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Weight Loss
My name is
Kelly, and I have been on a quest for health for several years
now. At one time I was severely obese. I have since lost 140
pounds. I am not yet finished with my weight loss. I know with
the help of coconut oil, I will achieve my goal. I read about
the health benefits of coconut oil over a year ago, and added
the oil to my daily regimen. Within a week, I had more energy,
and was feeling like a different person. I love Tropical
Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil, it is the best I have tried,
and I will continue to use this oil forever. The quality
cannot be matched. Kelly Inglet (read
more about Kelly and see photos!)
Over the past 18
months I've lost 107 pounds, going from 316 to 209 and from 52
to 36 pants (19 pounds to go). I lost the weight following a
low carb, no sugar or grain, high saturated fat and high
protein diet and eliminating ALL soy products and ALL
polyunsaturated vegetable oils. I used about 2 or 3
tablespoons of Virgin Coconut Oil daily. I eat 6 eggs and half
pound of beef and half pound of chicken a day and also use
butter and olive oil. 1 or 2 pieces of fruit and a bunch of
veggies daily. I walk an hour a day and work out 2 or 3 times
a week. I'm 53 years old and cholesterol is 172, good ratios,
triglycerides at 72 and blood sugar is 85. No meds of any
kind, no illness, unlimited energy and I can easily outwork
younger guys on my crew. I really believe in the importance of
consuming a large amount of quality saturated fats.
Chuck
I started
taking Tropical Traditions virgin coconut oil faithfully six
weeks ago. I am up to 2 ozs. a day and I am experiencing
fabulous results. I am also using it on my skin immediately
following bathing, before drying off. My diet has completely
changed back to vegetarian and I have not had any desire for
sweets for over a month. I lost 10 pounds (I was about 30 lbs.
overweight) and my appetite is back to normal. I feel great
and have much more energy. I am a massage therapist and have a
very busy practice. I have been tired and burned out for years
but still I plugged away and satisfied my customers. I have
not felt tired for weeks now. I am also back to my spiritual
practices and feeling very optimistic. I am a great deal less
negative and don't even like to watch TV violence and find TV
news disturbing, too dramatic and not worth my time. I am
recommending the oil to my clients daily. I could go on for
ever about the changes.
Bruce, L.M.T.
I receive
several health news letters and eagerly went to your website
and devoured it's contents. I immediately ordered a half
gallon of the wonderful oil. I have been consuming it for
about 6 weeks and have lost about 5 pounds. I have noticed an
increase in energy. I had had low metabolism since I was a
teen. I am now 76 yrs old. I'm so pleased that I'm losing
about a pound a week and no longer have tenderness in my
gallbladder area. I walk about 3 miles 3 times a week and love
the taste of the oil. I'm 76 and shooting for 100 unless the
Savior comes before that!
Sally
I would like
to say that I have been on Virgin Coconut Oil for the past 2
months ( 4 tablespoons daily) and feel better than I have in a
long time! My energy levels are up & my weight is down. I am
never hungry anymore, & have incorporated a daily exercise
routine & have lost 20 pounds.
Paula
Since
beginning to use Tropical Traditions Virgin coconut oil, about
8 months ago, I have:
experienced a noticeable increase in my energy, rid myself of
cravings for carbs, cleared up my complexion (which has always
been a problem) gotten the silkiest, most glorious hair from
using it internally AND lost 16 pounds.
This oil does all that it promises, and more!
Sharon
About
two years ago, I bought some coconut oil for the promised
benefits of better health and nutrition. At the time I was
overweight and I was on a self-willed regiment of better diet
and exercise. Every Friday, after a hard workout at the gym, I
would weigh myself and keep track of my progress. When I
bought some coconut oil, I consumed about 2-3 tablespoons a
day, and I kept track of my weight loss. Before I purchase the
coconut oil, I lost about 1-2 lbs per week of diligent
exercise and diet. Once I got the coconut oil, my weight loss
went up to about 3-5 lbs average before I plateaued to my
normal weight for my build.
Isaul
I have been
taking a tablespoon of coconut oil three times daily with
meals. Taking the oil with my meals seems to give me a “full
feeling” a lot faster. My sweet tooth has practically
vanished—and this is from someone who should have bought stock
in Hershey's long ago! Ironically, facilitating weight loss
was my main reason for trying the coconut oil diet, but with
all the wonderful benefits I am experiencing, the weight loss
aspect almost seems like an afterthought. About three days
into the routine, I had an energy rush on a Saturday morning
that kept me going until well after lunch. I can’t believe how
much I got done that day! My mental state of mind seemed to be
much sharper. I was able to focus on the tasks at hand without
getting sidetracked. I was not exhausted at the end of running
my errands, which included traipsing around a huge mall. It
seemed like I was practically running, rather than the
leisurely walking that was formerly my habit. In addition to
my energy level, my mood has been very stable—no up and down
mood swings—even with the onset of PMS! My husband commented
yesterday on how soft and silky my skin felt, and I have not
used any lotion since I started taking the oil.
Theresa
I just
had to tell you that your product has changed my life. For the
past ten years I have been fighting hypothyroidism. I have
gained over sixty pounds and it seems that lately my doctor is
increasing the dosage of my thyroid medication nearly every
month. After doing a lot of research, I first learned that it
is probably up to me to cure myself, with a high protein - low
carb diet. I started my new eating routine about three weeks
ago and about a week later, after reading an article in
Woman's World Magazine, I purchased a 32 ounce jar of Tropical
Traditions Virgin Coconut Oil at a local nutrition store. I
mix 2 tablespoons with a low-carb protein drink every morning
and the energy I sustain throughout the day is amazing. I have
also lost 11 pounds in 3 weeks and walking on my treadmill for
30 minutes every evening after work is almost effortless.
Thank You for this wonderful product. Cheryl
I've been on coconut oil
since September 2002 and although that doesn't seem like long
- it has changed my life and the lives of my family and
friends. I learned so much and much of it off of this site.
These people are so helpful and smart! My weight actually went
UP when I started on coconut oil but I felt so GREAT! Being
hypothyroid, I was on synthroid and Cytomel and had been for
years but with inconsistent results and feeling worse.
Other changes besides the
addition of coconut oil were the complete removal of soy ( and
that is a major challenge in itself!), all trans-fatty acids,
no refined sugar, and organ cleanses seasonally. My thyroid
meds were discontinued with my doctor's knowledge as I
was getting too energetic and having trouble sleeping! That
from being a sleepaholic couch potato that was cold! :-) My
weight stayed steady until the last three weeks and it has now
started the downward move. My goal was health and just
believed the weight would come off when I found the right diet
and exercise routine that my life was comfortable with.
I've tried removing the
coconut oil but my energy drops and I don't feel as good. I'm
not on the site regularly any more - got too excited about all
the energy to do all the stuff I used to dream of! :-) I wish
you improved health and the weight loss that will no
doubt go with it!
Smiles,
Donna
Children:
I have
personal experience with using Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) to
richen my milk supply :-) In fact, this is why I started
taking VCO in the first place. My baby was very low weight and
I just Knew that something wasn't right. Our ped was no help~
he said because she hadn't lost weight, she was fine. I
finally went to a naturopathic doctor, and explained my
situation (besides the baby gaining only a few ounces, I had
PPD). Since my baby was my 9th and I'd nursed the last 6... He
said that I probably didn't have enough good fats in my
system. That would account for my milk not being rich
enough/full of fat to help her grow, and it also probably had
a great deal to do with my hormones being out of whack and me
struggling with PPD. I started taking VCO when the baby was 5
months old. By the time she was 7 months old, she'd gained 3
whole pounds! My PPD had disappeared also :)
We went back for a weight check when the baby was 9 months
old, and she had gained another 2 pounds and was not only back
on the weight chart, but on the correct curve for her age,
etc. I had also noticed that she was developing new skills all
at once, that maybe she'd not been able to before. My ped was
so impressed he asked me what I'd done... I was a little
nervous about telling him, but truthfully, the only thing I'd
done differently was to take the VCO! So I told him and he
never rolled his eyes or treated me like I'd lost my mind ;-)
He even wrote it in her chart!
I can hardly wait to see what the effects of the VCO is on me
after the baby weans (she's 17 months old now~ and my other
kids weaned by themselves around 2 years). I could really
stand to lose a decent amount of weight... but in the
meantime, I'm happy with what it's done for my hormones and
for my baby's growth and development :-)
Jan El Paso, TX
Our whole family is really enjoying Virgin Coconut Oil.
The original purpose for the purchase was because we have a
special needs child who has quadriplegic cerebral palsy and
cortical blindness. Unlike most children in her condition,
our daughter is fed pureed foods orally and given liquids via gastrostomy tube. She is able to tolerate very few proteins
and fats because of the extremely slow movement of her
digestive system. Your Virgin Coconut Oil is gentle on her
system and she tolerates it wonderfully. This is such an
accomplishment since there are only a few oils available that
she is able to obtain nourishment and sustenance from. The
taste is pleasant and mild, and we are always pleased to
provide her with foods that are whole and unprocessed. Much
to the surprise of her many doctors, she continues to gain
weight steadily, although she is small for her age. The
nutritional consultants at the hospital where she receives all
necessary care (recently noted to be one of the top ten in the
country) continue to instruct us with regard to her nutrition
"just keep doing whatever you are doing because she is
thriving wonderfully." They have no explanation for her
wonderful skin, great immune system, and weight gain- all
areas in which children like her struggle for daily their
entire lives. We thank God for such wonderful foods as the
coconut, for blessing her with great health, and for companies
such as Tropical Traditions who can provide quality products with great
integrity. Carissa
Independence, Missouri
Thyroid Sufferers
I purchased a
jar of coconut oil about a month ago. I purchased your
coconut oil because it is in a glass jar and because of the
pictures and information on your website. I have a low thyroid
and have been trying to find natural ways to speed things up.
I take 2 tablespoons everyday and have found my energy level
and weight loss to be its best in years. I am now able to
control my hypothyroidism without having to take prescription
drugs. This means a lot to me. The quality of your product is
the best. Thank you for such a wonderful product.
Heather
I have added about 3 tablespoons of
coconut oil to my diet a day on top of my normal amount of
calories. (I'm trying to get it up more.) I have a family
history of thyroid disorders. All of my living sisters and my
mother are currently being treated for hypothyroidism. I have
struggled all my life with trying to keep my weight down and
have to eat between 1200 and 1400 calories plus do regular
exercise in order to keep my weight stable. I decided to use
coconut oil after reading the work of Dr. Ray Peat and feeling
for years that my thyroid function has never been adequate. In
the past thyroid tests have shown me to be a tiny bit low, not
enough for treatment. My own experience so far has been very
good. I have not put on any new weight even though I am eating
easily 300 more calories a day. I have actually dropped a few
pounds recently since working on eating more coconut oil. I am
a celiac and the coconut oil has had very good effects on my
intestinal tract as well. I am the only one left in my
immediate family not on thyroid medication right now and the
only one not overweight. Something must be right about this. I
am 49 and seem to be healthy for my age. Tish
I have been
using coconut oil for a couple of weeks now, and I feel so
much better! I even have my husband using your product and
wanting to know as much about it as possible. I have
Hypothyroidism and have been having the hardest time losing
weight! Of course, I have always had the tired symptoms of
Hypothyroidism! Not fun! The only time that I have felt as
good as I did taking Coconut oil, is when I had changed
doctors and he immediately prescribed me a different medicine.
The medicine was different than I have been taking for almost
8 years. Within 4 days, I lost 6 lbs. I know that this
medicine is helping, but I am at a plateau and am having a
terrible time losing weight! Coconut Oil once again, gave
me this same feeling! It is awesome! I once again have energy,
and it is wonderful! I forgot how good it feels to FEEL GOOD
again! Linda
Candida
I
am a walking testimonial to the benefits of a low carbohydrate/ high fat
diet with regard to candida and cystitus. I used to purchase Monistat
two or three packages at a time. Now I use lots of coconut oil for
cooking and eat plenty of coconut products such as fresh coconut, coconut
flakes, and coconut milk. Coconut contains capric/caprylic acid and lauric
acid both proven to kill candida while leaving healthy intestinal flora
intact.
I
was taking a long-term, broad-spectrum antibiotic for chronic cystitus
for over two years and now its been two years since I
stopped refilling the prescription with no recurrence! My original inspiration
was Dr. Mary Enig, PhD. through whom I became
familiar with the Weston A Price Foundation and the books
All About Fats,
Nourishing Traditions, and
The Cholesterol Myths.
The
hallmarks of the diet recommended by westonaprice.org are whole
dairy (preferably raw), bone broths, lacto-fermented vegetables, free-range
grass-fed meat and eggs, natural saturated fats like coconut and butter,
and to eliminate rancid and then refined, bleached, and deodorized polyunsaturated
oils and trans fat, and to limit soy, refined carbohydrates, quick-rise
breads, and whole grains that are not properly prepared by soaking first.
I
did this in stages but by far the most remarkable transformation
occurred when I started using coconut oil and simultaneously
eliminated skim milk and all soy products from my diet. And I lost weight!
Laura
For the
past 20 years I have been effected by a chronic illness which creates a
susceptibility to opportunistic imbalances like candida. It's been 5 years
that I have really been struggling with this (though the imbalance was
established long before that). I read that taking Tropical Traditions
Virgin Coconut Oil could help with a candida imbalance and it really has.
Of course, I did experience the dread die-off when I began the TTVCO (Feb
'04), which is not pleasant, but I know of nothing that works to balance
this situation without creating a die-off. I began using the coconut oil
at 1 tsp the first day and increased by 1 tsp each day until I was taking
1 tbls with each meal (3x/day). I have also used the coconut oil to make
suppositories with essential oils. This, too, has been very helpful.
Subduing a candida overgrowth can be very costly. TTVCO is one of the more
affordable tools I've come across and it's a great addition to my curry
recipes and the morning oatmeal (with cardomon, cinnamon and coriander).
If it can make the difference for me that it does now, I imagine that had
I found this 5, 10 years ago the candida would never have gotten so out of
hand. I recommend to anyone who is dealing with candida overgrowth that
they read about this product and seriously consider employing it.
Elizabeth
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