Coconut oil is a natural fat extracted from the meat of mature
coconuts (Cocos nucifera). It is solid at room temperature but melts
into a liquid when warmed. Depending on the extraction method, it can be
refined or unrefined (virgin coconut oil).
Coconut oil
has been a dietary and medicinal staple in tropical regions for
thousands of years. Indigenous communities in Southeast Asia, the
Pacific Islands and South India have relied on coconuts for food,
skincare and even traditional remedies. Historical Ayurvedic texts from
India reference its use for supporting digestion, immunity and skin
health.
Coconut oil has since gained global popularity
beginning in the mid-20th century. But misconceptions about saturated
fats have led to a decline in its use in Western diets. Fortunately,
recent scientific research has debunked many myths, re-establishing
coconut oil as a nutrient-dense superfood....<<<Read More>>>...
