To stop mold from forming, try these tips: 1  Invest in a dehumidifier for damp areas. 2  Fix any leaks and address any plumbing issues. 3  Clean up spills immediately.  Let in fresh air and sunlight to help kill 1  mold. Open doors and windows to promote air circulation, especially after showering or while cooking.  Keep clothes and other fabrics dry.
Gout sufferer turns to coconut oil for cure. KOTA KINABALU: To people in temperate countries, the coconut tree conjures up images of exotic islands surrounded by sparkling seas and bathed in glorious sunshine. At times though, a vision comes to mind of a coconut falling on the heads of extollers of such ambiences which can inflict considerable pain.
Coconut oil is naturally antifungal, as others have pointed out. It's a powerful remedy, for example, for fungal infections like jock itch. But while the oil itself is antifungal, mold and fungus can sometimes grow in containers of coconut oil, if moisture (water) or other contaminants have gotten in. A slight brown coloration in the bottom of a container of coconut oil is usually natural and can be ignored.