If you are carb-loading before your workout, perhaps you find that you do not have enough energy to finish what you started. A reason for this is that carbohydrates turn to sugar once they enter the bloodstream. Short-term they provide energy but are burned quickly. If you continue to exercise, your body starts to break down protein (muscle) to give it what it needs to continue on.

 

A much better source of long-term energy for the body is coconut oil. Coconut oil is made up of medium chain fatty acids, which give the body a boost of energy. Take 1-2 tbsp before you workout to provide your body with a great source of energy. Coconut oil is also a great oil to use in all of your cooking and baking recipes. If you are looking to lose weight, take 1 tbsp before each meal to help increase your metabolism. You can take the oil straight, mix it with tea or a smoothie...or however you desire. Taking coconut oil helps you to feel satiated (full) so that you are less likely to overeat.

 

Buyer beware: not all coconut oil is created equally. We like Wilderness Family Naturals coconut oil. If your coconut oil is yellow-colored, it is most likely hot pressed (stripped with nasty chemicals). Do NOT use this kind! The oil should be nice and white at cooler temperatures and clear in warmer temperatures.

 

If you want more information, please email Dr. Sara and she can provide you with more details.