Coconut oil reputation is often controversial. With its high saturated fat content, you may assume it has the same artery-clogging properties as animal-based saturated fat. However, unrefined virgin coconut oil consists mostly of medium-chain fatty acids that may combat abdominal obesity, improve cholesterol and provide an alternate source of fuel for the brain, which may benefit certain types of Alzheimer’s disease. Structure Most of the fats in coconut oil are saturated, meaning that their carbon atoms have the maximal number […]

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