Coconut oil is the perfect example of how misinformation can spread through an industry like cancer. Its often touted to be a super food (whatever the hell that is supposed to mean), and for health benefits such as improved heart health and fat loss. So whats the real scoop? - Coconut oil does NOT act as an MCT. It acts as a long-chain triglyceride in every aspect of digestion and metabolism. - Coconut oil is extremely high in saturated fat. It can be a better option than butter, but not as good as other non-hydrogenated plant oils (in terms of cholesterol levels and heart health for the general population). - There is very little evidence to support coconut oil as having the above health benefits, and the studies that produce that evidence have severe limitations. Long story short, there is nothing wrong with having coconut oil. But fantastical marketing claims are just that - fantastical!
Posted on: Thu, 18 Dec 2014 23:06:24 +0000
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