The Amazing Benefits of Coconut Oil For You And Your Dog!

Pet Health Tip - Add Coconut Oil!35 Benefits of Coconut Oil for both you and your dog!1.    Winter moisturizer for paws, nose and ears2.    Can protect the liver from toxic antibiotic drugs3.    Reduces Hairballs4.    Reduces Cancer risks5.    Rub into the skin as a basic lotion6.    To support healthy thyroid function7.    To help increase sun tolerance and avoid burning8.    Topically to kill yeast or yeast infections in pets9.    It’s high Lauric acid and MCFA content helps boost metabolism10.  Gives your pet a shiny, glossy coat11.  Topically, can help skin heal faster after injury or infection12.  Can help sooth psoriasis or eczema13.  There is some evidence that regular ingestion of coconut oil can help prevent or reverse Alzheimers14.  Can be used as a natural suncreen15.  Is energy boosting16.  There is some evidence that coconut oil helps digestion and may even kill intestinal parasites or yeast17.  Mix a tablespoon with a tablespoon of chia seeds for an all-day energy boost (do NOT take this at night!)18.  Can help improve insulin levels19.  Coconut oil and a drop of oregano oil helps improve gum health20.  Awesome for high-temperature cooking than olive or vegetable oils (doesn't go carcinogenic!)21.  Is an immediate source of energy when eaten and isn’t stored as fat22.  As a naturally antibacterial skin cream23.  It’s anti-inflammatory properties can help lessen arthritis24.  Can stimulate hair growth25.  Can help speed weight loss when consumed daily26.  Can be used to speed healing of fungal infections when taken internally and used externally27.  It has been shown to increase absorption of calcium and magnesium28.  Some evidence shows that the beneficial fats in coconut oil can help with depression and anxiety29.  For pets struggling with skin issues when used externally30.  Some evidence suggests that the beneficial fats in coconut oil are helpful for those with Autism31.  A tablespoon taken before each meal can help improve digestion32.  Many use it as an anti-aging facial moisturizer33.  Can be used internally and externally to speed recovery from UTIs34.  When taken regularly, it can help fight candida35.  Ingesting coconut oil daily can help with allergy symptomsSo, go ahead... lather up, and make coconut oil a part of you and your dogs diet!Suggested daily dosage for your dog - 1 tsp for every 10 lbs and 1 tbsp for every 30 lbs.  Top it with a little Turmeric for some additional anti-inflammatory benefits!Article courtesy of Planet Paws Pet Essentials.