I have always loved everything coconut. But I am new to the coconut oil trend. When I first heard of all of its uses, I’ll admit I was a bit skeptical. But after being lucky enough to receive a jar of Tropical Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil, I can say I’m a believer. It tastes great, and the uses are endless. You can even use it as a hair treatment!
“There are many ways to use coconut oil and incorporate it into one’s diet. Since it is a stable cooking oil, one can simply replace unhealthy oils in their diet with coconut oil. Since it is a solid most of the time at room temperature or when refrigerated, it can be a butter or margarine substitute for spreads or for baking. Any recipe calling for butter, margarine, or any other oil can be substituted for coconut oil. It is popularly mixed in with “smoothies.” Many people do eat it simply by the spoon full. If you refrigerate or freeze Virgin Coconut Oils the taste changes completely, and some describe it like a “candy” or “white chocolate.” Some people fill up ice cube trays with coconut oil and then store them in the freezer. Some people use it as a spread, and a lot of people put it into their coffee or tea.”
I love to start my mornings out with a healthy protein shake and the coconut oil added a perfect antioxidant packed boost with a very subtle coconut flavor. Here’s my recipe:
Vanilla Coconut Protein Shake
- 1 Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder
- 1 Tablespoon Peanut Butter
- 1 (medium-sized) Banana
- 2 Teaspoons Coconut Oil
- Ice
Mix ingredients in blender and enjoy!
For more recipes, check out freecoconutrecipes.com!
Thank you, TropicalTraditions.com, for allowing me to review your amazing coconut oil. I am so happy with the quality of your product!
I received a sample product in order to provide a fair and honest review. All opinions expressed in this blog are only the bloggers’ and were not influenced in any way. No form of monetary compensation was received to write this review.
yummm.
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I used coconut oil a lot, even to make my eggs now, it's very healthy and it makes food taste great!
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Interesting. I had no idea! I don't know if you heard yet, but I have a new blog for my writing! I'd love you to check it out! Have a fabulous Wednesday honey! Kori xoxo
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i ❤ coconut too! i'll have to check this out. thanks hunn!!
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Yum! That looks good =)
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I love coconut, also!! 🙂
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Yum! I love coconut! I think I'll order some of this to put in my protein shakes too.
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Oooh I ♥ coconut!
That is the best priced oil I have seen
Thanks for sharing chica!
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I use coconut oil in my coffee! Mmm!
Maybe I'll get this brand next time I am running low.
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That shake sounds really good! (:
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yummmm!
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Mmm. I love coconut, that sounds super good!!
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I love all things coconutty! I used to use coconut oil on my hair and skin a lot, but to eat I tend to cook with coconut milk. It is such a great item. So many uses: cosmetic, edible and otherwise. Nice post 🙂
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i have always loved coconut because it reminds me of the beach of course 🙂 love this 🙂
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i use the Tropical Traditions unflavored organic coconut oil and I LOVE it! I even put it in my hair every night and sometimes on my skin when i lay out. 🙂
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Never used it for anything before but good tips. Too girly for me maybe but meh, who's going to notice.
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Sounds so good! I love anything coconut…We use coconut oil a lot in France!
Xo
Have a super week end!
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