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It’s one of the most raved about super foods of the yearand by now most people are well and trulyknowledgeable on the myriad health and wellnessbenefits of coconut oil; but did you know this wonder oilhas significant benefits for your furry friends as well?Long gone are the days when man’s best friend wasrestricted to a bland diet of dry dog food and cannedmeat. Now your four­legged pal can reap the multiplewellbeing rewards from virgin coconut oil the same wayyou do.

Coconut guru and author of new book Going Coconuts, Brynley King, has raised her rambunctious Frenchbulldog, Ernie, on a coconut heavy diet with her family’s Fijian­derived Banaban coconut products and he

couldn’t be happier or healthier. Now Brynley is sharing her top five tips for why your pooch should make like

Ernie and go coconuts as well:

Improves digestion

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Just like humans, regular consumption of coconut oil has noticeably positive impacts on dog digestion, aiding in

the healing of digestive disorders like irritable bowel syndrome and colitis. Plus, when mixed into meals, the oil

helps to up the levels of nutrient absorption in your pup, making it easier for their bodies to absorb the proteins,

vitamins and minerals in their food.

Promotes good joint health

Many dogs suffer from arthritis, stiff joints and ligament problems, which have a huge impact on their quality of life.

The anti­inflammatory properties in coconut oil promote mobility by reducing the painful inflammation associated

with arthritis. Massaging coconut oil into any sore joints will also do a world of good for your dog by increasing

circulation and relieving built­up tension.

Relieves skin ailments

Applied externally, virgin coconut oil is a miracle skin and coat treatment, helping to heal everything from rashes to

small cuts and everything in between. Similar to how we use the oil as a body moisturiser and hair treatment, try

rubbing a decent amount of oil into your dog’s coat, skin and paws to moisturise any rough patches, ward off

pesky fleas and give them a smooth, glossy coat with the bonus of reducing doggie odor.

Boosts energy levels and aids weight loss

If your fur­baby has been receiving a little too much love in the food department the good fats in coconut oil work

wonders at speeding up the metabolism and balancing the thyroid. The medium­chain fatty acids in coconuts are

incredibly easy for dogs (and humans) to digest and are converted into energy at a much faster rate than other

oils which are usually stored as fat. This is why Ernie’s homemade meals are always cooked with coconut oil

instead of vegetable oil.

Supports good oral health

Just as many people have discovered the benefits of oil pulling with coconut oil, it can also be used as an all­

natural toothpaste for dogs. Ernie loves the taste of unrefined coconut oil and will gobble it up straight from the

spoon, which is fantastic for keeping his teeth and gums healthy; it also eliminates bad doggie breath, which

means no more stinky kisses!

How much?

Start by adding 1/4 teaspoon of oil per 5kg body weight to your dog’s meal and gradually increase to 1 teaspoon

per day. Coconut oil can have a detoxing effect on the body, so if you’re noticing any flu­like symptoms try

decreasing the amount. Alternatively, check out Banaban Organic Doggie Crunch – a natural certified organic dog

food, high in fibre, iron and trace minerals with all the added health and coat benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil.

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To purchase your Banaban Extra Virgin Coconut Oil and Banaban Organic Doggie Crunch, head towww.naturepacific.com.