Why Coconut Oil is a Healthy Fat

Coconut oil is beginning to be accepted as a "healthy fat" in the mainstream.  Even a popular magazine, Women’s World (May 20, 2003 edition), called coconut oil a "miracle food."  There are now several books and websites popping up on the subject and especially focusing in on its ability to help with thyroid, hormonal, and weight issues.

Coconut oil is made up of mostly medium chain fatty acids.  Medium chain fatty acids are quite stable and are not prone to oxidation. The medium chain fatty acids found in Virgin Coconut Oil support a healthy immune system, a healthy thyroid, and hormone balance.

Coconut oil is also known for its lauric acid content and its immune enhancing properties.  Noted fats and lipid scientist Dr. Mary Enig PhD has stated “ Lauric acid may prove to be a “conditionally essential saturated fatty acid, and the research to establish this fact around the world needs to be vigorously promoted. “ Lauric acid has been shown in various scientific studies to contain bacterial and anti-viral properties, making it especially important for immune-suppressed individuals. A form of lauric acid is found naturally in human milk and helps to keep infants from being infected by viruses and bacteria.

General Qualities

• Healthy form of saturated fat
• Very stable oil - withstands heat
• No refrigeration necessary
• Burns quickly for energy – medium chain fats
• Immune booster
• Thyroid support
• Candida

More Research and Truths About Coconut Oil
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The Nutrition Peer Group (meets 4th Wed of the month, see calendar)
Each month will follow the chapters of  "The Guide To Healthy Eating", by David Brownstein, MD and Sheryl Shenefelt, CN