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Cinnamon veron
10/07/2021

Cinnamon veron

10/07/2021

The original cinnamon, cinnamon veron

10/07/2021
11/06/2021

Totoo kaya ito?

Available na ang honeyoye, Japanese shoga, festival ,sweet Charlie at early glow na mga strawberry variety
23/12/2020

Available na ang honeyoye, Japanese shoga, festival ,sweet Charlie at early glow na mga strawberry variety

11/10/2020

Basil harvest

11/10/2020

Harvest guide ng tulsi basil

09/10/2020

Kilangan nu ng organic fertilizer . May roon ako vermicast 5/kl. 150/bag

24/07/2020

pure virgin coconut oil / cold press / fermentation process, food grade

24/07/2020

Virgin Coconut Oil Vs. Regular/Refined Coconut Oil

If fresh, ‘wet’ meat from the coconut kernels is used to extract the oil, the product is ‘virgin’ coconut oil.

If fresh coconut meat is dried with quick heating, it will harden to give you the ‘copra’ (or dried coconut). This copra is machine-pressed to extract the oil. The obtained refined oil is steamed or heated to deodorize the oil.

Finally, it is “bleached” by filtering through clay to remove any impurities and pathogens. This final product would be ‘refined’ coconut oil.

Virgin coconut oil is healthier than its refined variant. However, the former could be less heat stable than the latter.

That’s because refined oil has added chemical solvents (like hexane) that increase its smoke point (to 400-450°F). These solvents, if used regularly, can cause harm.
What Are The Benefits Of Virgin Coconut Oil?

Virgin (or extra virgin) coconut oil has excellent moisturizing and antioxidant properties. It can be used to manage skin issues, microbial infection, and boost immunity.
1. Repairs Your Skin
Repairs Your Skin
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Coconut oil has almost all the properties of a perfect skin care solution. It is an antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and vulnerary (wound healing) agent. This oil can be used to treat chronic skin disorders like eczema and atopic dermatitis (4).

Its fatty acid profile includes lauric acid (49%), myristic acid (18%), palmitic acid (8%), caprylic acid (8%), capric acid (7%), oleic acid (6%), linoleic acid (2%), and stearic acid (2%). These pe*****te effectively through multiple skin layers (4).

Applying the oil topically can improve your skin’s barrier function and offer UV protection.

Virgin coconut oil inhibits the production of pro-inflammatory compounds and helps heal wounds and scars (5).
2. Aids Weight Loss

Most oils have long-chain fatty acids that increase blood cholesterol levels. These fatty acids are difficult to be broken and cannot assimilate easily in your bloodstream. Using oils that contain short-chain or medium-chain fatty acids can prevent hypercholesterolemia (high blood cholesterol levels) (6).

Virgin or regular coconut oil contains medium-chain and long-chain fatty acids. Medium-chain fatty acids don’t raise blood cholesterol as much as long-chain fatty acids do. They also are not stored in your body’s fat tissue (6), (7).

Research also proves that those following a diet rich in medium-chain fatty acids lose more weight than those on a diet consisting of short-chain fatty acids. Hence, incorporating oils like virgin coconut oil in cooking may have positive effects on weight loss (7).
3. Promotes Healthy Hair Growth

Applying coconut oil to hair has shown to reduce protein loss. Compared to sunflower oil and mineral oil, coconut oil pe*****tes better into the hair shaft. Mineral oil cannot chemically interact with proteins to trap/conserve them (8).

Whereas, coconut oil has lauric acid as its principal fatty acid. Lauric acid interacts better with hair proteins. Hence, using coconut oil on damaged or undamaged hair, or during pre-wash or post-wash gives the best results (8), (9).

Such oils reduce the formation of split ends in your hair. They can fill the gap between hair cells and protect them from harsh chemical damage (9).
4. Protects From Dental Caries
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Virgin coconut oil has broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity. Most of the bacteria causing dental caries are susceptible to this oil (10). This is why it is commonly used in oil pulling.

Gargling/swishing coconut oil in your mouth can help get rid of dental plaque and gingivitis. It can eliminate Escherichia vulneris, Enterobacter spp., Helicobacter pylori, Staphylococcus aureus, and fungal species, including Candida albicans, C. glabrata, C. parapsilosis, C. stellatoidea, and C. kruse (11).

Lauric acid is the chief active component in coconut oil. Research points out that lauric acid has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activities. These properties of active components make virgin coconut oil a cheap and safe dental care aid (10), (11).
5. Manages Fungal Infections

Women are more prone to yeast infection or candidiasis. Men can develop balanitis – a yeast infection that weakens the immune system. It might also be caused due to diabetes and obesity (12).

Traditional Chinese medicine prescribes a diet rich in virgin coconut oil to manage fungal infections. Several fungal species are susceptible to virgin coconut oil. This oil was found to be 100% active against Candida species of fungi in laboratory experiments (13).

Lauric acid and its derivative, monolaurin, alter the microbial cell walls. Monolaurin can pe*****te the cells and disrupt the membranes. The anti-inflammatory activity of this oil reduces the severity of fungal infections (13).
6. Might Reduce Cancer Risk

Medium-chain fatty acids are essential for individuals with low (suppressed) immunity. Virgin coconut oil is one of the best dietary sources of these fats. Compared to other oils or butter, it was found to have better protective activity against breast and colon cancers (14).

Often, those undergoing chemotherapy feel weak with low or no appetite. Adding this oil to their diet can boost their nutritional status, energy, and metabolism, thanks to the lauric acid (14), (15).

Coconut oil administration showed anti-proliferative effects on colon and breast tumors in rat studies. But, it can increase serum cholesterol levels. Researchers claim that higher cholesterol levels can have protective effects against tumor development in animals (15), (16).

In short, consuming virgin coconut oil is beneficial to your overall health.

Here is its nutritional profile-
Nutritional Profile of Virgin Coconut Oil
Nutrient Unit 1 TBSP or 14.0g
Proximates
Energy kcal 120
Protein g 0
Total lipid (fat) g 14
Carbohydrate, by difference g 0
Fiber, total dietary g 0
Sugars, total g 0
Lipids
Fatty acids, total saturated g 11.999
Fatty acids, total trans g 0
Cholesterol mg 0

Health enthusiasts around the world are replacing mineral and refined oils with this unprocessed oil. Now you know why! You can also try using it for cooking simple recipes.

However, virgin coconut oil might be unsuitable for deep frying and prolonged cooking at high temperatures. So, choose your recipes wisely. Here are some ideas.
How To Use Virgin Coconut Oil

Sauces and dips (like mayonnaise, vinaigrette) taste excellent when made with this oil.

Bullet-proof coffee is another fantastic recipe if you are a coffee addict.

Smoothies, meal drinks, ice creams, no-bake cakes, etc. taste richer and are more filling when made with coconut oil.

Sautéed vegetables, including potatoes, have higher nutritional value if prepared this way.

With zero cholesterol and abundant lauric acid, looks like virgin coconut oil is here to stay.

Sadly, that might not happen.

Researchers warn us about using it regularly. Scroll to the next section to know the side effects of virgin coconut oil.
Does Virgin Coconut Oil Have Side Effects?

Yes, it is healthy. But the fact remains that coconut oil is a reservoir of saturated fatty acids (SFAs). SFA-rich diets have been linked to serious metabolic disorders (17).

However, there is limited research and data to support this notion. Although virgin coconut oil spikes the total cholesterol levels, there is not enough proof to link its consumption to increased cardiovascular risk (17).

Not all studies showed an increased mortality rate when tested with this oil.

It is, therefore, suggested to limit the intake of virgin coconut oil to about 10% of your total energy intake (17).

If you have a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet, not more than 120 calories should come from saturated fats. This is about 13 g of saturated fat per day. That should be just over the amount found in 1 tablespoon of coconut oil (18).

Plan your meals accordingly. Invest in a small and good-quality virgin coconut oil pack. Buy here!

Above all, you can apply it to your hair and skin to enjoy its emollient benefits. Buy the beauty-grade virgin coconut oil here.

In the following section, we have discussed a few important points about using virgin coconut oil that you must know.
How To Know If Virgin Coconut Oil Is Spoiled/Expired

Virgin coconut oil should stay for about 2-3 years if stored away from heat and light.
If the oil smells rancid or has changed its color, discard it.
Stale/spoiled oil might get chunky in hand. Discard if you see this.
You might have fungal molds growing on the oil surface in the tin. You can often scrape those spots and use the rest.

In Summary…

Virgin coconut oil is an unrefined form of coconut oil that also is the least processed. Traditional medicine uses this oil to treat various ailments of the skin, hair, mouth, and the immune system.

Though we have listed evidence for its benefits and side effects, we suggest you discuss using virgin coconut oil with your healthcare provider. If you still have any queries or comments, leave them in the comments box below.

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References

“Coconut Oil” The Nutrition Source, Harvard T.H.Chan School of Public Health, Harvard University.
“Effect of Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) on Cardiometabolic…” ClinicalTrials.gov, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“A Comparative study of storage stability in virgin…” International Food Research Journal.
“Anti-Inflammatory and Skin Barrier Repair Effects…” International Journal of Molecular Sciences, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“Effect of topical application of virgin coconut oil on…” Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“Coconut oil for weight loss: Does it work?” Weight Loss, Healthy Lifestyle, Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research (MFMER).
“Weight-loss diet that includes consumption of medium-chain…” Author manuscript, HHS Public Access, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“Effect of mineral oil, sunflower oil, and coconut oil on…” Journal of Cosmetic Science, US National Library of Science, National Institutes of Health.
“Hair Cosmetics: An Overview” International Journal of Trichology, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“The Comparative Antimicrobial Effect of Activated Virgin…” Advances in Health Science Research, Atlantis Press, Academia.
“Effect of coconut oil in plaque related gingivitis…” Nigerian Medical Journal, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“Traditional Chinese Medicine for the Treatment of Yeast Infections” Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.
“In vitro antimicrobial properties of coconut oil on…” Journal of Medicinal Food, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“The effects of virgin coconut oil (VCO) as supplementation…” Lipids in Health and Disease, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“The lauric acid-activated signaling prompts apoptosis in cancer cells” Cell Death Discovery, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“Dodecanoic-Acid in Extra Virgin Coconut Oil, May Reduce…” International Journal of Science and Research, Academia.
“Daily Consumption of Virgin Coconut Oil Increases High…” Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, US National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health.
“Coconut Oil: A Heart Healthy Fat?” IFAS Extension, University of Florida.

21/12/2019
balbas pusa,  ]Orthosiphon stamineus (Cat's Whiskers) is commonly used to treat renal inflammation, kidney stones, and d...
16/12/2019

balbas pusa, ]
Orthosiphon stamineus (Cat's Whiskers) is commonly used to treat renal inflammation, kidney stones, and dysuria. It contains antioxidant compounds like rosmarinic acid, beta-sitosterol, ursolic acid, glycolic acid, methylripariochromene A, bioflavonoids, and oleanolic acid.
75@

Oregano is a Mediterranean herb that is used for cooking and medicinal purposes, ranging from treating infections to rep...
16/12/2019

Oregano is a Mediterranean herb that is used for cooking and medicinal purposes, ranging from treating infections to repelling insects. Active ingredients in oregano could one day help treat osteoporosis, cancer, and diabetes. Use it to flavor sauces, make herby bread rolls, and in marinades for meat.

serpentina or ndian snakeroot is a plant. The root is used to make medicine. Indian snakeroot is used for mild high bloo...
16/12/2019

serpentina or ndian snakeroot is a plant. The root is used to make medicine. Indian snakeroot is used for mild high blood pressure, nervousness, trouble sleeping (insomnia), and mental disorders such as agitated psychosis and insanity. ... One of the chemicals in Indian snakeroot is the same as a prescription drug called reserpine.

75@

Costus Igneus also known as Insulin Plant (Chamaecostus cuspidatus) is known for its medicinal properties. ... The leaf ...
16/12/2019

Costus Igneus also known as Insulin Plant (Chamaecostus cuspidatus) is known for its medicinal properties. ... The leaf of the plant helps in producing insulin. They control the blood sugar levels of our body. The leaves of Insulin Plant contain corosolic acid which helps to generate insulin thereby treating diabetes.
75@

Thyme is a Mediterranean herb with dietary, medicinal, and ornamental uses. The flowers, leaves, and oil of thyme have b...
16/12/2019

Thyme is a Mediterranean herb with dietary, medicinal, and ornamental uses. The flowers, leaves, and oil of thyme have been used to treat a range of symptoms and complaints. These include diarrhea, stomach ache, arthritis, and sore throat. The most common variety is Thymus vulgaris.
75@

Holy basil is used for the common cold, influenza ("the flu"), H1N1 (swine) flu, diabetes, asthma, bronchitis, earache, ...
16/12/2019

Holy basil is used for the common cold, influenza ("the flu"), H1N1 (swine) flu, diabetes, asthma, bronchitis, earache, headache, stomach upset, heart disease, fever, viral hepatitis, malaria, stress, and tuberculosis.

Drink it first thing in the morning. You can also choose to start your day with Tulsi tea. Steep Tulsi leaves, and some freshly chopped ginger in boiling water and start your day with this rejuvenating drink.
50@

Fig FRUIT is used as a laxative to relieve constipation. Fig LEAF is used for diabetes, high cholesterol, and skin condi...
16/12/2019

Fig FRUIT is used as a laxative to relieve constipation. Fig LEAF is used for diabetes, high cholesterol, and skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and vitiligo. Some people apply the milky sap (LATEX) from the tree directly to the skin to treat skin tumors and warts.
150@

Bay laurel (both leaves and the essential oil) is widely used as a spice and flavor in the food industry. The dried leav...
16/12/2019

Bay laurel (both leaves and the essential oil) is widely used as a spice and flavor in the food industry. The dried leaves are used as a seasoning for pies, soups, sauces, marinades, stews, and pickles.
500@

Stevia or sugar plant  has no calories, and it is 200 times sweeter than sugar in the same concentration. Other studies ...
16/12/2019

Stevia or sugar plant has no calories, and it is 200 times sweeter than sugar in the same concentration. Other studies suggest stevia might have extra health benefits. ... But a few studies show that replacing sugar with artificial or low-calorie sweeteners may not ultimately lead to weight loss in real life.
75@

The Nervous System – Butterfly Pea has a calming effect on the brain    The Digestive System – Butterfly Pea is an antie...
16/12/2019

The Nervous System – Butterfly Pea has a calming effect on the brain
The Digestive System – Butterfly Pea is an antiemetic (anti-nausea), antidypsetic (anti-indigestion), mild-laxative and cholagogue (stimulates flow of bile from liver)
The Circulatory System – Butterfly Pea is a haemostatic (helps stop bleeding) and a blood purifier
The Respiratory System – Butterfly Pea acts as an expectorant and has shown to reduce the irritation of respiratory organs, useful in treating colds, coughs and even asthma.
The Urinary System – Butterfly Pea is a diuretic, helping promote normal urination and can be used for dysuria (difficulty urinating)
The Reproductive System: Butterfly Pea is reported to be s***matogenic, aiding in normal s***m production
The Integumentary System – Pre-maturing ageing is often a problem of the skin. Flavonoids present in Butterfly Pea have been found to boost collagen production, increasing the skin elasticity.
50@

Yarrow has been used to induce sweating and to stop wound bleeding. It also has been reported to reduce heavy menstrual ...
16/12/2019

Yarrow has been used to induce sweating and to stop wound bleeding. It also has been reported to reduce heavy menstrual bleeding and pain. It has been used to relieve GI ailments, for cerebral and coronary thromboses, to lower high blood pressure, to improve circulation, and to tone varicose veins.
75@

Red okra are torpedo shaped and two to five inches long. Offering a unique flavor and texture, the fresh taste is somewh...
16/12/2019

Red okra are torpedo shaped and two to five inches long. Offering a unique flavor and texture, the fresh taste is somewhere between eggplant and asparagus. When cooked, however, the red color disappears and the pods turn green. Raw red okra adds a colorful touch.
seedling 50@

Pomegranate juice is rich in antioxidant polyphenols, which can reverse atherosclerosis as well as vascular inflammation...
16/12/2019

Pomegranate juice is rich in antioxidant polyphenols, which can reverse atherosclerosis as well as vascular inflammation, and thereby lower blood pressure. But it has other anti-inflammatory effects, and most of the effects can occur quickly, after drinking as little as 5 ounces a day for only two weeks.

seedling 100@

lapnisan tree,Tree of heaven is used for diarrhea, asthma, cramps, epilepsy, fast heart rate, gonorrhea, malaria, and ta...
16/12/2019

lapnisan tree,
Tree of heaven is used for diarrhea, asthma, cramps, epilepsy, fast heart rate, gonorrhea, malaria, and tapeworms. It has also been used as a bitter and a tonic.
seedling 500@

strawberry fruit,  These potent little packages protect your heart, increase HDL (good) cholesterol, lower your blood pr...
16/12/2019

strawberry fruit, These potent little packages protect your heart, increase HDL (good) cholesterol, lower your blood pressure, and guard against cancer. Packed with vitamins, fiber, and particularly high levels of antioxidants known as polyphenols, strawberries are a sodium-free, fat-free, cholesterol-free, low-calorie food
strawberry seedling 75@
mother strawberry 150@

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