Guest guest Posted July 11, 1999 Report Share Posted July 11, 1999 The nearest health food store. Both of mine have it. jim Vilik Rapheles wrote: > From: Vilik Rapheles <vilik@...> > > Does anyone know where to find food grade coconut oil? > > Best Regards, Ratliff > SE Tenn. > bobratliff@... > > ~~~~~~ > Organic too! Omega Nutrition <www.omegaflo.com> 1800 661 FLAX (3529) > > --------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 12, 1999 Report Share Posted July 12, 1999 Fresh or rancid? My health store had rancid oil. > Re: Coconut oil > > > From: Jim Lambert <jlambert@...> > > The nearest health food store. Both of mine have it. > > jim > > Vilik Rapheles wrote: > > > From: Vilik Rapheles <vilik@...> > > > > Does anyone know where to find food grade coconut oil? > > > > Best Regards, Ratliff > > SE Tenn. > > bobratliff@... > > > > ~~~~~~ > > Organic too! Omega Nutrition <www.omegaflo.com> 1800 661 FLAX (3529) > > > > --------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 : Where are you? Lizz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 : i am away from my usual computer so haven't any info here but.. I get my coconut oil from a confections company in Rochester, Theater Confections? Found it under Candy/confections in the phone book. HTH< Lizz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 Anyone know where I can buy coconut oil locally? I was about to order from columbus as usual but shipping is just killin' me! Help, I'm almost out! TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 , Do you have a local health food store ? I live in Canton, and I can buy it at our health food store here in town. The price really isn't all that bad. Right in my back yard, there is a place where I can get all of my cold process soap supplies. If you have ever heard of Sandy Maine, ( She's written many books on cold process soap making and herbal housekeeping )she owns and operates a place called Sunfeather. The website is: www.sunsoap.com . Since you live fairly close, I'll bet the shipping would be a lot less. That might be a place for you to try... Re: coconut oil Anyone know where I can buy coconut oil locally? I was about to order from columbus as usual but shipping is just killin' me! Help, I'm almost out! TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 , Try Kae at olivetreesoaps. She's in Naples and wonderful to do business with--her link is at the bottom of each post to this list, too! HTH, : ) christine Dutt wrote: > Anyone know where I can buy coconut oil locally? I was about to order from columbus as usual but shipping is just killin' me! Help, I'm almost out! TIA > > Member Kae's Site... Awesome oil Prices! > http://www.olivetreesoaps.com/ -- Ehrhardt Body & Soap ***coming soon*** www.bodyandsoap.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 Thanks guys for the quick replies. I checked out both sunsoap.com and olive tree soap. While I would love to support our locals, the price was more than double that of columbus foods, even with shipping. In a pinch, I will probably order from them tho. For now, I'm going to try to use some recipes w/ less coconut. Lizz, I'm in Rome. I've been calling all over utica and syracuse w/ no luck. Thanks again. : Where are you? Lizz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 , if you do come across something local w/ a semi-decent price, please let me know! I've been looking too and the only thing that I can say is don't order from Camden Grey - Ina midnight-I'm-tired-and-past-thinking mode, I did and I paid almost the same in shipping as I did for the oil! Re: coconut oil Anyone know where I can buy coconut oil locally? I was about to order from columbus as usual but shipping is just killin' me! Help, I'm almost out! TIA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 Ooh thanks Lizz: I'll start calling the ones I found in the phone book tomorrow. There are a couple in Utica and a bunch in Syracuse. I get my coconut oil from a confections company in Rochester, Theater Confections? Found it under Candy/confections in the phone book. HTH< Lizz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 I'll let you know what I come up with . , if you do come across something local w/ a semi-decent price, please let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2002 Report Share Posted May 13, 2002 I'll let you know what I come up with . , if you do come across something local w/ a semi-decent price, please let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 24, 2002 Report Share Posted May 24, 2002 I just received my 50 lb pail of 76 degree coconut oil from Columbus Foods and well, it doesn't look anything like the other pail from the same place. The other was semi-hard and white. This stuff is yellow, soft, oily and grainy. Any clue as to what the deal is?? Thanks. D. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 24, 2002 Report Share Posted May 24, 2002 Hi, ! The difference might just be the temperature it was exposed to when it was in transit. I have coconut oil in my kitchen, and the same pail looks very different in winter and summer, based on the indoor air temp ... - Ela (000)___(000) Ela Heyn / @ @ \ ferret@... | | ======@====== http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/5483 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 24, 2002 Report Share Posted May 24, 2002 Thanks. That's pretty much been the general response. Even got an email from Mike at columbus foods and he told me to put some in the fridge to see if it changes to what it normally looks like. Hi, ! The difference might just be the temperature it was exposed to when it was in transit. I have coconut oil in my kitchen, and the same pail looks very different in winter and summer, based on the indoor air temp ... - Ela Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2002 Report Share Posted June 16, 2002 I think an excess of coconut oil could be a problem. I've never heard of problems (or experienced them) in soaps where it's kept at under 20% of the ingredients, though ... - Ela (000)___(000) Ela Heyn / @ @ \ ferret@... | | ======@====== http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/5483 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 16, 2002 Report Share Posted June 16, 2002 Ditto in reference to Peggy's answer. H. ----- Original Message ----- " ...coconut oil...- it sounds good, but when it is saponified (turned into soap), it becomes astringent and can cause dermatitis. " Colleen, too much coconut oil in soap can be a little drying., but I`ve never heard that it can cause dermatitis! I use coconut oil in all my soaps, I think most people do. Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 17, 2002 Report Share Posted June 17, 2002 Thanks all! I just thought maybe I'd missed something in my research. That was a direct quote from a well known soapmaker. I knew it could be drying if too much was used, but to cause dermatitis I had never heard. Thanks for educating me! ===== Colleen ston Country Meadow Creations http://www.countrymeadowcreations.com __________________________________________________ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 6, 2002 Report Share Posted August 6, 2002 Jannette, Joe & everyone - As we already know, Dr D's info is for us to read and then decide on how to use it - guidelines for us. We always decide on what we will or won't do. I always like to say - listen to your body. If you feel good eating or drinking whatever it is - then continue to do so. If the opposite happens, then stop. Certainly 'virgin' anything should be superior to anything processed. It will be interesting to note how you continue feeling over any length of time as you use the coconut oil. Another important aspect is that even with guidelines to follow - we are all still different people. Thanks for sharing.... blessings, kathy s **want Dr D's (NAP) products? Email kksmith@... > > > The only difference in our diets has been the use of coconut oil for cooking instead of olive oil. In conclusion, while I do not doubt the veracity of Dr. D. Adamo's analysis, I do doubt if the oil analyzed was virgin coconut oil as opposed to copra. I must reiterate, coconut oil is the one Avoid that we'll continue to eat! Jannette Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 6, 2002 Report Share Posted August 6, 2002 Thanks for expressing these ideas so clearly, Kathy! I think it is so very important for us to accept this responsibility each in our own way, and, for people, including D'Adamo, to do their research, and make hypothesis, according to how they see it! Frances Re: coconut oil Jannette, Joe & everyone - As we already know, Dr D's info is for us to read and then decide on how to use it Another important aspect is that even with guidelines to follow - we are all still different people. Thanks for sharing.... blessings, kathy s **want Dr D's (NAP) products? Email kksmith@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2004 Report Share Posted May 18, 2004 Wanda M and I both are distributors for Coconut oil if anyone ever wants any ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 18, 2004 Report Share Posted May 18, 2004 Which one do you carry? is it the one from tropical traditions? Love, > Wanda M and I both are distributors for Coconut oil if anyone > ever wants any ) > > > > > What can changing the way you breathe do for you? Everything! > See why tens of thousands agree, Life Lift is the best! http://www.oxygenzoo.com > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 20, 2004 Report Share Posted May 20, 2004 It is Roulac's brand, and we sell it through Affinity Laurie Delk AOL IM Name- KJV Prov31 PO Box 251 Columbia, TN 38402 931-380-8811 delk@... http://AHealthyBody.net - A Healthy Body = Cleanse, Nourish, Rebuild, and Protect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 9, 2004 Report Share Posted August 9, 2004 Have you overcome CFS? If so, what else did you do? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 13, 2004 Report Share Posted August 13, 2004 , Some info here. From A Comprehensive Guide to Mastering Autism By Willis S. Langford " Medium Chain Triglyceride (MCT) oils are made of triglycerides with medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) having 8 and 10 carbons in their chains. MCFAs are naturally found in coconut oil, palm kernel oil, and milk fat. It is comprised of primarily caprylic (C8:0) and capric (C10:0) acids with a very small percentage of caproic (C6:0) and lauric (C12:0) acids, which are esterified to a glycerol backbone. This fat is metabolized differently than long-chain triglycerides (LCT). Complete hydrolysis to MCFAs and small amounts of monoglycerides occurs in the stomach with very little secretion of pancreatic lipase or bile acids. After MCFAs are absorbed into the intestinal mucosal cells, they are not resynthesized into triglycerides and incorporated into chylomicrons, as are long-chain fatty acids. MCFAs bypass the lymphatic system, and are carried by the portal vein directly to the liver, where they are metabolized to produce carbon dioxide, ketones, and acetate. MCT oil can be used to add calories to a formula or diet in the case of malabsorption syndromes, due to a more rapid digestion and absorption. Since it requires lower concentrations of bile or pancreatic lipase for digestion and absorption, patients with bile acid and pancreatic lipase deficiencies benefit from adding this fat source to the diet. MCTs comprise the lipid component in many infant formulas because infants rely on lingual lipase for lipid digestion when pancreatic function is not fully developed. It may be worth noting that lauric acid delayed the onset of clonic convulsions in mice in a dose dependent manner. MCTs are contraindicated for people with diabetes, due to the risk of hyperketonemia. They are generally not recommended for people who have compromised hepatic function because a diseased liver does not have the ability to clear the increased levels of MCFAs. Essential fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins must be added to MCT oil if it is a significant source of fat in the diet. MCT oil may cause diarrhea when it is consumed in large amounts (small amounts throughout the day promote greater tolerance). The most important MCT, lauric acid (12 carbons), is not found in the commercial MCT oils, from which lauric acid has been extracted for special use by the soap, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries. It is only found in the natural oils such as coconut oil and palm kernel oils, butter (all at about 50%), and Roquefort cheese. The desired MCTs (in coconut oil) are saturated. In other oils, they may not be; so, one must be careful when buying MCT oil. Coconut oil also contains lauric acid (at 50%), that is said to convert in the intestines to an antiviral substance, monolaurin, but monolaurin is not formed in the body unless there is a source of lauric acid in the diet. Dr. Darrell See, immunological researcher, found no antiviral activity indicated for monolaurin against one representative-type virus (sackie virus B4, strain E2), however, he did establish that it is not toxic to the liver or Peripheral Blood Mononuclear Cells, and does not affect Phase I liver enzymes. It seems, however, that it is effective against envelope-virus infections like Klebsiella, herpes simplex, Cytomegalovirus, measles, mumps, influenza A, hepatitis C, Hemophilus influenza, staphylococcus epidermidis and aureus, Group B gram positive streptococcus, streptococcus agalactiae, gram-positive organisms, and some gram-negative organisms, (vibrio parahaemolyticus and helicobacter pylori), listeria monocytogenes, and HIV-1. The Chlamydia Trachomatis, herpes virus, and the Cytomegalovirus are inhibited by the antimicrobial lipid monolaurin as is sexually transmitted viruses such as HSV-2 and bacteria such as Neisseria gonorrhea. A number of fungi (several species of ringworm), yeast (candida albicans) and protozoa (giardia lamblia) are inactivated or killed by monolaurin. Monolaurin appears not to be effective against Polio, sackie, Rhinovirus, and Rotavirus. One mother's son tested " zero " on lauric acid. When she gave Monolaurin, he began to speak in complex sentences for the first time in his 18-year life! Dr. Atkins recommends that for treating cold and the flu one should use 1,800-3,600 mg for four or five days, then taper the dosage to 600-1,200 mg daily. " Lauricidin® is the only monolaurin clinically tested. The dosage is somewhat critical, and this is where I can help based on our initial discovery of monolaurin and our 30 years of experience with this interesting material. Please write jonkab@..., or call me at (815) 777-1887 for information and a supply of monolaurin (Lauricidin®) from Med-Chem Labs " -Dr. Jon J. Kabara. Dr. Kabara recommends these lower servings be used regularly as preventive. These reports inform us about these vital oils: Kabara (1978) and others have reported that certain fatty acids (e.g., Medium-Chain Saturates) and their derivatives (e.g., Monoglycerides) can have adverse effects on various microorganisms. Those inactivated include bacteria, yeast, fungi, Mycoplasma, and enveloped viruses. The medium-chain saturated fatty acids and their derivatives act by disrupting the lipid membranes of these organisms (Isaacs and Thormar 1991) (Isaacs et al. 1992). In particular, enveloped viruses are inactivated in both human and bovine milk by added fatty acids and monoglycerides (Isaacs et al. 1991) as well as by those that are endogenous (Isaacs et al. 1986, 1990, 1991, 1992; Thormar et al. 1987). Sadeghi, et al., has demonstrated that coconut oil in combination with fish oil decreases levels of pro-inflammatory cytokines such as Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF (a)) and Interleukin-6 (IL-6) while stimulating production of anti-inflammatory cytokines such as Interleukin-10 (IL-10). So, to control Tumor Necrosis Factor and other cytokines and improve the sulfation pathway, to generate IgA and IgG, to protect myelin, to relieve depression, to reduce anemia, and to balance the Immune Function supplement Ambrotose AOT (vital sugars, vitamin C, and antioxidants), magnesium, selenium, chromium (not picolinate), cod-liver oil (vitamins A and D and fatty acids EPA/DHA), glycine, vitamin K, coconut oil, and possibly colostrum, butyrate, and S. Boulardii (a yeast that eats yeast and controls gut denizens). All three monoesters of lauric acid are shown to be active antimicrobials. Additionally, it is reported that the antimicrobial effects of the fatty acids and monoglycerides are additive, and total concentration is critical for inactivating viruses (Isaacs and Thormar 1990). In other words, use enough to do the job. Preliminary results on a small trial with adults indicated that when using 3-4 tablespoons of coconut oil in their daily diet to yield 25 grams of lauric acid per day, greater than 50% of the patients had a reduced viral load and one-third of the patients had a favorable increase in their CD4/CD8 ratios. For Children, Dr. Waring speaks of 1/3 tablespoon twice a day. Dr. Kabara recommends that you start on low dose and build the amount slowly until benefit is seen. There may be die-off reactions. The properties that determine the anti-infective action of lipids are related to their structure (e.g., the monoglycerides are active, diglycerides and triglycerides are inactive). Of the saturated fatty acids, lauric acid has greater antiviral activity than either caprylic acid (C-10) or myristic acid (C-14), but caprylic acid is more effective against candida, killing both the yeast and fungal forms while not affecting the " good guys " of the gut. The action attributed to monolaurin is that of solubilizing the lipids and phospholipids in the envelope of the virus causing the disintegration of the virus envelope. In effect, it is reported that the fatty acids and monoglycerides produce their killing/inactivating effect by lysing the lipid bilayer plasma membrane. However, there is evidence from recent studies that one antimicrobial effect is related to its interference with signal transduction (Projan et al. 1994). " Nil coconut oil What is the part of coconut oil that may make it anti-fungal or other anti-pathogenic? I have been putting 1 tbs MCT Oil in my oatmeal _http://store./iherb/mctoil.html_ (http://store./iherb/mctoil.html) . I then switched to pure coconut oil yesterday and got loose stools both mornings I did this. I noticed the label on MCT Oil says is removes lauric acid. Is lauric acid maybe what is causing this detox in coconut oil? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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