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Benefit of Coconut Oil

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Do you know that Coconut oil have special fats called medium chain triglycerides (MCTs). It has been shown that breaking down these types of healthy fats in the liver leads to efficient burning of energy. One 2009 study found that women who consumed 30 milliliters (about 2 tablespoons) of coconut oil daily for 12 weeks not only did not gain more weight, but actually had lowered amounts of abdominal fat, a type of fat that is difficult to lose, and contributes to more heart problems. Are you now wondering where to get coconut oil from? Don't think too much. Beckon on us for fresh coconut oil. A trial will definitely convince you. #EGoldCoconutOil #NutritionAdvocate

IODINE DEFICIENCY DISORDER; A PROTRACTED SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEM

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Iodine is an element that is needed for the production of thyroid hormone. It is an essential part of our diet because the body does not produce iodine. If there is no enough iodine in the body, there will not be enough thyroid hormone, which in turn leads to iodine deficiency. This can lead to enlargement of the thyroid (goitre), hypothyroidism and even mental retardation in infants and children. Iodine deficiency is a serious health problem in both developed and developing countries, which negatively affects communities as whole, especially pregnant women and young children. It is a threat to the socio-economic development of countries. The most devastating outcomes of iodine deficiency are increased perinatal mortality and mental retardation. A significant degree of neurological development usually takes place within weeks of conception especially during the first month if fetal growth. So, it is important that women have adequate iodine stores during first trimester of pregnancy....