It was a whirlwind trip to Philadelphia and back for the Kelapo team. As soon as our plane landed, we stopped by the American Diabetes Association to drop off samples and talk about the benefits of coconut oil for those affected by the disease. According to Information About Diabetes, an online resource for those with the disease, coconut oil is useful because it: Supports the secretion of insulin Improves insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance Stimulates metabolism which promotes insulin manufacture and our cells absorption of glucose Slows the […]
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