Tag Archives: moisturizer

Benefits of Consuming Coconut Oil

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First of all, thank you to Stephanie for her patience as I took so long to answer her question, “Are the health benefits the same with coconut oil as they are with extra virgin olive oil?” This post is dedicated to you, Stephanie!

To answer the question simply, No, the health benefits are not the same.

Coconut oil and olive oil are both great choices, but they should not be used interchangeably. Let’s find out:

  • differences between coconut oil and olive oil
  • why I prefer to use coconut oil
  • how I add coconut oil, coconut cream, and shredded coconut to our diet
  • how coconut oil heals
  • using coconut oil for body care

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I love MadeOn Hard Lotion!

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I am happy to hear some of you have purchased MadeOn Hard Lotion products. Since my last post had a give-away attached, I wanted to write again about this wonderful moisturizing bar.

I am totally in love with the Au Chocolate lotion bar. I have been using this for weeks and am still totally in love. Due to the unique combination of cocoa butter, coconut oil, and shea butter, this bar has staying power. Continue reading →

Coconut Oil for Body Care

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Hybrid Rasta Mama posted a list of 80 Uses for Coconut Oil. In it, Jennifer shares daily dosage recommendations, uses for your body, general health, health problems, cooking, and more.

I prefer using food-grade Extra Virgin Unrefined coconut oil for not just cooking, but putting on my body. What you put on your skin gets absorbed in your body, so why not use the best? Besides, I use so much of it, I buy it in large tubs. So I always have a bunch around.

I prefer Nutvia, and I purchase it from VitaCost. You can also get Nutiva Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, 54-Ounce Jar on amazon.

I now prefer Tropical Traditions coconut oil. I explain why in my post: Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil - my new favorite choice. Continue reading →