Organic Oils

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Olive Oil:

Extra-virgin Olive oil lowers harmful cholesterol levels while raising the good.

Sesame:

May help lower blood pressure, reduce bad LDL cholesterol, and increase good HDL. Ideal for stir-fries or Asian-flavored dressings and marinades.

Coconut:

New research suggests that virgin coconut oil may actually reduce harmful LDL cholesterol levels, despite its high saturated fat content. Excellent substitute for butter in most baked-good recipes. I also use it instead of oil when frying. My biggest benefit, however, is in using it instead of commercially available body creams (which often use chemicals, stabilizers, preservatives, artificial colors / flavors / perfums). I am amazed at how much it improved my skin tone. It gives my skin a healthy sheen. I can't say enough good about it. My sister started using it and called to tell me that she was "accused" of having had a facelift. Nowadays, I add a few drops of essential oils (Patchouli, Rosmary, etc.) and it gives me the most luxurious body treatment available (and yet at a fraction of the cost of 'unhealthy' commercial body creams).

Coconut Oil The Tropical Traditions Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is the only one I am using. I always purchase the 32 fl size and this will last me 3 to 4 months. I have bought other brands, but none of them have the same lovely coconut aroma - and others were simply not convenient as they needed to be kept refrigerated -- and it was literally impossible to retrieve portions of it for cooking or skin care -- without an icepick! Didn't work for me. The Tropical Traditions oil works great for me - and wonders for my skin. In addition, it is also excellent as a salad or culinary oil. It is a stable oil, making is a great substitute for other oils and butter in cooking, baking, frying, or in smoothies. CHEAP COCONUT OIL SOURCES Noel from Georgetown, Texas writes: "If you're on a budget (aren't we all) I have found a TWO POUND tub of Coconut Oil at WAL-MART for $2.82. The brand is LouAnn and it is in the aisle with baking supplies and oils. No need to buy that expensive stuff at the health food store."