Alzheimers "cure" cracked.

Lauric acid is the main ingredient in coconut and palm kernel oil and is antibacterial, antioxidant, antiviral and COX-1-2 inhibitor. But it carries a secret. Let me explain:

Medium chain triglycerides are structurally shorter (6-12 carbon atoms) than the more difficult to-burn long chain fatty acids. In comparison to other types of fat that require impressive amounts of enzymes and bile acids during intestinal absorption, MCTs are quickly metabolised by the liver into Ketone esters. Their unique structure and biological role makes them an ideal source of energy that is capable of utilizing stored fat, improving muscle energy, and increasing the body’s production of ATP (adenosine triphosphate). A number of clinical studies have suggested that supplementing medium chain triglycerides in place of other saturated fats may be helpful in maintaining a healthy body weight and therefore a more desirable physique.

Coconut oil is 60% MCT. Neurons pick up esters easily giving relief to those that suffer Alzheimer’s disease. It also raises HDL and lowers LDL cholesterol.

The secret is that coconut oil may cure Alzheimer’s disease. May because it is not proven but all one requires is two tablespoons a day to find out for yourself or for your loved one and really that cannot be that difficult.

Lucinda Ball 02/01/2011