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Cooking with Extra Virgin Organic Coconut Oil. Coconut Oil has no trans fatty acids. It helps with cholesterol control, help support the adult immune system and may help to contribute to a healthy gastrointestinal tract.

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Used to fried foods and cook veggies.

- Submitted by CITA769 3/7/2011 in Healthy Eating | 1 Comments

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Eating Flax Seed Daily

Soak 2 Tb of seeds in 1/2 cup of water for a minimum of 10 minutes or up to overnight.

Add to a smoothie or drink it down straight.

You will find flax seeds in bulk at your local coop or at the grocery packaged as Bob's Red Mill.

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Flax provides essential good oils and is a much needed ingredient in an anti-inflammatory lifestyle

- Submitted by DRPAULASTRAIT 3/7/2011 | 6 Comments | View Secret

SNACK ON SUNFLOWER SEEDS

They have magnesium which lowers the risk of heart attack and stroke. They provide enegry and are anti-inflammatory which will help with arthritis. They are also good to relieve anxiety and help the nerves. They are rich in good oils for the body and are polyunsaturated. Filling too. Get a bag at Dollar Tree for a dollar!

- Submitted by SUNSHINE6442 3/7/2011 | 1 Comments | View Secret

7 Reasons You Should Be Using Coconut Oil

Although we are told that coconut oil is a harmful saturated fat, that is just a myth. It is actually one of the healthiest oils you can consume

1. It doesn't turn to fat in your body.

2. It increases your metabolism.

3. It contains healthy omega 3 fatty acids.

4. It gives you energy.

5. It is one of the best things you can use on your skin and hair.

6. It has healthy benefits that most other oils do not.

7. It is one of the best oils you can use for cooking.

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http://coconut-oil-diet.com/use_coconut_oil.html

- Submitted by MOMFAN 3/7/2011 | 7 Comments | View Secret

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