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Study Shows That Coconut Oil Can Help Reduce Belly Fat

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While the “superfood” label is often overused in natural health circles, most researchers will admit that coconut oil deserves it. This edible oil, which is produced from the flesh of coconuts, has been shown to possess amazing antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial properties, improve blood cholesterol levels, boost energy, and much more. However, a peer-reviewed Brazilian study has also found that consuming just 30 milliliters (1 ounce) of coconut oil a day can help treat abdominal obesity…

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Coconut Flour: A Healthy, Gluten-Free Substitute to Processed Flour

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Coconut flour is a flour made from coconut solids that have been ground into a very fine powder. It has a mild coconut scent and flavor, which makes it suitable for flour-based recipes that don’t have other strongly-flavored ingredients such as cocoa powder or spices. It is also quite light and airy, making it especially suitable for baked goods like muffins, pancakes, and cakes. The reputation of coconut flour is growing in the West due…

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