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Coconut Oil is one of nature’s most misunderstood foods.
The same heat stable properties of natural saturation that
make it the ideal cooking oil are also the source of much
of the misinformation about Coconut Oil. One of the most important
points to be made regarding Coconut Oil is that not all saturated
fats are alike. This non-hydrogenated naturally saturated
oil does not contain trans-fatty acids.
Omega Nutrition Certified Organic Coconut Oil is significant
plant source of lauric acid. Noted fats and lipid scientist
Dr. Mary Enig PhD has stated “ Lauric acid may prove
to be a “conditionally essential saturated fatty acid,
and the research to establish this fact around the world needs
to be vigorously promoted. “ Lauric acid has been shown
in various scientific studies to contain bacterial and anti-viral
properties, making it especially important for immune-suppressed
individuals. A form of lauric acid is found naturally in human
milk and helps to keep infants from being infected by viruses
and bacteria. Omega Nutrition’s Certified Organic Coconut
Oil is one of nature’s most beneficial, nutritious and
easily digestible culinary oils. See benefits
below.
- Coconut Oil is predominantly made up
of medium-chain triglycerides. (MCTs)
- MCTs are converted into energy, and do
not store as fat.
- MCTs enable the body to metabolize fat
efficiently.
- Coconut Oil contains beneficial lauric
acid, which may be of particular benefit for immune-suppressed
individuals.
- Coconut Oil is more heat stable than
other plant based oils, and so does not create trans fatty
acids when cooked at higher temperatures.
- Use for all higher heat applications,
including stir frying - Maximum temperature of 375°F/190°C.
- Excellent for baking—can be substituted
for butter in most recipes.
- Try as a butter replacement, spread on
toast or topped over rice.
- Use in blender drinks to add fuel and
energy in the morning.
- Check out our Coconut Oil Recipes for
more delicious serving ideas.
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