The Coconut Diet™ - Thyroid Health A Key to Weight Loss

[eleni]

Originally Posted by Gnosis5

According to Dr. Peter D'Adamo the "O" blood group have more autoimmune and thyroid issues. I had autoimmune issues with thyroid before it was removed.

Stopping grains is great. I can get away with spelt flour (sold at Bulk Barn) and some rice. The long fast (link here) helped my body to re-set itself hormonally.

Besides what you are doing now, what else is your body telling you to do or not do?

I'm O and need some animal protein. I have done a lot of cleansing, fasting, green juice plus zeolite fasting, (various Zeolites, until I settled on my favorite one which is Quantum)....

I do FIR (far infra red) daily.....use Magnascent iodine, been eating sea vegetables almost daily since I was 12 years old.......avoid raw cruciferous vegetables eat raw butter which is good for thyroid,.......I... do yoga, rebound, etc; too munerous to list here....
got my mouth cleaned up with a biological DDS

My thyroid plummeted when I went raw vegan for 3 years....prior to that I ate a high raw diet with select animal food and was fine......so I went back to that.....plus select herbs (ashwaganda, mushrooms, Quantum's B etc)

[eleni]

Hal Huggin's suggests baking soda to brush with.....I use that.......

I've never used chemical products on my body, grew up eating organic and using organic skin/hair care.......but beware because even a lot of the organic lines are filled with toxins......

We buy our coconut oil from following places........

http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/ their virgin oil de coc creme is what I used for years......I still like the flavor the best.......


http://vivapura.net/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=65 theirs I started using about 18 months ago.....flavor takes some getting used to.....they have GREAT superfoods! We buy a lot from them.......

[Gnosis5]

Originally Posted by eleni

I'm O and need some animal protein. I have done a lot of cleansing, fasting, green juice plus zeolite fasting, (various Zeolites, until I settled on my favorite one which is Quantum)....

I do FIR (far infra red) daily.....use Magnascent iodine, been eating sea vegetables almost daily since I was 12 years old.......avoid raw cruciferous vegetables eat raw butter which is good for thyroid,.......I... do yoga, rebound, etc; too munerous to list here....
got my mouth cleaned up with a biological DDS

My thyroid plummeted when I went raw vegan for 3 years....prior to that I ate a high raw diet with select animal food and was fine......so I went back to that.....plus select herbs (ashwaganda, mushrooms, Quantum's B etc)

Hello Eleni,

I thought I was a purist...I hope you don't mind that I copied everything you wrote and put it in my own personal Word file. I intend to mimic some of your routines in order to improve on what I am already doing.

Don't you find that raw meat, like steak tartare and certain sashimi go down better than thoroughly cooked meats? Do you also make your own meat broths?

I have seaweed I purchased from a Korean market and keep forgetting to put it in my broths. It takes some getting used to.

Have you tried the spelt bread.

I have not seen raw butter at the organic market. Organic butter here in Toronto is about $10 a pound, double the price.

What is your take on olive oil?

My body also thinks lard is okay too. How about yours?

Have you tried Adzuki beans?

[Zeddo]

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[Zeddo]

I just couldn't resist this one

[eleni]

Originally Posted by Gnosis5

Hello Eleni,

I thought I was a purist...I hope you don't mind that I copied everything you wrote and put it in my own personal Word file. I intend to mimic some of your routines in order to improve on what I am already doing.

Don't you find that raw meat, like steak tartare and certain sashimi go down better than thoroughly cooked meats? Do you also make your own meat broths?

I have seaweed I purchased from a Korean market and keep forgetting to put it in my broths. It takes some getting used to.

Have you tried the spelt bread.

I have not seen raw butter at the organic market. Organic butter here in Toronto is about $10 a pound, double the price.

What is your take on olive oil?

My body also thinks lard is okay too. How about yours?

Have you tried Adzuki beans?

Hi,

I don't eat meat anymore......but when I ate it , I ate it raw- went raw primal for 4 years after doing NT , I cannot digest cooked meat.....same with fish although lightly cooked light/white fish is fine for me.....

I make my own butter from raw grass fed cream or I buy it from same farm...same goes with kefir which I make from raw goat milk.....

I have celiac and don't do anything with gluten, as much as I would love some home- made sourdough spelt bread...I have to pass.......

I have never eaten lard nor any pork product (I grew up almost vegan- had raw milk a few times per year and tasted raw elk meat when I was 23 years old for first time......)

Sally Fallon followers big on lard....I have friends into that and I did NT minus pork for one pregnancy.......gained a lot of weight but had a baby in under and hour total labor and delivery and it was completely painless.....
NT too heavy on grains and animal products for me........like other aspected of it though....

I like the nutritional philosophies of Nora Gedguada's (Primal Body/Primal Mind) and Donna Gates (Body Ecology) both philosophies are very low in sugars and high in vegetables with some high quality animal proteins and fats from wild and grass fed sources.....

Aduki beans- I used to be a macrobiotic teacher many years ago and ate a lot of aduki beans......I personally don't eat beans or grains........sometimes I will sprout or soak a psuedo grain like amaranth,buckwheat or qunioa and make a raw granola etc; like I did today .......

I use olive oil but gain weight from using it frequently....Sally is correct on that.....I use hemp oil too.....

My body prefers saturated fat such as butter and coconut oil over monosaturates but of course I use those too......I like avocado oil as well and then there's sercha inchi oil...and mac nut oil.......the list goes on.....

I used to make broths but have not in years.....I went back to veganism after that and then a year ago started eating goat dairy and then egg and some fish so no longer vegan......meat doesn't appeal to me......some people thrive on grass fed meats.....everyone has to find out what works for them......

[FIIISH]

I personally don't eat beans

Eleni,

I have recently heard others say this.

Would you mind sharing your reason for this?

For about a year now, I have used beans, nuts, seeds,
and non-meat animal protein to replace much of the
meat in my diet-with very good results.

I can't seem to find much negative info about legumes
via Google.

Much thanks...

FIIISH

[Swanny]

I've eaten beans all my life

I tried to find some coconut oil in my town. Only place that had it was holland and barrett and they wanted £12 for a pot

http://www.hollandandbarrett.com/pag...690&prodid=733
£3 cheaper online

Holland & Barrett - Pure Coconut Oil
The sweet aroma and rich taste of coconuts can be yours with Holland & Barrett Coconut Oil. This versatile oil is made from coconuts and can be used on salads, for cooking or can be used as a body moisturiser.

Anyone know of a good place to buy it in England???

[mu2143]

Yep thats the normal price for good quality coconut oil. I purchased a large one that was 1700ml for 40 euros. Don't think you wil get it cheap and good quality !!!!

I tried to find some coconut oil in my town. Only place that had it was holland and barrett and they wanted £12 for a pot

[THE eXchanger]

good organic coconut oil, is worth its weight in gold

we buy NUi type, IT'S about $40 for 1000ml
(and, sometimes, it goes on sale for $29)
it might be sold on ebay ???

and, we might go thru one tub, in a year

(it is amasing on body skin / and, hair -although we like neways products
for skin care/cleaning etc., www.ineways.com/workingwonders)

we look mid 30's at 50+

on the subject of cost - i'd rather get front loaded early
and, be over 50 with NO problems,
than, be 29, and, be a wreck, due to what we have eaten

my brother-who is only 46-is a wreck
his wife, who is only 40-is currently carrying about 60% body fat
and, both of their kids, are always sick

you only need to eXplore, their diets, to know why

ALSO, what you wash your clothes in,
rubs up against your skin

for every silver filling you have - add, 1 type of dis_ease to your rooster
that will eventually manifest

and, the quality of water - that is likely, THE MOST important

drinking about 1 oz of water, for every 2 lbs of you

more, if you can handle it

(and, surprisingly those who say, i can't drink water, because,
i have to go to the bathroom too much)
remember this, if you got to pee,
it is because, something is in your body,
that NEEDS to get out

did you know, diahara happens, so, you do NOT double process
things, that are harmful to you, so, in fact, if you ever get that
it is actually GOOD !!!

IF that stuff continued on its way, through the lower channels,
you would likely get very sick, and, might even die

IF you explore - bulk buying; and; making many things organically
yourself - it is actually cheaper-to cook things, from scratch
(and, NOT get them, from a box)

also if you muscle test - organic greens vs, reg. greens
you can immediately; sense the difference between them

you can also muscle test-absolutely anything,
even just holding the bottle it is in, to discern,
whether or NOT, something would be good for you

iT iS Better, to pay attention NOW, rather than have to pay attention later

[eleni]

Originally Posted by FIIISH

Eleni,

I have recently heard others say this.

Would you mind sharing your reason for this?

For about a year now, I have used beans, nuts, seeds,
and non-meat animal protein to replace much of the
meat in my diet-with very good results.

I can't seem to find much negative info about legumes
via Google.

Much thanks...

FIIISH

I don't eat them because I don't like they way I feel from eating them..they feel dense and heavy like grain........many people have ommitted grains and beans from their diet for health purposes (following a lower carbohydrate type approach...) Grains and beans and even beans alone (without eating any grain in the diet as I have experimented) dlways made me feel tired and weighted........for denser foods I eat yams/winter squash on occasion and while being high in carbs/sugars I found that if I stick to half of one am fine.

I also stick to food combining 100% of the time........

Tropical Traditions is running specials now on coconut oil..........http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/vi...oconut_oil.htm

Also don't forget other fantastic health giving foods made from coconut.......

Coconut creme......coconut water.........coconut mylk (which I make from dried raw coconut shreds) coconut kefir - absolutely fantastic for the gut/immune system........

Coconut is very versatile.......and yummy.........use on skin.......use for oil pulling (we do this every morning)............

Pets love it in their food....my cats go crazy for coconut oil/mylk........and it's really good for them.........

[Gnosis5]

Originally Posted by eleni

I don't eat them because I don't like they way I feel from eating them..they feel dense and heavy like grain........many people have ommitted grains and beans from their diet for health purposes (following a lower carbohydrate type approach...) Grains and beans and even beans alone (without eating any grain in the diet as I have experimented) dlways made me feel tired and weighted........for denser foods I eat yams/winter squash on occasion and while being high in carbs/sugars I found that if I stick to half of one am fine.

I also stick to food combining 100% of the time........

Tropical Traditions is running specials now on coconut oil..........http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/vi...oconut_oil.htm

Also don't forget other fantastic health giving foods made from coconut.......

Coconut creme......coconut water.........coconut mylk (which I make from dried raw coconut shreds) coconut kefir - absolutely fantastic for the gut/immune system........

Coconut is very versatile.......and yummy.........use on skin.......use for oil pulling (we do this every morning)............

Pets love it in their food....my cats go crazy for coconut oil/mylk........and it's really good for them.........

Oil Pulling

[Gnosis5]

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[Gnosis5]

Oh, I forget to mention that taking one's temperature same time every morn upon awakening is a good measure of what's going on with body.

[FIIISH]

Eleni,

Thank you for the detailed reply. This makes sense, as beans do have
alot of carbs in addition to the protein.

I understand they can also present challenges for those battling
Candida.

All my friends and relatives who are "A" blood types and especially of East Indian origin friends seem to thrive on a variety of beans, legumes, lentils.

This is interesting, because I had my blood tested about a year ago
and found out that I was also type A. At that time I replaced alot of the
meat and animal protein in my diet with plant based foods. Since then,
my health had improved a great deal. I have made alot of other changes
as well, but this was significant.

On topic, I have had coconut oil recommended by a good friend that
does health consulting and I have recently started putting it in my morning
fruit smoothies-which is why this thread caught my eye.

There are no coincidences!

[Gnosis5]

Some oils are essential for brain. Such as borage oil. Any other oils?

Dr. Mercola really touts krill oil as the best fish oil.

[mu2143]

Good for a Detox is this below

ZeoForce™ powder Zeolite 500 gram, The Purest Zeolite available

http://www.company4you.nl/shop/produ...673d1a31acde56

[jimmer]

I will try coconut oil for general health benefits and weight control.

I rarely cook with oils.

What are the best ways to take a daily dose of coconut oil?

Swallow a tablespoon?

Oil pulling?

Let me know when you can and thanks. jimmer

[mu2143]

Just a take a tablespoon or more thats what I do. The easy way is always the best way, Because thing are simple only Hu-man makes it complicated!!!

[jimmer]

Great. Simplicity! Thanks.

[jimmer]

OK, I got a jar of extra virgin coconut oil.
I liquified it in a pan of warm water and took a tablespoon dose.

I could really feel it go to work. Lots of GI action, for sure.
It will be interesting to see what's what in a couple of weeks.

Question: has anyone taken the oil by the tablespoon, 'solid'?
If so, does a solid tablespoon equal a melted tablespoon?

I can't see myself liquifying the oil in hot water daily.
If not too gross, taking it solid would probably be the easiest
and most repeatable.

Thanks for any advise or tips you can provide. jimmer

[Sideshow Shaman]

Originally Posted by jimmer

Question: has anyone taken the oil by the tablespoon, 'solid'?
If so, does a solid tablespoon equal a melted tablespoon?

I can't see myself liquifying the oil in hot water daily.
If not too gross, taking it solid would probably be the easiest
and most repeatable.

Thanks for any advise or tips you can provide. jimmer

Eating it solid is simpler, just chew it until it melts. Getting the dose exact is not so important, if you level the spoon it should be the same.

It seems like uninterested endorsements are ok, so I will say that my favorite coco oil is "Quality First". Look for it at stores & you will be able to taste the difference from other oils.

[jimmer]

I've read up some on taking VCO solid.
I've got a pretty strong constitute, but gulping down heaping tablespoon of it isn't very appetizing to me.

How about mixing it with some unsweetened applesauce?

Any other options that you've tried, short of using it as a cooking oil, etc.?

[Sideshow Shaman]

Originally Posted by jimmer

I've read up some on taking VCO solid.
I've got a pretty strong constitute, but gulping down heaping tablespoon of it isn't very appetizing to me.

How about mixing it with some unsweetened applesauce?

Any other options that you've tried, short of using it as a cooking oil, etc.?

Options? Sure.
Put some in a blender with fruit and a green superfood powder. Mixing with applesauce would be fine too, would require a blender/processor if oil is solid. Or melt the oil and mix by hand.

Spread it on toast or even untoasted bread. Goes great in warm oatmeal. Coconut oil can be used as a butter replacement. Thinking of it that way may give you more ideas.

Not sure if you meant "gulping" literally... but, remember to chew!

[eleni]

You can make Budwig *oleolux*.......it tastes great....


Oleolux is used in place of butter.

Directions: [These directions give more detail and choice than the book.]

In a container in which you want to store your Oleolux, cool 125 ml (8 tbs) flaxseed oil (FO) in the freezer so that it is chilled but not frozen. This will take about 30 minutes. During the last 20 minutes, prepare the rest of the recipe:

In a sauté pan, heat 250 g [8.8 ounces] coconut oil.
Add 100 g [about one medium-sized] onion cut in small pieces.
Cook until the onion is slightly browned – about 15 minutes.
Add 10 garlic cloves sliced or chopped.
Heat the garlic for about 3 minutes in the pan with the onion.

The onion and garlic are cooked in the coconut oil to give the oil protective qualities of the sulfur in the onion and garlic. This in turn protects the flaxseed oil when it is added.

Pour the coconut oil through a sieve into the cooled FO.

Keep the Oleolux in the refrigerator, in a covered non-transparent container.

Use as a spread on bread, instead of butter on potatoes, and other vegetables.
For the best results, the boiled or steamed vegetables, after being cooked, should be coated with Oleolux.
Oleolux can be used for cooking ONLY in the recipes given by Dr. Budwig in the cookbook, of in the recipes following her method and principles. In recipes she heats Oleolux for only one minute which further protects the sensitive fatty acids in the flax oil. One recipe heats Oleolux for three minutes, that is unusual.