of them in order to prevent tooth decay and maintain a healthy smile Let’s look at how to have a daily routine for oral care including teeth whitening, teeth cleaning, and gum health with coconut oil in this article

Sesame, commonly known as benne, is a flowering plant in the family Sesamum. There are many wild relatives in Africa and in India. It has become widely naturalized in tropical areas all over the world and is grown for its edible, pod-shaped seeds.

Coconut oil with its unique chemical structure has many healing properties. It is anti-microbial, anti-fungal & anti-bacterial. All these properties make it a perfect ingredient in the preparation of many medicines in Ayurveda. Let’s dive right into it!

A very popular cooking oil for us Indians is Sesame oil. I still remember walking with my grandmother with oil bottles in hand during my childhood. We would go to the nearest press to collect the oil that she would have ordered few days before. Those days this was how everyone got their supply of oils! Sesame oil can be not only used for cooking but also to moisturize skin, hair, etc. 

Coconut oil is one of the best-kept secrets for beautiful glowing skin! Our grandmothers and mothers would swear by it for their glowing skin textures! The nutritional profile of Coconut oil is what makes it an elixir for skin treatments. Dry, flaky, itchy skin? Massage in some coconut oil. Want natural Sunscreen? Rub in a pinch of coconut oil. Want to moisturize and hydrate the skin, treat burns & inflammation? It's Coconut oil to the rescue. Winter, summer no matter the season, Coconut oil is for all seasons!

Coconut oil is a versatile health and beauty product. In local parlance, it is called a miracle oil for the numerous applications and benefits that it brings.  Of the many uses, one important application that is used the world over is for healthy hair. Regular use of coconut oil helps to protect, improve and grow healthy and bouncy hair.   

When you use an edible oil in cooking or in salads, you might not recognize a great difference between a cold-pressed oil Vs a regular oil but there is a world of difference in their nutritional profile and chemical compositions.  Why is it important to choose the right kind of oil? The kind of oil we consume determines not only our cardiovascular health but also how we look and feel. Our skin, hair, etc also get affected by the oil that we intake.