CocoTherapy attended the 10th National Coconut Trade Fair held in Manila. Dr. Bruce Fife, C.N., N.D., and author of "The Coconut Oil Miracle" presented new studies on how coconut oil can help manage brain health and Alzheimers. Also part of the conference was Dr. Fabian Dayrit, who is a member of CocoTherapy's board of Advisors.We were able to spend valuable time with Bruce Fife and his wonderful wife, Leslie, talking about how coconut oil helps our animals!

January 2011. While in the Philippines on business, CocoTherapy co-founder, Carmina O'Connor was honored to be invited to attend the Virgin Coconut Oil of the Philippines (VCOP) Meeting held at the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) headquarters.

The agenda included a report on Coconut Summit, and a proposal on coconut oil and Alzheimer's Study, which is headed by Dr. Fabian Dayrit. Dr. Fabian Dayrit is the son of renowned cardiologist Dr. Conrado Dayrit and author of a much-referenced book, "The Truth About Coconut Oil - The Drugstore in a Bottle" (available on Amazon). Dr. Fabian Dayrit is the Dean of the School of Science and Engineering, in Ateneo de Manila University, and a professor in Chemistry. Following his father's passion for coconut oil, he is involved in various studies regarding coconut oil and has written many articles based on his research.

Carmina with Dr. Fabian Dayrit, member of CocoTherapy's Advisory Board	Camina with Teresa Santos, President of the Virgin Coconut Oil of the Philippines (VCOP)

As a member of CocoTherapy's Board of Advisors, Dr. Dayrit will be instrumental in helping provide various researches, articles, and studies on the "hows and whys" medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) are extremely beneficial for our pets.

Dr. Dayrit benefits from a lifetime of studies from his father, Dr. Conrado Dayrit, who was a co-founder and president of the Philippine Heart Foundation and has written over 200 scientific papers published in international journals. He continues his father's tireless work on helping researchers both in the U.S. and the Philippines learn more about the amazing effects of MCTs on our and our pet's health.

CocoTherapy Coconut Chips Listed in APOP "Top Pet Fitness and Weight loss products of 2010"

Each year, the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) is proud to announce its annual Top Pet Fitness and Weight Loss Products for 2010. Only one treat product made the list: CocoTherapy Organic Coconut Chips!.

APOP was founded in 2005 by Veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward, a competitive Ironman triathlete, certified personal trainer, and accredited USA Triathlon coach. A key component of APOP's mission is to develop and promote parallel weight loss programs designed to help pet owners lose weight alongside their pets.

Learn more about the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention.

CocoTherapy Awarded the Animal Wellness Seal of Approval

Animal Wellness Magazine awarded CocoTherapy their industry respected "Animal Wellness Seal of Approval". Each issue, Animal Wellness Magazine selects only four products. Look for us in the December/January 2011 issue.

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CocoTherapy® Organic Virgin Coconut Oil - Winner of Pet Product News International's 2010 Editor's Choice Award

CocoTherapy Organic Virgin Coconut Oil was voted as a recipient of the Pet Product News International's 2010 Editor's Choice Award. PPN's dedicated team of evaluators reviewed hundreds of products that either manufacturers submitted or they viewed at trade shows. Winners were selected based on innovation, function or design, or a combination of all three. We're honored to receive one of the pet industry's most prestigious awards!