50 different ways to use coconut oil

Cooking and Eating

1. Cooking at High Heat - Some oils are unsafe to cook with at high temperatures - coconut oil is a great alternative.

2. On Toast Instead of Butter - Simply use coconut oil instead of butter on your toast.

3. Eat it by the Spoonful - Coconut oil is that delicious and healthful. Enjoy one spoonful each morning.

4. Smoothies - Add one tablespoon of coconut oil into your favourite smoothie recipe and increase your energy with the oil's MCTs.

5. Fry Eggs - Lightly coat the bottom of your skillet with coconut oil to create a non-stick surface and delicious eggs.

6. Popping Popcorn - A sweet twist on a classic snack!

7. Popcorn Topping - Instead of butter, melt a little coconut oil and pour it over your popped popcorn. Then sprinkle lightly with Himalayan crystal salt.

8. Oven Baked Sweet Potato Chips

9. Replace Vegetable Oil for Baking - Next time you make your favourite brownie recipe, replace the vegetable oil with coconut oil.

10. Pan Frying - Next time you fry up a batch of sweet potato fries or a piece of chicken, use coconut oil.

11. Grilled Cheese with Coconut Oil - No need for butter the next time you are making a grilled cheese sandwich.

12. Coconut Oil Coffee - Adding a spoonful to your coffee is a delicious way to start your day with a huge energy boost!

13. Homemade Granola

14. A Spoonful in Tea - Allow some coconut oil to melt and mildly flavour your next cup of tea.

15. Salad Dressings

Coconut Oil Skin Care and Beauty

16. Cheekbone Highlighter - Apply a small amount on cheekbones over makeup.

17. Shaving Lotion - Close shave and a moisturizer at the same time.

18. Facial Scrub - Combine coconut oil with Himalayan crystal salt and apply to face each night. Washing it off is optional.

19. Body Scrub - Combine coconut oil and sugar.

20. Makeup Remover - Healthier, stronger and longer eye lashes are just a bonus!

21. Homemade Deodorant - You only need a few ingredients in addition to coconut oil to make this simple deodorant recipe.

22. Homemade Lip Balm or Lip Gloss - Apply directly or create a flavoured version with this simple lip balm recipe.

23. Diaper Rash Cream - Apply regularly to the baby's bottom to improve skin health.

24. Sexual Lubricant

25. Stretch Mark Preventer During Pregnancy - This safe, healthy oil can be applied multiple times each day to help moisturize your stretching skin.

26. Nipple Cream During Breastfeeding - Coconut oil is a popular choice for nursing mothers because it is a natural safe product.

27. Massage Oil - Coconut oil is the perfect choice for massage oil. Not too greasy and with a relaxing scent.

28. Body Moisturizer - Apply directly after showering.

29. Fade Age Spots - Rub on hands or other areas daily.

30. Sunburn Care - A great moisturizer to use after you've gotten a bit too much sun.

31. Facial Moisturizer - After you wash your face, massage a light layer on your skin.

32. Mix in Bath Water - Melt about 1/4 cup in the microwave and add it to your bath water and soak.

33. Tanning Oil - Put in a spray bottle and bring to beach. Spray on to keep skin moisturized.

34. Dry Feet Treatment - Mix with salt to form a foot scrub.

35. Elbow Rub - Helps manage the dry skin on your elbows.

Coconut Oil Hair Care

36. Leave-in Overnight Conditioner - Looking for a deep conditioning hair treatment? Rub a small amount of oil into hair (mostly at ends), comb through and put hair in a loose bun before bed, and wash out in the morning.

37. Hair Flyaway Tamer - Use very sparingly on ends or areas with flyaways.

38. Defrizzer of Split Ends - Just put a tiny amount on your hands and run them through the frizzy areas.

39. Static Reducer - Rub your hands together with a little bit of coconut oil on them and run them through your static-y hair.

Other Healthy Uses for Coconut Oil

40. Homemade Toothpaste - Combine equal parts coconut oil and baking soda. Sweeten with stevia and flavour with your favourite essential oil.

41. Aromatherapy - Whether you like coconut or not, the soothing aroma of coconut oil is pleasing to us all and can help us wind down after a long, stressful day

42. Wound Care - Although you may not be ready to give up your Neosporin, coconut oil can even be used as a topical protector for wounds, shielding them with a thin chemical layer from outside contaminants. You can apply a small amount of coconut oil to small scrapes and cuts.

43. Metabolism Booster - 2 tablespoons per day are proven to rev up your metabolism.

44. Thyroid Supporter - Regular coconut oil consumption has been shown to support healthy thyroid function.

45. Energizer - 1 teaspoon can give you a burst of energy instead of turning towards a caffeinated energy drink.

46. Oil Pulling - Swish coconut oil around in your mouth for 10 minutes before brushing.

Using Coconut Oil Around The House

47. Season a Cast Iron Pan

48. Use it as a lubricant on small motors/electronics

Coconut Oil for Animals

49. Feed it to your Dog or Cat - Coconut oil isn't just healthy for humans.

50. Put It On Your Cat's Paw - Put half a teaspoon on your kitty's paw to keep a shiny coat and cut down on hairballs.

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