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Coconut

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==Special Precautions of Flavanoids==
==The benefits of Flavanoids are==
===Anti-infective Properties===
"Coconut is highly nutritious and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is classified as a 'functional food' because it provides many health benefits beyond its nutritional content. Coconut oil is of special interest because it possesses healing properties far beyond that of any other dietary oil and is extensively used in traditional medicine among Asian and Pacific populations. Pacific Islanders consider coconut oil to be the cure for all illness. The coconut palm is so highly valued by them as both a source of food and medicine that it is called 'The Tree of Life.' Only recently has modern medical science unlocked the secrets to coconut's amazing healing powers."
Most MCT products are made from coconut oil. Since they are added to infant formulas and health recovery products and athletic products more research is being done on their beneficial effects of late.
 
===Anti-infective Properties===
Dr. Fife graciously allowed me to quote from his website the current research on coconut oil that confirms the following extensive list of benefits.
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