Because 1) I am allergic to coconut and 2) EVERYONE IN MY FEED is apparently on the latest craze, which is coconut oil: (From Prevention Magazine) Coconut Oil Coconut oil is the latest cure-all that supposedly can improve immune function and reduce the risk of thyroid disease, heart disease, dementia, obesity, and cancer. However, virtually all of the research is still considered preliminary, because studies are primarily conducted with rodents or based on limited data. One proven fact about coconut oil: 87% of its fat is saturated. That means you get 13.5 grams of saturated fat per tablespoon of coconut oil along with 120 calories. To to put that into perspective, the American Heart Association recommends limiting your daily saturated fat intake fat to about 14 grams total. Better bet: Stick with vegetable oils that are low in saturated fat, like canola and olive oil, both of which have been been proven to help lower harmful LDL-cholesterol levels in numerous of human clinical studies. Canola has more beneficial omega-3 fatty acids than coconut oil, and olive oil is one of the richest sources of monounsaturated fat.
Posted on: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 17:26:32 +0000
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