Naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist says coconut oil can be used for many other things outside the kitchen

When it comes to cooking Dr. Ann Lee of Health for Life Clinic Inc. in Lancaster might turn to coconut oil for its healthy properties.

But the naturopathic doctor and licensed acupuncturist says coconut oil can be used for so many other things outside the kitchen.

“People might think of coconut oil as being one of the healthiest oils to eat and it’s great for cooking especially for cooking things on high heat” she said. “But a lot of people don’t realize that coconut oil can be beneficial in so many other ways too.”

Lee said when patients complain about dry skin she’ll often suggest coconut oil.

“I recommend that whenever people wash their hands or take a shower they apply the oil and then put a regular lotion on top of it to help trap the moisture in” she said.

Patients who suffer from eczema or psoriasis also report that coconut oil helps fight the itching dryness and scaliness they often encounter she said.

Lee particularly likes coconut oil because of its antiviral qualities.

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