I found out that I have a Leaky Gut soon after having been diagnosed with DCIS (Stage 0 breast cancer). It’s not genetic as there was no family history. I was then told that it has something to do with the stress hormone, cortisol. Apparently I must have been under extreme stress. True, I was under extreme emotional stress before the diagnosis, but surely it cannot be just the cortisol?
Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) is made up healthy fats called medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). These unique fats include: Caprylic acid, Lauric acid, and Capric acid. Around 91 percent of the fat in coconut oil is healthy natural saturated fat and over 40% of the fat is lauric acid.
Coconut oil has been used for centuries to treat certain illnesses due to its ability to fight infections. It has natural antibacterial, antiviral and antiprotozoal properties.