OK so to begin with the 2nd part of my Coconut Blog, I’d like to start with pointing the fact that Coconut is perfect! If only coconut could be my boyfriend.
During my journey to find out coconut benefits I’ve come across numerous findings and it’s actually funny because we all have been looking the wrong way for cures and remedies when coconut was just right there in front of our eyes, but we never noticed. (That’s what my boyfriend is actually like – LOL)
Like I shared earlier coconut is beneficial for weight loss, as it burns fat – YESSS, also including plus points for boosted digestion and cellulite reduction. It’s miraculous for low blood sugar, cholesterol, Alzheimer’s, heart disease and it’s a great home ingredient for insomnia, wrinkles, dry skin, dry hair, – I swear I can go on and on!
I have shortlisted some easy, tasteful and most beautiful looking recipes for all of you to begin happy and healthy living with.
The Ultimate Energy Drink
- 2 cups coconut water
- 1.5 tbsp. Chia Seeds
- ½ tbsp. Fresh Lemon Juice
- Sweetener to Taste (Maple Syrup or Honey)
Soak chia seeds in coconut water for a good 10 mins, that would make these seeds, swell up. Add lemon, sweetener and Enjoy!
P.S: Don’t forget to give your container a little stir as chia seeds tend to sink and rest and the bottom.
Coconut Milk Smoothie
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 peach
- 2/3 mint leaves
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Sweetener to taste
- Ice
Blend all together and go crazy!
P.S: you can substitute peach with any fruit – (but obviously the ones that blend well with milk base)
Coconut Oil Coffee
- 1 Tbsp. Coconut Oil
- 1 Cup Organic Coffee
- 1 Tsp Organic Unsalted Butter
- ¼ Tsp vanilla
Blend all ingredients together for 20 secs and drink immediately after. If need be feel free to add natural sweetener. This coffee would be closest to Black, if you like it with milk, add in a little coconut milk as well.
Coconut Scrub
- ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
- ½ Cup Coconut Oil
- 1 Tbsp. Citrus Fruit Zest
Mix all ingredients well, and secure in an air tight jar. It would be nice if you don’t try and store it for prolonged periods, better would be if you make as much as required.
Coconut Oil Moisturizer
- 1 Cup Extra Virgin Coconut Oil
- Vitamin E (Oil Capsule)
Dump in a blender or mix with an electric blender for 6 -7 minutes on high speed. Pour the mixture and enjoy its benefits, best for dry skin and chapped lips. You can store this mixture in a cool dry place. Also feel free to experiment with different essential oils like lavender, dandelion etc.
And if not all this – the least you can do is have a Table spoon of coconut oil early in the morning empty stomach, or right before bed at night time. Seriously – that’s it! And coconut will start its magic before you’d know it.
I wanna climb up on a mountain and yell my lungs out …
Coconut, You Are The Love Of My Life!!!!
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