Filipino Doctor from Melbourne Speaks About VCO

October 20, 2006

Dr. Nestor Fuertes, a highly respected Filipino medical practitioner in Melbourne, Australia, recently visited his homeland, the Philippines, to share his experience about Virgin Coconut Oil (VCO) as used by his patients in Australia.

In the local morning television show Magandang Umaga Pilipinas aired on September 22, 2006, Dr. Fuertes discussed the many health benefits of VCO. Asked about common illnesses where VCO can be of help, Dr. Fuertes cited diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, psoriasis, eczema, and obesity.

Against obesity, Dr. Fuertes explained that “VCO increases metabolism to help easily burn food taken; VCO’s lypolitic effect helps dissolve or burn fats in the body which contribute to significant weight loss.”

In another health show on, Salamat Doc, aired on September 24, 2006, Dr. Fuertes talked about the health risks associated with obesity: hypertension, coronary artery disease, and cancer to name a few. Additionally, he mentioned that excess weight puts extra pressure on a person’s joints which can post a lot of health problems. Studies show that MCT’s are easily converted to energy. MCT’s increase metabolism, which gives a feeling of satiety that helps reduce food intake and makes one feel warm because of the excess energy or what is called the thermogenesis effect that burn or dissolve fats.

The Doctor’s Notes on VCO (Frequently Asked Questions)
Interview on Salamat Dok – September 24, 2006

• Is VCO safe for Pregnant Women?
  “VCO is a food from nature and as such, it is safe for pregnant women.”
  
  
• Does VCO consumption cause diarrhea and pimples?
  “There is no incidence on patients taking VCO who have increased prevalence of pimples. If taken in vast quantities there may be a tendency for loosening of bowel, which is why VCO can be used to aid constipation. However, if taken on the recommended dosage, VCO will not cause diarrhea.”
  
  
• What is the recommended dosage for VCO?
  “The suggested dosage of VCO shall depend on how one intends to use it. There are recommendations to address weight loss, lowering of cholesterol and hypertension but the generally accepted recommendation is 1-2 tbsp. twice a day. For weight loss, it should be taken before a meal.”
  
  
• Does VCO increase cholesterol level?
  “VCO does not increase cholesterol level. In fact, there is a study conducted by a University in Canada for VCO on weight gain/weight loss benefit. The study showed that there was a reduction on cholesterol level. This incident was because the bad cholesterol known as LDL (Low Density Lipoprotein) was reduced. However, the good cholesterol known as HDL (High Density Lipoprotein) has increased. HDL functions to cleanse our veins; LDL on the other hand are the ones that clog the veins...”
  
  
• Is VCO good for breastfeeding mothers?
  “It is. In fact I have many patients in Australia, both Filipinos and Caucasians, who all have positive results on use of VCO.”

In a concluding statement, Dr. Fuertes says that VCO is indeed known to cure a lot of diseases. It is very safe and effective.

Dr. Fuertes is a graduate of the College of Medicine, Our Lady of Fatima University. He placed fifth in the Philippine Medical Licensure Examination. He is affiliated with numerous medical organizations in Australia including the Australian Medical Council, the Victorian Medical Alliance where he is a General Practitioner Supervisor, and the Royal Australian College of General Practitioner where he is a Member of the Board of Examiners. Dr. Fuertes is a diplomate of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetrics and Gynecology and is a fellow of the Royal Australian College of General Practitioner. He also devotes his time as an out-of-campus Medical Educator for the General Practice Department of the University of Melbourne and is now nearing the completion of the course leading to a Diploma in Child Health.

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