EFA / Omega 3
Coconut oil is an edible oil that has been consumed in the tropics for thousands of years. Studies on
native diets high in coconut consumption show that these populations are generally in good health, and
do not suffer from many of the modern diseases of western nations. It offers outstanding health
benefits to almost all areas of wellness, from immune function to weight loss, cardiovascular health and
hair quality.
Coconut oil was once prevalent in western countries like Canada and the United States as well. With a
long shelf life and a melting point of 76 degrees, it was a favorite in the baking industry. There are
however two different kinds of coconut oil: regular and extra virgin. Extra virgin coconut oil possesses
a coconut taste while regular coconut oil has virtually no taste.
The vast majority of the fats and oils we eat, whether they are saturated or unsaturated or come from an
animal or a plant, are composed of long-chain triglycerides. Coconut oil is unique because it is
composed predominately of medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) which, for the most part, give it its
unique character and healing properties.
Listed below are a few of the many benefits of coconut oil.
- Has a long shelf life – slow to oxidize and therefore resistant to rancidity
- Ideal for medium to high heat cooking
- Excellent dairy-free alternative to butter or shortening
- Contains no harmful trans fatty acids
- Excellent source of lauric acid to support healthy immune function
- Lauric acid provides anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal support
- Lauric acid supports treatment of herpes complex virus
- Excellent source of Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), which helps the body to efficiently metabolize fat (increases metabolism)
- MCTs are not stored as fat, but is readily converted to energy (boosts energy)
- Protects and moisturizes the skin – use as a lotion
- Improves nutrient absorption
- Reduces the risk of cancer and other degenerative conditions
- Excellent as a massage oil
- Helps in treating various skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema and other skin infections
- Reduces the risk of heart disease
- Helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling of the skin
- Promotes weight loss
- Protects the liver
- Supports healthy thyroid function
- Assists in the treatment of yeast infections (Candida)
- Improves Chrohn’s, IBS, and other digestive disorders
- Helps prevent osteoporosis
- Helps control diabetes
- Increases hair health
Use as required for cooking.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 15ml (1 tbsp)
Servings Per Container N/A
Amount Per
Serving
% Daily
Value
Calories
120
N/A
Fat
14 g
22%
Saturated Fat
13 g
60%
Trans Fat
0 g
N/A
Cholesterol
0 mg
N/A
Sodium
0 mg
N/A
Potassium
0 mg
N/A
Carbohydrate
0 g
N/A
Fibre
0 g
N/A
Sugars
0 g
N/A
Protein
0 g
N/A
Vitamin A
N/A
N/A
Vitamin C
N/A
N/A
Calcium
N/A
N/A
Iron
N/A
N/A
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Other Ingredients:
Organic Coconut Oil (containing 45-50% lauric acid).
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Serving Size 15ml (1 tbsp)
Servings Per Container N/A
| Amount Per Serving |
% Daily Value |
|
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | N/A |
| Fat | 14 g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 13 g | 60% |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | N/A |
| Sodium | 0 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 0 mg | N/A |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | N/A |
| Fibre | 0 g | N/A |
| Sugars | 0 g | N/A |
| Protein | 0 g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | N/A | N/A |
| Vitamin C | N/A | N/A |
| Calcium | N/A | N/A |
| Iron | N/A | N/A |
Organic Coconut Oil (containing 45-50% lauric acid).
Details
Coconut oil is an edible oil that has been consumed in the tropics for thousands of years. Studies on
native diets high in coconut consumption show that these populations are generally in good health, and
do not suffer from many of the modern diseases of western nations. It offers outstanding health
benefits to almost all areas of wellness, from immune function to weight loss, cardiovascular health and
hair quality.
Coconut oil was once prevalent in western countries like Canada and the United States as well. With a
long shelf life and a melting point of 76 degrees, it was a favorite in the baking industry. There are
however two different kinds of coconut oil: regular and extra virgin. Extra virgin coconut oil possesses
a coconut taste while regular coconut oil has virtually no taste.
The vast majority of the fats and oils we eat, whether they are saturated or unsaturated or come from an
animal or a plant, are composed of long-chain triglycerides. Coconut oil is unique because it is
composed predominately of medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) which, for the most part, give it its
unique character and healing properties.
Listed below are a few of the many benefits of coconut oil.
- Has a long shelf life – slow to oxidize and therefore resistant to rancidity
- Ideal for medium to high heat cooking
- Excellent dairy-free alternative to butter or shortening
- Contains no harmful trans fatty acids
- Excellent source of lauric acid to support healthy immune function
- Lauric acid provides anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal support
- Lauric acid supports treatment of herpes complex virus
- Excellent source of Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs), which helps the body to efficiently metabolize fat (increases metabolism)
- MCTs are not stored as fat, but is readily converted to energy (boosts energy)
- Protects and moisturizes the skin – use as a lotion
- Improves nutrient absorption
- Reduces the risk of cancer and other degenerative conditions
- Excellent as a massage oil
- Helps in treating various skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema and other skin infections
- Reduces the risk of heart disease
- Helps prevent premature aging and wrinkling of the skin
- Promotes weight loss
- Protects the liver
- Supports healthy thyroid function
- Assists in the treatment of yeast infections (Candida)
- Improves Chrohn’s, IBS, and other digestive disorders
- Helps prevent osteoporosis
- Helps control diabetes
- Increases hair health
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