Coconut oil is the oil extracted from the edible, fleshy “meat” of a mature coconut. This oil is extracted through various ways, which is why you’ll find different types of coconut oil available in the market, both refined and unrefined.

At room temperature, coconut oil is typically solid because it’s melting point is 76 degrees F. It’s completely shelf stable, making it a great fat to cook with or use for the skin.

Coconut oil’s unique medium-chain fatty acid composition is what sets it apart as a nutritional powerhouse with properties unlike any other fat we consume.

Research shows medium-chain fatty acids can provide a sustainable “boost” of energy because they are sent straight to the liver to be to be burned as energy, and aren’t processed or stored like other fats in the body. They’ve also been shown to stimulate metabolism, preserve insulin sensitivity. It an excellent oil for the skin, helps moisturize, heal, cure acne reduce inflammation and smooth the skin from many skin problems.

Virgin coconut oil is different from the ordinary coconut oil because of the way it is extracted. The nutritional value in the oil is still preserved, this means that it has not lost it nutrients via heat. So, providing you with many health benefits. The term ‘virgin’ essentially means that either no heat is applied during the process or it is subjected to very low heat. Virgin coconut oil has a strong taste and fragrance, and a higher content of antioxidants, protein, vitamins, and healthy fatty acid.
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