I've already expressed my love for coffee - what I haven't expressed is my new ingredient that I now add to my daily dose of caffeine. I've done a solid month adding a teaspoon of coconut oil in my morning brew. Gross right? that's what I used to think.  Well what I didn't know is that the taste is barely there yet the effect of the coconut oil on the body is surely visible - let's just say that my body has been thanking me recently and in a number of ways. The plus side is that you cannot even tell the difference to your usual mug of coffee.  Below are a few reasons why you should get on board with this new version of coffee and how it can help you in more ways than one:


1) Stabilises Insulin Levels

Let's be honest for those who are naturally an anxious and stressed out person, they usually recommend we stay away from caffeinated drinks as even a simple cup of coffee could easily increase and trigger your insulin levels. I would never have given up on my morning cup but the awesome part in all this now is that there's a remedy after all,  by the magic touch of coconut oil you get to enjoy your cup of coffee which in turn won't spike up your insulin levels and will keep you calm and to enjoy it stress free!

2) Increases Metabolism and Helps with Digestion

It's amazing at regulating your bowel movement and to help you break down the food throughout the day. Healthy gut = healthy mind.

3) Good for Hair and Nails

Ever since I was young, I've been guilty of sometimes having a bad habit of biting my nails when I get super stressed. Incorporating coconut oil has played a positive effect on growing and making brittle, short nails look healthy and strong again. Also, it has been super beneficial to promote hair growth and to keep that shine and make your hair look healthier without a fuss.

4) Aids in Weight loss

Coconut oil is full of saturated fats - before you panic... it's the GOOD kind - which is perfect for keeping you fuller for longer and adding it to your morning drink just helps with keeping you on track for the day ahead. You'll find yourself snacking less as it will naturally reduce your hunger.

5) Contains MCT

Coconut oil contains  medium-chain triglycerides (MCT), most of the fats and oils that we usually ingest are known to be long-chain triglycerides. This is what sets coconut oil aside from all other fats and oils out there. Most medicines are considered to be with Medium chain triglycerides which results that coconut could have healing properties on the body. The oil is also known to be anti- bacterial, anti-viral and anti- fungal a lot of anti's they must be doing something right!


WHAT'S THE IDEAL DOSAGE OF COCONUT OIL ONE CAN TAKE A DAY? 

They say you can go up to maximum two tablespoons of coconut oil each day which can maximise the effect of seeing the benefits faster. What I recommend to each his own - it's about finding out how much your body can tolerate. At the end of the day you have to listen to your own body, some might be able to do with a higher dosage and others might not react well to the coconut oil and you can react badly. For me x1tsp in my coffee works wonders I don't feel like more is necessary, however, I would add extra here and there whilst cooking so I would say I round up to a heaped table spoon per day. Add it gradually to your diet, everything in moderation don't over do it as at the end of the day it is still considered a fat.