We all know the many ways to use Coconut that are commonly mentioned, such as for stretch marks, shiny hair, and shiny skin. However, there are many other ways for us to use coconut oil on a daily basis in our lives.
A few of the more uncommonly known ways are:

1. Relieve the Effects of Food Poisoning- Take 2-3 tablespoons of Coconut Oil with orange juice every day. With the oils antiviral, antimicrobial actions, it can defeat almost any illness.

2. Reduce Fine Lines/Wrinkles- Coconut Oil's biologically active components have been shown to increase collagen crosslinking. This is why it helps reduce fine lines/wrinkles. Apply it twice daily using only a little amount and rub it in thoroughly.

3. Improve Circulation- When taken internally, Coconut Oil may help improve blood flow. It increases the "good" cholesterol levels, helping to even out the bad levels. Start with 1/2 a tablespoon a day and work up to 1 tablespoon.

4. Unstick a Zipper- Apply a bit of Coconut Oil to the stuck part of a zipper, rub it in, and Voila! Your zipper will be as good as new.

5. Tattoo Moisturizer/Healer- Coconut Oil instead of Jelly or Vaseline will help soothe itching around the tattoo as it heals, reduces smothering of the skin, moisturizes the tattoo, and goes on smooth, instead of gummy.

6. Fight Acne- Some people find themselves with Propionibacterium acne. An all natural way to reduce the overgrowth is by applying a bit of Coconut Oil as a cleaner.

7. Help Heal A Bruise- Coconut Oil helps speed up the healing of tissue when used externally, or even internally, and can repair tissue damage while helping to reduce or heal completely in less time.

8. Minimize Heartburn- By swallowing 2 teaspoons of Coconut Oil it can help reduce heartburn. It coats the belly and helps get the bile taste out of the mouth.

9. Reduce Dandruff- In some cases, dandruff is more than a dry, flaky scalp. It is actually a build up of fungus. By using Coconut Oil 2-3 times a week it will help keep the itching and flaking at bay.

10. Fight Ringworm- To apply, wash hands before and after application, rinse the infected area with water, and pat dry before rubbing in a small amount of Coconut Oil up to 3 times daily to help fight the fungus.

There are hundreds of uses for Coconut Oil, for pets, for beauty, for cleaning as well as so much more!