In order to flaunt thick and beautiful hair we should moisturize and cleanse our scalp regularly. It can be a cause of worry for both men and women. There are various causes of balding such as aging, menopause, water, air pollution, hormonal changes, stress, depression and hereditary problems. Even poor lifestyle leads to hair fall and premature graying.
There are many techniques and products available in the market which claims to diminish your hair related problems but it is always advisable to use nature based techniques and products for rejuvenating your scalp.
Most people apply virgin olive oil for thickening their tresses. It is rich in monounsaturated fatty acid content. The emollient properties of olive oil make it a perfect choice for preventing hair fall. Olive oil comes in various different forms such as virgin, extra virgin, pure and light.
Other nature based product for preventing hair fall is coconut oil, which is extremely beneficial for attaining thick and lustrous curls. It not only cleanses and moisturizes your scalp but also soothes your mind. It can easily penetrate into your skin and stimulate the growth of follicles. You should generously massage your head with this oil at night for flaunting a high quality curls next day. Coconut oil is more effective than olive oil in terms of managing your hair fall. It makes your curls strong and it also increases the resistance levels of your tresses. It can easily shed dandruff by removing the dry skin cells.
Home Based Remedies
* There are other ingredients, which can easily prevent this problem such as Apple Polyphenols, Rooibos and Green Tea. These constituents are rich in anti-oxidants which can easily flush toxins from your body and promote hair growth.
* They are completely natural and pure. Most people take up artificial techniques such as hair transplantation and Follicular Unit Extraction which can be harmful for your body. It is advisable to eat healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts for re-growing your curls. You can also apply snake oil in your scalp. You should preferably get your scalp evaluated for knowing the exact reason behind your hair loss.
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Sunday, July 19, 2009
Coconut Oil For Hair Loss Vs Olive Oil to Prevent Hair Fall - Which is Better?
Homemade Coconut Ice Cream For the Win!
I prefer to make my own ice cream because I then have total control over the ingredients. The following came from a friend. It is a combination of recipes from the Ben & Jerry's book, and some coconut milk recipes online. It's delicious, and it keeps the sugar and artificials out while keeping the flavor and the texture you know you love!
2 eggs
2 cans organic coconut milk (a little over 3 cups)
2/3 cup cocoa powder
6 Tbs. agave nectar **
1 Tbs. vanilla extract
Beat the eggs until fluffy. Add a little coconut milk and the cocoa powder and beat until the cocoa is completely blended in. Add the rest of the ingredients and beat until thoroughly blended.
I try to remember to put the bowl in the freezer for at least 8 hours and make sure your freezer is at 0 degrees (max) before I put it into the ice cream maker. Very tasty.
**I used to use stevia. You'd have to fiddle around to taste because all stevias are different. I used 'kal' brand and put in about 3 (heaping) tiny scoops (which comes in the container).
TIP: When making ice cream with eggs, heat them with the coconut milk until it coats the back of a spoon and you can draw a line through it. Then add the cocoa and/or whatever else (like raw almond butter) and stevia. Then let it cool in the freezer for 1/2 hour or so, then transfer it to the ice cream maker.
The possibilities to use as ingredients are endless, especially in summer. Fresh strawberries, peaches, blueberries, blackberries, all are packed with antioxidants and nutrients, and they go with the coconut flavor of the ice cream so well.
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Naturally Cure a Yeast Infection With Coconut Oil
What a yummy way to cure a yeast infection! You really can naturally cure a yeast infection with coconut oil thanks to anti-fungal properties in pure, raw coconut oil. This is a way that you can naturally cure this condition in adults or children regardless of where it is on the body, including the genitals and even the mouth (oral thrush).
To naturally cure a yeast overgrowth with this oil, you need to be absolutely certain to get an all natural virgin coconut oil that is unpasteurized and not treated in anyway. It can be found in health stores and also ordered online and yes, it's a tad pricey but well worth it when you consider what it can do for you and your family. Besides, you don't really need to use a whole lot of it to get the results you want so it works out in the end.
Using coconut oil to naturally cure a yeast infection can be done in a few ways. Consuming a teaspoon of the oil before each meal is recommended to treat any existing infections and prepare your body to keep future diseases at bay. In the case of a skin or mouth rash, you can apply some oil to the affected area for some quick soothing as well as healing and the same goes for yeast overgrowth of the male or female genitalia. Treating a vaginal infection from the inside can be done as well by dipping an unbleached tampon in the coconut oil and inserting into the vagina. You can leave it in overnight for a maximum of 8 hours.
This remedy has been used as a way to naturally cure this type of disease for many people over many years. It's safe, simple and effective.
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Monday, June 15, 2009
Coconut Oil Diet Secrets.
how coconut oil helps thousands of people like you become more healthy, have more energy and good for the lower body weight. Can You?
Coconut oil diet is becoming increasingly popular because it helps them lose weight, increase metabolism, and even fight against the disease.
Coconut oil is safe to use, and does not turn into fat in your body. He raises metabolism so you burn more fat and have more energy. Does not increase cholesterol, but actually helps lower it. Coconut oil is wonderful food for most people.
If you have been having problems losing weight, there is good chance you can use Dieting and health benefits derived from the coconut. Why not try it?
Coconut crab: Description and Distribution
Coconut crab: Description and Distribution
Coconut crab, also known as crab marauder, thief palm (rumored shiny object has been stolen), the hermit crab and is known as ayuyu local and unga. Coconut crab which is also the only species of the genus Birgus property. Coconut crab found in the area around the Indian Ocean and central regions of the Pacific Ocean. They generally occur in the Seychelles, Astove Island, Aldabra, Glorioso Islands, and even in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands.
Characteristic features of the coconut crab is strong pincers and that this is possible to crack the coconut! Hence the name of coconut crabs. The coconut crab has 8 legs and feet is that the front has a large finger, which is used to open a coconut. Next two pairs of legs have claws that give rise to the freedom of the coconut trees. Next pair of feet have different uses. Last pair of small feet that are used to clean the breathing organs. Coconut crab adults can have a length of 1 m to foot span. Body length in this case can be up to 40 cm. They weigh about 17 kg on average.
Coconut crab is related to the hermit crab, but in the case of the coconut crab, only young people who use the crab shells to protect themselves. Sometimes, broken coconut shells are also used as a form of protection. Shells are also used when the crabs are moulting stage. This phase can last for about 30 days.
Coconut crab also has a special feature with regards to their body-nose! Compared with the other crabs that live in the water, coconut crabs live on land so they have a different structure of the organs in their bodies, which resemble those seen in the insects. Aesthetascs on their antennae have been and this allows the coconut crab is very good to have a sense of smell.
Monday, May 25, 2009
The Goomday Festival in Coconut Grove, Florida
Coconut Grove is one of Miami’s most unique districts, beginning as an independent city called “Cocoanut Grove,” and being subsequently swallowed up by Miami in a bloodless annexation. Bahamian culture plays a large role in the identity of the community, thanks to a substantial settling of Bahamians back in the 1880s. It is now known as “Miami’s Food-court” for reasons that are obvious to even the densest individual. Countless restaurants and open-air cafes dominate the landscape, making Coconut Grove a perfect place to have a night out. One of my favorites is Tuscany, but there are plenty of other fantastic places as well. There are numerous shopping opportunities here (as with almost all of Miami), and since the demarcation for the southern border of Coconut Grove is Biscayne Bay, there are numerous boating and sailing opportunities. All in all, there is enough to keep you busy in Coconut Grove for quite a long time. And I haven’t even gotten to the festivals.
In addition to being a gastronomic and consumer powerhouse, The Grove (as it is sometimes called) is also known for its varied and fantastic festivals and gatherings. Its world renowned art festival and famous King Mango Strut (a hilarious, tongue-in-cheek takeoff of the Orange Bowl parade) are favorites to many. My personal choice for festivals, however, is the Goombay Festival. For a few days in June, the Goombay Festival transforms mild-mannered Coconut Grove into celebration of Bahamian culture in the form of a Caribbean carnival. Junkanoo groups (Junkanoo is the traditional Bahamian street parade, usually featuring large groups wearing brightly colored clothes and yes, tons of cowbell) abound, and it can be difficult to tell if you are in Miami or Nassau. Between the junkanoo groups dancing and carousing, the rake-and-scrape music coming from dozens of different sources, the sizzling Caribbean food, the vendors trying to hawk their wares, and the spectators caught up in the spectacle, the excitement is always palpable, and there is always more conch salad than you can eat.
Next June, do yourself a favor and make your way down (or up, as your geographical location might dictate) and partake of the Goombay Festival in Coconut Grove. Depending on how much fun you are planning on having (and how much you feel like dealing with parking in the middle of a street festival), you might consider chartering some transportation, like a cab or (better yet) a limousine from Millenium Limo. Being able to relax and not worry about transportation always helps you have the best possible time. Bring your washboard and your cowbell. by: Nick Jurkowski
Health Benefits Of Coconut
Coconut cream / milk
Coconut cream is widely used in curries, desserts and cakes.
That's because it enhances the aroma and tastes of the dishes and can be obtained easily and cheaply. It has a thick, paste-like consistency and when diluted, it is called coconut milk. However, people avoid coconut cream because of its high fat content. Especially those who want to lose weight.
But do you know that it is good saturated fat which can be easily metabolised or turn into energy fast? That means it does not cause blockages in our arteries. I'm not suggesting you to indulge in coconut cream, but rather than avoid it altogether, it is alright to eat in moderation. The principle fatty acid in coconut milk is lauric acid, which is the same fat found in abundance in mother's milk.
When converted to monolaurin, it boosts your immune system and protects your body against many viruses, including hepatitis C, herpes and even HIV!
It also promotes normal brain development and contribute to healthy bones.
It also has important anti-carcinogenic and anti-pathogenic properties which helps to prevent cancer. More importantly, coconut cream is less likely to cause weight gain than polyunsaturated oils. Never know coconut cream can be so good right?
Canned or packaged coconut cream is available in supermarkets. It must be refrigerated once opened and does not last more than a week. Also, do not freeze coconut milk as this causes it to curdle when you next use it in cooking.
Try different brands of canned coconut milk to find the one to your liking. Those with thick cream floating on top of the can with the watery milk below it are proofs that they are not artificially homogenized.
Virgin Coconut oil
Extracted from fresh coconut milk and meat, virgin coconut oil has such an aromatic and flavourful taste that it is used in many
Just like coconut cream, coconut oil reduces bad cholesterol unlike polyunsaturated vegetable oils such as canola, sunflower and safflower oils.
It contains least calorie count among the category of monosaturated oils.
You ladies out there got to know this ! Surprise, surprise ! Coconut oil does speed up metabolism and aids you in shedding off the excess fats !
People of traditional cultures, such as the South Pacific Islands and the Philippines where coconut and palm oils are plentiful, suffer lower rates of obesity and health problems.
Look at our society today - we pile high on our plates food equally high in carbohydrates and polyunsaturated oils which increase our risk of heart diseases and diabetes. Yet we complain about our weight and poor health. It's a shame !
However, coconut oil is different from other animal oil. Studies have found that it aids in lowering blood pressure and regulate thyroid dysfunction.
Unlike refined oils, it does not turn rancid easily and become toxic to our bodies.
If you have damaged hair, try using coconut oil on your hair and scalp. It has been proven to be a more effective treatment for damaged hair than mineral oil and sunflower oil. That's because coconut oil is the only oil among the three which effectively reduces protein loss in hair.
Virgin coconut oil is an excellent beauty care product too. Here are some benefits :
1) it penetrates and moisturises the skin
2) minimise damage from sun exposure that causes sagging, wrinkling and blemishes
3) removes dead skin cells, producing an even texture and glow
4) heals damaged or diseased skin
Sometimes, wonderful remedies can be within your reach and in abundance, only if you look hard enough.
In this case, it is the Coconut. by: Laura Ng
Coconut Rice Served With Coconut Milk Drink
Ingredients:
4 cups of rice
1 large size coconut
1 kilogramme of chicken
Salt
Seasoning ( knorr chicken (2 cubes), curry, thyme)
1 medium size Onions
Onion, pepper and tomatoes (pureed)
2 cooking spoons of groundnut oil
Method:
Cut the chicken into servable sizes and rinse them. Pour into a pot and add 1 cube of knorr chicken, some grated onion and some salt and cook till the chicken becomes tender. Pour the 2 cooking spoon full of groundnut oil into a frying pan and when it becomes hot, pour the puree into it and stir it from time to time, add a little salt and seasoning and cook for 15 minutes, then pour the cooked chicken as well as the chicken stock into the puree and cook for another 5 minutes. The coconut is grated using a grater to get the coconut milk which will be used in cooking the rice (Coconut milk is a sweet, milky white cooking base derived from the meat of a matured coconut). Grate the onion as well and pour it into the coconut milk. Pour the coconut milk in a pot, add some salt, seasoning and bring to boil. Rinse the rice and pour it into the coconut milk and allow the rice to cook for 30 minutes. The coconut rice is ready to be eaten; some people may eat it plain while others may want some sauce added to it.
This serves 4 people
Method:
The drink from coconut milk is made by adding sugar and evaporated milk to the coconut milk and refrigerating it. This drink can be served alongside the coconut rice or taken alone.
by: Titilayo Ajumobi
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Extraction of the Virgin Coconut Oil
The normal coconut oil is obtained by extracting the kernel of the dried coconuts. The main producer world wide is the Philippines. It has great uses in industry, commerce, cooking and many others. The most appreciated form of this oil is the virgin organic one.
The virgin organic oils are obtained from fresh coconuts. Unlike others oils, like the olive oil, for this oil is no government certifying its virginity. Though, in the Philippines DOST has been established. That is the Department of Science and Technology. Its standard is considered the international standard for certifying an oil as virgin and organic.
There are 3 main methods for obtaining the virgin organic coconut oil:
1. First method is to quick dry the fresh coconuts' meat or kernel. After this process is completed, the oil is pressed out of it.
2. The next method consists of transforming the raw oil in coconut milk. The method is called wet-milling. The coconuts are not quick dried in this method. But rather the oil is extracted directly from the fresh coconut. Then, the oil separated from the water. The separation can be achieved through various methods such as: mechanical centrifuge, fermentation, boiling or refrigeration.
3. The final method to obtain virgin organic coconut milk is called direct micro-expelling. The method implies adjusting the water content of the coconut. After this, by pressing the fresh calibrated coconut, the oil will flow freely.
All three methods are widely used for obtaining great oil from coconuts. The actual choice of the best method depends on the result we desire to achieve. The first method will result in a watery oil, the second in a milky oil, and the final one in a milky consistent virgin oil.
No matter what method is used to extract the oil, the final virgin organic coconut oil is first of all very healthy and also presents multiple uses in many areas.
Sturat loves to write on topics like Virgin Coconut Oil and Organic Coconut Oil
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How to Make Coconut Cream Pie
Coconut cream pie is a delicious dessert that has its place as an American classic. Though it may look intimidating, this is actually fairly easy to make.
Following are instructions on how to make coconut cream pie and some suggestions on how you can make the process easier.
The first thing you need if you're making coconut cream pie is a pie shell. You can use a pre-made one from the supermarket, but if you want a homemade pie shell, all you have to do is mix one cup flour with half a cup vegetable shortening and ¾ of a teaspoon of salt. When the dough looks like cornmeal, add a quarter of a cup of cold water. Roll the dough out flat with a rolling pin and shape it to the bottom and sides of the pie pan.
The next step in coconut cream pie is the filling. To make filling from scratch, mix three cups half and half with two eggs, ¾ a cup white sugar, ½ a cup flour and ¼ a teaspoon salt. Stir in a saucepan over low heat.
Toast one cup of shredded coconut by baking it in the oven at 350 degrees for 5 to 7 minutes. Put ¾ of the toasted coconut in the pie mixture and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Pour into your pie shell and chill for around three hours.
If you don't have time to make the coconut cream pie filling from scratch, use a pudding mix like Rawleigh's Coconut Dessert Mix, prepare according to the package instructions, and still add in the toasted coconut. After the pie filling has fully firmed off, cover the top of the pie with whipped topping and add the remainder of the toasted coconut on top. If you're really feeling extravagant, use real whipping cream for a flavor that can't be beat.
Coconut cream pie is even better when it's topped with a complimentary ice cream. Some ice cream flavors that go well with coconut include coffee, rum raisin, vanilla, and green tea. Lime sorbet or pineapple sorbet also work well during the summer time.
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