COCONUT
For years, coconut has been known as a valuable source of food and medicine.
It has antiviral and antibacterial properties; therefore, it can be used to tackle as influenza,
herpes, and measles, hepatitis C, SARS and AIDS.
Coconut is also effective in treating ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, gum disease
and cavities, pneumonia, and gonorrhea.
It helps in fighting harmful bacteria such as listeria monocytogenes and heliobacter pylori, and
harmful protozoa such as giardia lamblia along with fungal infections including candidiasis,
ringworm, athlete's foot, and thrush and diaper rash.
Considered a quick source of energy, coconut is used to improve physical performance. It
also promotes weight loss by increasing the metabolic rate.
It improves the absorption of calcium and magnesium and therefore results in stronger bones and
teeth. Coconut also has anti osteoporosis properties.
Coconut is effective in improving digestion and increases the absorption of certain nutrients
including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids.
It is effective in treating malabsorption and cystic fibrosis. It can alleviate symptoms associated
with gallbladder disease, Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and stomach ulcers.
Coconut has anti inflammatory and antioxidant properties and helps improve the immune
system responses. The fruit can protect the body against various cancers including breast
and colon malignancies.
Due to its effects on insulin secretion, coconut can help reduce diabetes-related symptoms.
Coconut is also heart tonic, fights atherosclerosis and helps reduce blood pressure and
cholesterol levels.
Coconut is also effective in treating periodontal disease and tooth decay. It also protects the body
against kidney and liver diseases. It helps dissolve kidney stones.
It boosts thyroid function and fights hypothyroidism.