WHOA...This article is SOOO cool, it needed to be SHARED! I personally never knew all of the benefits there were to coconut oil as opposed to any other oils! I love how it not only acts as an appetite suppressant but also gives you more energy...AND the taste isn't bad which is an added bonus, lol! Another really cool thing about coconut oil is that it's not only used for weight loss...You can also use it for skin and hair care, maintaining cholesterol levels, minimizing stress, and so many additional benefits...WOW...This truly is a super food!! Do you use coconut oil? How has your experience been?

Coconut Oil… Is It a Good Oil?

By Mel Batterman
It seems daily I have people contacting me about my thoughts on coconut oil… Is it a good oil? I am sure that you have seen coconut oil be more prominent in nutrition articles and other nutritional information. You may have also seen in be incorporated into nutritional shake recipes and specific nutritional plans.
Since I get questions often and there is so much information flooding all aspects of media, I thought I should set a few things straight by providing some proper information.

 

Coconut oil is one of the only oils that could be classified under the “Superfood” Category. Coconut oil has a unique combination of fatty acids, which have been found to have positive effects on the body, brain function, and more.
In the past coconut oil has been classified as not being a nutritionally sound food because it is 90% saturated fat. Recently studies have changed this thought process because these saturated fatty acids are so different from the standard saturated fats found in red meat, cheeses, and other high saturated fat foods.
The saturated fats in coconut oil are actually MCT’s (Medium Chain Triglycerides). Since they are medium versus long, like most other saturated fats the body processes and metabolizes this fat differently. Which means that when digested they go directly to the liver to be used at energy versus being processed just as a fat that could potentially cause artery clogging issues.
Knowing that coconut oil metabolizes into energy and may potentially increase your overall energy expenditure by 5% over a 24 hour period makes this oil a cut above the rest. Research has also suggested that this overall heightened energy expenditure may help the body burn off more stored fats both in the adipose tissue (external fat), as well as the visceral fat (internal fat).
Another interesting feature that has been found with coconut oil is that is seems to have a hunger depressant quality to it. In a recent study done of men consuming a teaspoon of coconut oil at breakfast per day over a fourteen day period, found that on average their consumption of calories decreased by 256 calories per day.
Both of these studies can be very promising when many nutritional plans are starting to implement coconut oil into the overall plan.
The truth is coconut oil can really provide some extra advantages when added appropriately to your nutritional plan, and is clearly a much better oil choice overall for cooking and consumption.
 These reasons and more is why you may see coconut oil in some of our Beachbody nutrition programs that are associated with some of our top fitness programs. A couple of examples of programs that you will see coconut oil in the nutrition plan is the 21 Day Fix and 21 Day Fix Extreme. In the 3-Day shred portion of the 21 day fix, coconut oil is consumed 4-5 times per day. In the 21 Day Fix Extreme Count Down to Competition you will see coconut oil as a part of the program daily.


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Review of Beachbody’s 21 Day Fix Extreme Price Review by Maria Roush

Amazing article!! Points out some very important things that most of us can relate to….Like spending money on gym memberships and trainers and not knowing where to start nutritionally! I personally can relate to that, which is why i felt compelled to SHARE this article! I love seeing the simplicity and convenience that Beachbody products offer! I would love to hear your feedback...

 

Review of Beachbody’s 21 Day Fix Extreme Price

By Samantha Medina
I have always been the type of person to want to reach my fitness goals, but never had a solid system to follow. Fitness is not just about going to the gym and lifting heavy weights. I tried the gym, personal trainers, fitness classes, but none of it worked for me. Money went down the drain while I was trying to keep up with all the payments. Also, this didn’t come with a personal nutritionist who told me what supplements and foods I should be eating. This is why I needed to find another method that was suitable for my budget, yet could provide me with both the nutritional guide and training I needed to have the body of my dreams.

I was introduced to 21 Day Fix a couple of months ago and immediately lost 14 pounds! It is a great home workout for beginners, comes with a nutrition plan for the 21 days, and is inexpensive. This program changed my life! I am more active than I’ve ever been before, I have more energy, and my eating habits transformed completely. I can truly say I am ready for the next level.
The 21 Day Fix Extreme is launching February 2^nd!!! This program is for: 21 Day Fix graduates, both men and women. People who like and crave intensity, want to get shredded and toned, or are getting ready for a special event. This is perfect for going above and beyond in your health and fitness.
The 21 Day Fix Extreme price is only $160. The challenge pack comes with everything needed to achieve the best results in only 21 days. It includes:

• 6 workout DVD’s with 1 bonus DVD and 2 deluxe workouts
• 7 color-coded portion control containers
• 1 month supply of Shakeology
• Shakeology shaker cup
• 21 Day Fix Extreme eating plan
• Countdown to competition
• Free Beachbody Coach support

The 21 Day Fix Extreme price is remarkable for all it includes. I was very surprised it was not more, because usually intense Beachbody programs like Insanity or P90X are $205 or more. As I mentioned before, I’ve tried personal trainers and spent hundreds of dollars. Now with the 21 Day Fix Extreme price being so affordable I have a personal trainer right at home! I also get an eating plan created for extreme workouts, and getting the toned body I’ve always wanted. The best part about it all is the free Beachbody Coach for online support. Staying motivated and accountable is hard to do on your own, but with the support from like-minded individuals, it pushes you to keep moving towards your fitness goal. I cannot wait to start my fitness journey with this program.

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