The saturated fats found in coconut oil are chemically different to those found in animal products. In coconut oil are predominantly healthy medium chain fatty acids including 50% lauric acid which supports weight management, healthy cholesterol and energy levels.
Good Health Coconut oil is a healthy option that can be easily incorporated into your daily diet and is successfully used as an alternative to other vegetable oils in cooking or baking or to replace butter or margarine as a delicious spread. Additionally it can be used in a smoothie to jump start your day or to add to curries and stir-fries for a sensational flavour.
Coconut Oil may also be used in a of 'Bullet-Proof Coffee', here's a version of one recipe,
- Organic freshly brewed coffee - ¼ cup full fat dairy cream - Raw egg yolk - Tablespoon of raw organic coconut oil
Add a small amount of hot coffee and mix with a hand blender. Add the remaining coffee, pour into a relaxing mug, and enjoy!
