Tropical traditions does have some wonderful products. I really like the concentrate they have.It is like a nut butter except it is harder to work with.   [End]
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http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/virgin_coconut_oil.htm   [End]
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Urine pH Urine pH is used to classify urine as either a dilute acid or base solution. Seven is the point of neutrality on the pH scale. The lower the pH, the greater the acidity of a solution; the higher the pH, the greater the alkalinity. The glomerular filtrate of blood is usually acidified by the kidneys from a pH of approximately 7.4 to a pH of about 6 in the urine. Depending on the person’s acid-base status, the pH of urine may range from 4.5 to 8. The kidneys maintain normal acid-base balance primarily through the reabsorption of sodium and the tubular secretion of hydrogen and am ...
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The body will not let you swing the acid base in either direction.The body self regulates and it is as it is and it is very good.Deep breathing is a good way to neutralize excess acids.   [End]
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No one is preaching vegan or vegetarian ism here.My diet does not fit either of those ways of eating.The original question did not mention a low carb diet just adding a calorie rich nutrient poor refined food stuff.The rest is well silly.Be well.   [End]
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The people of the corn did not have the sanitation knowledge of today.As well as the growing body of information on nutrition.Comparing the lives of the rich to the poor along with many other issues paints a distorted picture to say the least.The shaman were most likely very busy.   [End]
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The review is one of many at amazon.com.This one was from a 2 star rating and I do not have permission to use his/her username.There are 21 one star ratings which are much more critical.It is as it is and it is subjective criticism from readers of the book in question.From what Ive seen I see no need to read this body of work much less debate it.Please except my apology if I have offended you in any way.I tend to be an analytical ass according to my girlfriend.   [End]
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PROS: Meticulous research. Well argued. Data rich. CONS: * Dated data: Most of the studies Taubes cites are from before 1960. He implies that in the 1960s there was a vast conspiracy led by a few researchers with a low-fat/high carb agenda. Taubes argues that they crushed all research into the utility of low-carb diets. * Verbose: Taubes takes a long time to make a point. The book didn’t get interesting until page 250. And even then, it was tedious getting through it. * Little mention of exercise: He rarely cites the impact exercise has on weight loss. He implies it has littl ...
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When something is low then balance is lost. Macro nutrients are only part of a healthy diet. Micro nutrients are mainly found in the whole foods that are of plant origin. There is a reason why we see in color. Some are so emotionally attached to things that logic is ignored. The quantitative value of 0 is enough for those who will easily fall for good marketing.   [End]
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A calorie is a unit of measurement and it is not bad or good.It just simply is and math is important in all things.   [End]
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Using oil/fat as a weight loss foodstuff is absolutely absurd.If one looks at the nutritional content of oil they will see that it is almost identical to processed sugar. The best use for coconut oil is topical and the concentrate is great for desert. People who live in the tropics have access to fresh local produce year round.And there is no winter to slow down physical activities.Along with a more pristine environment. [Video Embedded Here]   [End]
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Well first off stop thinking the words swine flu.It sounds like you are expecting this entity to visit you.Instead think vibrant health with exceptional well being.Think upon thoughts of health without measure as your birth right.So coconut oil has anti-viral properties and very little nutritional value from a per calorie stand point.It is great topically but is a calorie bomb as all fats/oils are.Make some master tonic if you want a back up on hand for the inevitable situations of life.Its easy to make and the ingredients are cheap and easy to acquire and is very effective.   [End]
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Coconut oil will melt at body temperature so take a spoonful and have at it.   [End]
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You should try tropicaltraditions.com they have some good stuff.   [End]
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When you melt coconut oil it is pure and you can see through it.A little vco goes a long way so cost is really not bad.I love tropical traditions and I highly recommend there cream for a glorious treat.And there honey is awesome a bit pricey but so good its worth it.   [End]
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Re: What is a VCO?/Virgin coconut oil.N/M.   [End]
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If you take coconut oil and your cravings subside why would you think you were craving sweets.When your body just confirmed it was a fat craving by achieving the end of the craving.most people treat problems they dont have and have no success in raising health and vitality.confirm your issues then deal with them in a proper fashion.A stool sample tested properly will confirm if your on the right track.or do a semi-fast and reset your body and start with a clean slate.This works well they do this at hippocrates institutes along with other healing retreats.To much fat and acid will never reg ...
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Hello Naturalist could you tell us about the palm oil.How does it taste about the oil thick or thin any aroma and such,Thank you.jeff.   [End]
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Hello Zoe I hope things are well with you.No I wasnt thinking you was cooking with the concentrate just wanted to mention my experiance with the concentrate.I suppose use could use it for a substitute for coconut meat in baked goods.I must admit I dont cook much but love how coconut oil and concentrate enhance smoothies.I have yet to try anything besides the oil and concentrate.Im considering joining the discount club but will need to try some more of there products first.Jeff.   [End]
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Tropical Traditions makes great coconut products the coconut cream concentrate is my favorite.You can eat the concentrate right off the spoon it has butter like qualities to the palate.Makes for great smoothie enhancement and works well with berries and chocolate.Cant imagine why anyone would want to cook it but to each his own.Jeff.   [End]
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